The Kenya National Union of Medical Laboratory Officers (KNUMLO) has welcomed the appointment of Nancy Jebungei Bowen as the new Chairperson of the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB), saying her leadership will strengthen standards in the medical laboratory sector.

Bowen was appointed through a Gazette notice issued on May 15, 2026, as part of a wider round of changes announced by President William Ruto and Cabinet Secretaries across several state agencies.

In its statement, KNUMLO said Bowen’s appointment reflects confidence in her experience and commitment to the profession.

“KNUMLO is proud to congratulate Nancy Jebungei Bowen on her well-deserved appointment as Chairperson of the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians & Technologists Board,” the union said. “This is not just a personal achievement — it is a victory for every Medical Laboratory professional in Kenya.”

The union said Bowen has shown consistency in supporting professional growth and improving laboratory standards. It added that her leadership comes at a time when the sector needs stronger regulation and coordination.

“KNUMLO stands firmly behind you as you take on this important national responsibility,” the statement read. “Your journey has been defined by dedication, excellence, and an unwavering passion for elevating laboratory services.”

The KMLTTB regulates training, licensing and professional conduct for medical laboratory technicians and technologists in Kenya.

KNUMLO said it expects the new leadership to focus on strengthening training institutions, improving compliance, and addressing challenges facing laboratory workers in public and private facilities.

Wide state agency changes

Bowen’s appointment was among several made across government agencies under the same Gazette notice.

President William Ruto reappointed Fred Muteti as non-executive chairperson of the Special Economic Zones Authority. In the labour sector, Mike Macharia was reappointed to the National Social Security Fund Board of Trustees by Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua.

In the defence sector, Roselinda Soipan Tuya appointed Mercy Nehema Nderitu to the Board of Kenya Shipyards Limited. Trade and Investment Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui named Douglas Ayabei and Catherine Njeri Waweru to the Warehouse Receipt System Council.

In the environment docket, Deborah Barasa appointed David Mwaure Waihiga as Non-Executive Chairperson of the National Environment Trust Fund Board of Trustees.

Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya appointed Capt. (Rtd) Yare Abdi Mohamed to the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya Board.

Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei appointed Fatuma Kinsi Abass to the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations.

Chief Justice Martha Koome also announced changes within the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ), including the formation of a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Committee to improve coordination across justice institutions.

The committee brings together representatives from the Judiciary, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, Office of the Attorney General, National Police Service, Kenya Prisons Service, Probation and Aftercare Services, Law Society of Kenya and other agencies.