BY LEEROY WUONE
President William Ruto has appointed veteran journalist Munyori Buku as the new Head of the Presidential Communication Service.
This announcement was made by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed on Wednesday. Buku, who has been serving as Secretary for Public Communication at State House, will take over his new role immediately, following the exit of David Mugonyi, who was appointed Director General of the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) last year.
Buku is no stranger to the world of public communication. He has over 26 years of experience working in senior roles within both the public and private sectors. Before his promotion, he had served as Senior Director of Public Communication at State House and as Director of Communication in the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and Ministry of Finance.
Additionally, he worked as an Editorial Manager at the Kenya Yearbook Editorial Board. His extensive experience includes media roles at major outlets such as the Standard Group, where he served as Managing Editor, and at Nation Media Group, where he was a Sub-Editor.
Buku holds a Bachelor of Education (Arts) degree from Kenyatta University and a postgraduate diploma in Mass Communication from the University of Nairobi. His journey in communication began in journalism after initially starting as a teacher in various high schools across the country. Over time, Buku rose through the ranks to become a respected figure in both the media and government communication sectors.
State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed lauded Buku’s appointment, stating: “Munyori Buku brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight into public communication. His leadership will enhance the delivery of the President’s communication agenda.” The appointment underscores President Ruto’s commitment to strengthening communication within the Presidency as part of his broader governance strategy.