Monopoly Power distributor Kenya Power has announced the exit of its CEO Dr. Ben Chumo with effect from Friday, 6th January.
Dr. Ken Tarus, the Finance Manager, will take over in acting capacity as MD and CEO.
Chumo has been at the helm of the utility since 2013 when he was appointed in acting capacity to replace Joseph Njoroge after the latter was appointed PS Energy.
Chumo was previously the Chief Manager, Human Resources.
Upon his confirmation several months later, he embarked on restructuring the organization which saw the retirement of several senior managers along with the exit of others who were did not fit with the new thinking.
Chumo has overseen the first phase of the last mile connectivity project as well as the signing of several PPAs with power producers.