President William Ruto has officially reappointed Faith Boinett as the non-executive Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Kenya Pipeline Company Limited (KPC), solidifying her leadership role in the state-owned enterprise.
According to a gazette notice, Boinett’s new term will run for three years, commencing December 23, 2025. This marks the continuation of her stewardship, following her initial appointment on December 23, 2022, when she succeeded Rita Okuthe. Her reappointment comes amid ongoing leadership realignments in state agencies initiated after the August 2022 General Election.
Professional Background
Faith Boinett is a seasoned lawyer with over 20 years of experience across both public and private sectors. She currently serves as the managing partner at Boinett & Bett Company Advocates, a law firm acclaimed for its advocacy on behalf of women and children’s rights. Her extensive legal expertise and leadership experience make her a prominent figure in Kenya’s corporate governance landscape.
During her tenure at KPC, Boinett has overseen critical strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, strengthening compliance, and promoting corporate governance standards within the company. Her leadership has been credited with advancing reforms in line with best practices in state-owned enterprises.
Significance of Reappointment
The decision to reappoint Boinett underscores President Ruto’s confidence in her ability to guide KPC through an evolving energy sector landscape. As Kenya continues to focus on modernizing its energy infrastructure, strong and experienced leadership at key state corporations is seen as pivotal to achieving national development goals.
Boinett’s reappointment ensures continuity in strategic oversight at KPC and signals a commitment to leveraging professional expertise in the management of Kenya’s vital pipeline and petroleum infrastructure.
