Kenya Red Cross Gets New National Executive Committee

The Kenya Red Cross Society today held its 65th Annual General Meeting, during which a new National Executive Committee (NEC) was elected. Hon. Geoffrey Kipngetich Korir was re-elected for a second term as Governor and Chair of the Board of Kenya Red Cross Society.

Taib Abdulrahman Ahmed was elected First Deputy Governor, while the position of Second Deputy Governor went to Lalchand K. K. Pallan.

Prof. Nicholas Kibiwot Letting was elected as Treasurer, and Newton Waceke as National Youth Chair.

The new NEC members include:
Amina Galgalo Dika
Augustine Cheruiyot
Hassan Said Aden
Joan Jepchumba Koech
Madanji Patrick Bob
Mwanahawa Rajab
Raffaella Adiyakhiso Ntotoi Bulyaar
Ruth Lokalei Emanikor
Solomon Samperu Tawu’o

The NEC is charged with overseeing the Society’s operations and ensuring it effectively fulfills its mandate as a national humanitarian organization. His Excellency President William Ruto continues to serve as the Patron of the Kenya Red Cross Society.

To ensure effective governance, the composition of the NEC is diverse, reflecting a balance of expertise, gender, age, and professional backgrounds.

KRCS Secretary General Dr. Ahmed Idris, who also sits in the NEC, presented the Society’s progress report to members ahead of the election at the Boma Hotel in Nairobi. He assured the members that the organization remains in a strong position despite a global decline in donor funding and outlined strategies being adopted to bridge this revenue gap.

He highlighted key reforms being implemented to uphold KRCS’s integrity and strengthen its relationships with partners, donors, and the communities it serves. Dr. Idris reaffirmed the Society’s commitment to maintaining cordial relations with government as its auxiliary in humanitarian service, while also preserving its independence and impartiality.

He also announced plans for 12 new decentralized logistical hubs across the country to improve emergency response times during disasters. These hubs will be located in regions such as Moyale, Turkana, Lamu, Samburu, Tana River, and others.

Paying tribute to the organization’s thousands of volunteers, Dr. Idris said:
“They sacrifice a lot and put their lives on the line to help people and rescue lives every day. They selflessly serve humanity.”

He also spoke on the organization’s improved disaster preparedness, including investments in trucks, boats, and early warning systems to aid response and recovery in vulnerable communities.

In his remarks, Hon. Korir expressed gratitude to KRCS members for their trust and support:
“I have enjoyed working with you; we are where we are because of you. As I begin this new term, I am deeply humbled by your confidence in me. Together, we have made great strides, but our work is far from done. The challenges our communities face are evolving and so must we.”

He reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive, transparent, and service-oriented governance:
“Let us continue to strengthen partnerships, deepen community engagement, and scale up sustainable solutions that put people at the center. Let us continue to walk this journey together with courage, compassion, and the resolve needed to serve humanity.”