The Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has appointed former Infrastructure Principal Secretary Prof. Eng. John Kipngetich Mosonik as the new Chairman of its Board of Directors.
Mosonik’s appointment was announced on Monday, November 2, 2026, following a Board meeting held on the same day.
In a notice, KenGen said the appointment would see the experienced technocrat provide leadership and strategic direction as the electricity producer advances its long-term development plans.
“The Board of Directors of Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) is pleased to announce the appointment of Prof. Eng. John Kipngetich Mosonik, CBS, EBS, as the Chairman of the Board of Directors, during a Board meeting held on Monday, November 2, 2026,” the company stated.
Mosonik brings more than 35 years of executive experience across the public and private sectors, with expertise in telecommunications engineering, infrastructure development, energy and strategic governance.
His appointment comes as KenGen pursues its G2G 2034 strategy, aimed at strengthening the company’s position as a leading energy solutions provider and advancing Kenya’s sustainable energy ambitions.
Before his elevation, Mosonik served as a Non-Executive Director of KenGen, where he chaired the Board’s Strategy Committee, providing oversight on the company’s strategic priorities.
His previous government assignments include serving as Principal Secretary for Infrastructure, where he spearheaded the development of 6,000 kilometres of rural roads across all 47 counties.
He also pioneered major telecommunications and oil and gas projects and contributed to shaping national industrialisation policy.
Academically, Mosonik holds a Doctorate in Business Administration in Strategic Leadership from Northcentral University in the United States and a PhD in Strategic Management from Moi University.
He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (Telecommunications) from the University of Nairobi, alongside postgraduate qualifications in digital transformation, strategic leadership, finance and project management from institutions in Spain and the United Kingdom.
He is a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya and a registered engineer with the Engineers Board of Kenya.
Beyond his corporate and public service engagements, Mosonik currently serves as Chancellor of Rongo University and Associate Professor of Business Strategy and Digital Transformation at Kenya Highlands University.
His appointment to the KenGen chairmanship builds on his previous experience in corporate governance and board leadership.
In December 2025, Mosonik was among three candidates elected to join the KenGen Board during the company’s 73rd Annual General Meeting.
He had also been appointed a Non-Executive Director of Safaricom in August 2023, bringing his experience in telecommunications and corporate strategy to the company’s board.
Congratulating him on his new role, KenGen said his experience in engineering, strategic leadership, infrastructure development and corporate governance would provide a strong foundation for leading the Board.
“The Board of Directors congratulates Prof. Eng. Mosonik on his appointment and looks forward to his visionary leadership and guidance as KenGen continues to deliver sustainable energy solutions and power Kenya’s development,” the company stated.
KenGen is one of Kenya’s leading electricity producers, with a significant role in the country’s geothermal, hydro, wind and thermal power generation. Its long-term strategy includes expanding generation capacity and strengthening its contribution to the country’s transition towards cleaner energy.
