President Uhuru Kenyatta has appointed retired Vice Chief of Defence Forces Franklin Mghalu chairperson of the Kenya National Shipping Line Board.

Mghalu will serve in the position for three years.

The appointment comes a day after Uhuru met and held discussions with the United States (US) Senator Chris Coons.

Uhuru meets US Senator Coons

In the meeting held on Thursday, August 18, 2022, the visiting Senator who is leading a congressional delegation of US Senate and House Representatives applauded Uhuru for ensuring peace and stability during the election period.

“We are encouraged by the peace Kenya has continued to experience during this period,” the Senator stated.

The outgoing Head of State assured the delegation that the country will remain steadfast in entrenching the principles of good governance to ensure that peace prevails during the transitioning period.

“My greatest desire is that peace will prevail and we may set an example in the continent and the world, “Uhuru added.