New appointment announced: Communications Authority of Kenya welcomes Charles Kamau Karondo as its new chairperson
In a significant change of leadership, President William Ruto has appointed Charles Kamau Karondo as the new Chairperson of the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), effective from August 8, 2025. The appointment was confirmed through Gazette Notice No. 11969 [1][2].
Karondo, who is noted as one of the youngest chairpersons of a parastatal board in Kenya, will lead the Board of Directors of the Communications Authority, a key regulatory body responsible for overseeing Kenya's information and communications sector. This includes the regulation of telecommunications, broadcasting, e-commerce, and postal services [3][4].
The Gazette Notice also signifies the revocation of Mary Wambui Mungai's appointment as Chairperson of the CA. This change in leadership is a significant event in the regulation of Kenya's ICT sector, as the CA is mandated to regulate this sector under section 6(1)(a) of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998 [5].
Karondo's role as the non-executive Chairperson involves leading the strategic direction and regulatory oversight of the country's communications infrastructure and services. With a three-year term ahead of him, Karondo is poised to make a significant impact in Kenya's ICT sector [1][3][4].
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is a critical player in Kenya's ICT sector, ensuring that the sector operates efficiently and effectively. The changes in leadership at the CA have been formalised through the Gazette Notice, marking a new era in the regulation of Kenya's ICT sector.
[1] Gazette Notice No. 11969 [2] President William Ruto appoints Charles Kamau Karondo as CA Chairperson [3] CA Regulates Kenya's ICT Sector [4] Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998 [5] Section 6(1)(a) of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998
Karondo, as the new Chairperson of the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), will be instrumental in shaping the policy-and-legislation related to broadcasting and other communications sectors, following his appointment by President William Ruto. With his role primarily focusing on the strategic direction and regulatory oversight of Kenya's communications infrastructure and services, his impact in the politics of Kenya's ICT sector is anticipated to be significant.
In the coming years, the general-news will likely cover discussions and decisions made by the CA under Karondo's leadership, as they strive to ensure the efficient operation and regulation of Kenya's ICT sector, which includes broadcasting, telecommunications, e-commerce, and postal services.
