From legal officer to Tourism CS: A conversation with Rebecca Miano

Tourism CS Rebecca Miano during the interview with the Standard at KICC,on December 19th ,2024 [Elvis Ogina,Standard]

Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano began her public service career in 1998 as an Assistant Legal Officer at the Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen). She steadily climbed the ranks and, in 2017, was appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Miano served as KenGen's CEO until September 2022, when President William Ruto appointed her Cabinet Secretary for East African Affairs and Arid & Semi-Arid Lands.

In October 2023, she transitioned to the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry, where she served until August 2024 before assuming her current role in the Tourism and Wildlife docket. Miano, a soft-spoken advocate by profession, holds a Master's Degree in Comparative Law. With 25 years in public service, she believes her extensive experience has prepared her for the significant tasks ahead.