Nairobi — Richard Ipero Omelu has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA), succeeding Aden Hussein, who had been serving in an acting capacity.

Omelu's appointment comes after he emerged as the top candidate from interviews conducted for the position.

He will report to the Board of Directors and will be responsible for providing effective strategic leadership by guiding the operations of the Authority on a day-to-day basis as well as implementing activities in accordance with the law, government regulations, and the guidance provided by the Board from time to time.

His term begins immediately and will last for a renewable five-year period, contingent on his performance.

Omelu brings with him a wealth of experience from both the private and public sectors, having previously served as the Director of Strategy, Planning, and MSE Coordination at the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority within the Ministry of Cooperatives and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development.

He holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration Strategic Management and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Commerce.

Additionally, Omelu is a member of the Institute of Risk Management and has played a key role in developing and implementing strategic plans, resource mobilization, corporate performance, and risk management frameworks for various organizations.

The EPZA Board expresses confidence in Omelu's ability to lead the Authority to even greater achievements, and they extend their warm welcome and best wishes for success in his new role.