The Board of Directors of the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has appointed Mr. Moses Wekesa as the new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer.

This decision follows a rigorous, competitive interview process that identified Mr. Wekesa as the ideal leader to drive KAA’s ambitious agenda.

A Leader with Global Experience

Mr. Wekesa brings a wealth of international experience, having managed high-impact projects across diverse economic sectors in:

• 🌍 Europe

• 🌏 Asia

• 🌊 The Pacific

• 🌍 Africa

Previously, he served as Business Development Director at KenGen, where he spearheaded the company’s core business growth. His expertise extends to the wider infrastructure sector, equipping him to advance Kenya’s aviation infrastructure.

Academic Qualifications

Smooth Transition at KAA

The Board extended its best wishes to Mr. Wekesa in his new assignment and expressed appreciation to KAA General Manager Finance, Dr. Mohamud Gedi, for his dedicated service as Acting Managing Director.

The Board further acknowledged the smooth transition, particularly as KAA’s airport modernization initiatives accelerate to enhance the sector’s contribution to Kenya’s economy.

What’s Next for KAA?

KAA continues to implement transformative initiatives, including:

• 🏗️ Modernization and expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)

• ✈️ Strengthening Kenya’s position as a regional aviation and logistics hub

For KAA Board,
Maj. (Rtd) Iltasayon Neepe

About Kenya Airports Authority (KAA)

KAA is a statutory body mandated to develop, manage, and operate Kenya’s airports and airstrips, driving aviation excellence and economic development.

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