Centum Investments CEO James Mworia has been appointed the inaugural Chief Executive Officer of the newly established National Infrastructure Fund (NIF), effective September 7, 2026.

• The NIF is set to mobilize nearly Sh5 trillion over the next decade.
• Key players include CEO James Mworia and the National Infrastructure Fund Board.
• Mworia's immediate priorities include setting up the fund's organization and mobilizing co-investment capital for projects like highways, railways, and energy systems.

Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has reported a slight decrease in its net profit for the financial year ending June 30, 2026, primarily due to a drop in finance income.

• KenGen's net profit fell to Sh10.35 billion from Sh10.48 billion in the previous year.
• The company, led by Managing Director and CEO Peter Njenga, managed to reduce its finance costs by 12.1 percent.
• Despite the profit dip, electricity demand reached a record 2,549 megawatts (MW) on July 15, 2026, highlighting a growing economy.

Thomas Omondi-Achola has been named the Acting Group Chief Executive Officer of Centum Investments following the departure of James Mworia, who is now the inaugural CEO of the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF).

• Thomas Omondi-Achola, previously Partner, Portfolio Operations and Group Chief Operating Officer, takes over effective immediately as part of Centum’s succession plan.
• James Mworia leaves Centum to lead the National Infrastructure Fund, tasked with mobilizing capital for infrastructure projects.
• The National Infrastructure Fund aims to mobilize nearly Sh5 trillion over the next decade for projects including highways, railways, and energy systems.