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Our team consists of experts with deep knowledge and experience in Privatization Programme

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The Privatization Commission is committed to implement the Privatization Programme in a transparent, collaborative and competitive manner to achieve desired National objective.

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Our dedicated support team is available round-the-clock to address any inquiries or concerns regarding privatization initiatives.

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Driving Economic Growth Through Privatization

Since independence in 1963, Kenya has aimed to boost economic development and citizen participation through the establishment of parastatals.

Over time, reviews revealed inefficiencies and recommended privatization to enhance performance and reduce public sector burdens.

The 1992 Policy Paper initiated significant privatization efforts, leading to improved infrastructure and economic growth.

Today, privatization continues to drive Kenya’s development by fostering a competitive, market-driven economy.

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Privatization is a transaction that results in the transfer, other than to a public entity, of the assets and/or liabilities of a public entity, including the shares in a public entity.
The Privatization Commission, established under Section 8 of the Privatization Act, 2023, is tasked with advising the government on all aspects of privatization of public entities, facilitating the implementation of government policies on privatisation, and implementing the privatisation programme.
A Privatization Programme is a list of public entities identified for privatisation, subjected to public participation, approved by the Cabinet, ratified by the National Assembly, and gazetted for implementation.
Benefits include reduction of the demand for government resources, generation of additional government revenues, broadening the base of ownership in the economy, improvement of infrastructure and public services, better regulation of the economy, increased efficiency, and enhancement of capital markets.
The National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary formulates the programme through consultation with affected parties, submits it to the Cabinet for approval, and then forwards it to the National Assembly for ratification. Once ratified, it is published in the Kenya Gazette.
Yes, Members of Parliament are involved. After Cabinet approval, the programme is forwarded to the National Assembly for ratification before it is gazetted and implemented.
The Privatization Commission implements the programme in accordance with the Privatization Act, 2023.
Implementation involves assessing the entity's position, developing a proposal for Cabinet approval, conducting a business evaluation to determine the reserve price, and privatizing the entity using the approved method.
Proceeds from privatization are paid into the Consolidated Fund.
Any person, whether Kenyan or non-Kenyan, can participate. However, the Cabinet Secretary, National Treasury and Economic Planning, may limit participation to Kenyans only.
Yes. Sections 45 and 46 of the Privatization Act, 2023 provide mechanisms for lodging objections to the Commission and appeals to the Privatization Review Board.
The offices are located on the 10th Floor of Social Security House – Annex, Bishops Road, Off Ngong’ Road, Nairobi. Contact details: P.O. Box 34542 - 00100, NAIROBI, Telephone: 020 8696800, Website: www.privatisation.go.ke, Email: info@privatisation.go.ke, Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X (Twitter) @PrivatisationKE.

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Career Opportunities

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The Privatisation Authority is a state corporation established under Section 8 of the Privatization Act, 2023 to among others, implement the Privatization Programme and advise the Government on all aspects of privatisation of public entities. The Authority is seeking to recruit qualified and self-motivated individuals.

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Declaration of Vacancies for Members of the Board

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The National Treasury & Economic Planning is in the process of recruiting members of the Board of the Privatization Commission. Pursuant to Section 10(1)(f) of the Privatization Act, 2023, the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury & Economic Planning invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the positions of members of the Board of Privatization Commission.

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Acquisition of Government Shareholding in KHAEL and KWAL

Acquisition of Government Shareholding

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The Government of Kenya (GOK), through the Privatization Commission, has invited prospective investors to submit bids for the acquisition of GOK shareholdings of KWAL Holdings (E.A) Limited (KHEAL) and Kenya Wine Agency Limited (KWAL) by 26th August 2024. GOK shareholdings of KHEAL and KWAL comprise 43.77% and 0.0000125% respectively.

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Tree Planting

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On November 13th, 2023, the Privatization Commission planted 1,500 seedlings around the Nairobi sewage treatment plant in Ruai. Accompanied by Cabinet Secretary Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u, the Authority, led by Managing Director Mr. Joseph Koskey, also planted trees in Nyandarua. Since the last financial year, the Authority has planted 23,000 trees, including 17,800 seedlings donated during the Kaptagat Annual tree planting event.

Privatisation Authority Donates 17,800 Tree Seedlings

Privatization Commission Donates

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The Privatization Commission donated 17,800 tree seedlings during the 7th Edition of the Kaptagat Annual tree planting event at Kessup Forest in Elgeyo Marakwet. Sourced from Kericho Medium Prison and Ngeria Prison in Eldoret, these seedlings were part of the Authority's CSR efforts. Represented by Board Chairman Mr. Faisal Abbas and Executive Director Mr. Joseph Koskey, the Authority helped plant 32,000 trees, supporting the Presidential directive to plant 15 billion trees by 2032.

Acquisition of Government Shareholding in Kenya Hotel Properties Limited

Acquisition of Government Shareholding

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The Government of Kenya, through the Privatization Commission, invites investors to acquire 33.83% of its shareholding in Kenya Hotel Properties Limited (KHPL) by 18th April 2024. Established in 1966, KHPL owns a prime property in Nairobi's Central Business District, previously managed by the Intercontinental Hotel Group, near the National Parliament building.

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