Peter
Ndegwa, the CEO of Safaricom, has officially assumed the role of Chancellor at
Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST), succeeding Dr. James Mwangi.

In a
statement on his LinkedIn profile, Ndegwa expressed gratitude for the privilege
and acknowledged the responsibility. He stated, “I am honored to be inaugurated as the 2nd Chancellor of Meru
University of Science and Technology. It’s truly a privilege, and I am humbled
by the responsibility entrusted to me by the university. As I embark on this
new journey, I am filled with a sense of purpose and dedication to advancing
the mission of Meru University of Science and Technology.”

Ndegwa,
with a wealth of corporate leadership experience, looks forward to shaping the
university's future trajectory. His appointment, effective from November 1,
2023, for a five-year term, was made by President William Ruto.
In his call
to action, Ndegwa said, “Together, let us
continue to strive for excellence, embrace innovation, and empower the next
generation of leaders and change-makers.”





By: Nana Appiah Acquaye