This archive report was first published on 3 July 2019.
On June 28, the Kenya Red Cross Society held its 59th Annual General Meeting at the Boma Hotel, where a new board was elected to lead the organization for the next three years.
Francis Masika, an advocate with over 30 years of experience, was elected as the new Governor, while Dr. Jacqueline Kitulu and Julianne Njeri Kamau were elected as First and Second Deputy Governors respectively.
Speaking during the handing over ceremony, Masika expressed his commitment to continue and build on the good work done by the outgoing Governor, Dr. Mohamud Said, who is retiring after serving two three-year terms.
‘I now inherit a vibrant organization that has grown tremendously. The number of staff both permanent and volunteers has increased, the programs are many and financial base more solid. These achievements could not have been possible without the exemplary leadership of Dr. Abbas and the previous governors. I want to extend my most sincere appreciation to governors Dr Mohamud and Paul Birech who was before him for steering this organization to where it is,’ Francis Masika said.
During Dr. Said’s six-year term, which began in 2013, the Kenya Red Cross responded to some of the country’s worst emergencies, including the Westgate and Garissa terrorist attacks, as well as several natural disasters.
The Society has also expanded its establishment of business subsidiaries, including the Boma Hotel, a training college, and an ambulance company.
