ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo has appointed David Mugonyi as the director general of the Communications Authority of Kenya.
Mugonyi currently serves as the head of the Presidential Communication Service.
He takes over the position from Ezra Chiloba, who resigned in October after a two-year tenure.
Owalo said in a statement Tuesday that the appointment came at the recommendation of the chief of staff and head of the public service.
The statement referenced a letter dated December 19 that conveyed approval for Mugonyi’s appointment.
“Reference is made to the above and a letter from the Chief of Staff and Head of the Public Service (Ref: SH/GM/ 22) dated 19th December, 2023 (enclosed) conveying approval for the appointment of Mr. David Mugonyi as the Director General of the Communications Authority of Kenya,” reads a letter by Owalo addressed to CAK chairperson Mary Wambui.
