The appointment which took effect immediately was announced on Friday, May 17 by ICT and the Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo through the KBC Board Chairperson. "The Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy, Eliud Owalo, FIHRM, EGH has appointed Ms. Agnes Kalekye Nguna as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC)," Director of Public Communications Mulei Muia stated. Seasoned media executive Agnes Kalekye Ngunawho has been appointed as KBC Managing Director Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENTNew KBC MD's career at The Star Publications & Media Owners AssociationThe seasoned media executive has an impressive career and served as the Chief Operating Officer at The Star Publications prior to her appointment. KBC had shortlisted eight candidates for the position of Managing Director that was advertised on February 13, 2024 with Miss Nguna landing the role after a rigorous recruitment process. Miss Nguna will work collaboratively with the KBC Board of Directors in designing and executing the corporation's strategy and leading the national broadcaster in reclaiming its spot as the most popular station.

Source: The Star May 18, 2024 11:40 UTC