Aisha Jumwa Rejected By The Institution of Engineers As KRB Chair
On Monday, January 27, the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) rejected Aisha Jumwa’s recent appointment as chair of the Kenya Roads Board (KRB).
In a statement, IEK argued that Jumwa’s appointment did not follow the regulations provided in the Kenya Roads Board Act no.7 regarding the appointment procedure.
“We (IEK) call for immediate revocation of the appointment of Hon. Aisha Jumwa Katana as KRB Chair and the appointment of a suitably qualified Chair in compliance with the law,” IEK averred.
IEK stated that Jumwa did not have the necessary qualifications to lead the Board.
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They pointed out that she had no experience in civil, structural, or transportation engineering, which would have prepared her effectively for the tasks of leading the Board.
Furthermore, the engineering organization criticized the nature of her appointment, stating that it violated the rules outlined in the First Schedule of the Kenya Roads Board (KRB Act).
“The Act mandates that the non-executive chairperson be appointed from among the members nominated by the organisations listed in the First Schedule,” IEK stated.
“However, Hon. Aisha Jumwa Katana does not represent any of these organisations, raising questions about the adherence to statutory provisions in her appointment.”
According to the First Schedule, the Institution of Engineers of Kenya, the Automobile Association of Kenya, the Kenya Association of Manufacturers, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya, and the Kenya Transport Association are the organizations authorized to nominate the chair of KRB.
IEK emphasized the significance of KRB in road maintenance across the country, stating that the role necessitates a highly qualified professional with competence in KRB’s technical functions.
“KRB is heavily involved in engineering work, such as overseeing the condition of roads, advising on road construction standards, and ensuring that projects are carried out effectively from a technical standpoint,” IEK noted.
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“Thus, an individual with hands-on engineering experience would possess the necessary skills and insights to lead the Board in achieving these objectives,” it added.
The engineering organization highlighted their worry and underscored the necessity for compliance with the legislation to ensure the operations of critical bodies such as KRB are streamlined to the required standard.
“To ensure that the leadership of KRB is in line with its legal framework and technical requirements, it is recommended that appointments consider individuals with relevant professional backgrounds,” IEK posited.
“This would not only strengthen KRB’s capacity to address engineering and infrastructure challenges but also enhance its credibility in overseeing projects that require technical expertise,” the association asserted.
Aisha Jumwa Rejected By The Institution of Engineers As KRB Chair
