The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Ltd (KETRACO) has appointed Eng. Kipkemoi Kibias as the Acting Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

In a notice on September 19, 2025, KETRACO Board of Directors Chairman, Capt. Mohhamed. M. Abdi said Kibias takes over effective immediately

“The Board of Directors in consultation with Chief of Staff & Head of Public Service and the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Energy & Petroleum wishes to inform the general public of the Appointment of Eng. Kipkemoi Kibias as the Acting Managing Director/CEO of the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Ltd (KETRACO) with effect from 19th September 2025,” reads part of the notice.

The Board of Directors appreciated the outgoing Managing Director/CEO Dr. Eng. John Muoki Mativo for his invaluable service and contribution to the Company.

“We wish him well in his future endeavors,” the Board said.

Eng. Kibias Education

Eng. Kipkemoi Kibias is a seasoned Engineer with over 20 years in the Power Sector. His expertise includes design and construction, power system planning, operation and maintenance.

He is passionate about Power Systems & Renewable energy.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, and a Master of Business Administration (Strategic Management) from the Catholic University of Eastern Africa.

Kibias also holds a Master’s degree in Nuclear Power Plant Engineering from KEPCO International Nuclear Graduate School (KINGS) in Ulsan, South Korea, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Energy Studies at Moi University.

Career

He is registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya as a professional engineer, a corporate member of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK), and a committee member at the Federation of African Engineering Organization (FAEO) Nuclear Committee.

Prior to joining Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited, (KETRACO) as General Manager, System Operation & Power Management, he worked in various capacities including Regional Manager in 2 regions, County Manager in various Counties, Design & Construction, Power System Planning. Operation and Maintenance and Regional coordination roles at Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC).

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