Uganda’s Ggoobi, Bateebe appointed to Kenya Pipeline Company Board 

Two Ugandan senior government officials have been appointed to the Board of Directors of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) PLC, strengthening energy cooperation between Uganda and Kenya following Uganda National Oil Company’s (UNOC) acquisition of a stake in the Kenyan state-owned firm.

The appointments of Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi, Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, and Irene Pauline Bateebe, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, took effect on July 28, 2026.

According to a statement from Kenya Pipeline Company, the two will serve as Non-Executive Directors on the board.

The appointments come shortly after UNOC acquired shares in KPC, a move expected to deepen Uganda’s involvement in regional petroleum infrastructure and enhance cooperation in fuel transportation, logistics, and energy security.

KPC operates Kenya’s petroleum pipeline network, which transports refined fuel across Kenya and supplies neighbouring countries, including Uganda, making it a key player in East Africa’s energy sector.

Dr. Ggoobi brings experience in economic policy, public finance, and governance, while Bateebe has over two decades of expertise in petroleum policy, renewable energy, and energy infrastructure development.

Their inclusion on the board is expected to strengthen collaboration between Kampala and Nairobi as both countries advance investments in oil, gas, and energy infrastructure.

The appointments come as Uganda progresses with major petroleum projects, including the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) and refinery developments, while Kenya continues to expand its fuel transportation systems.

The move is seen as a boost to regional integration efforts and could improve petroleum supply reliability, infrastructure planning, and cross-border energy trade within East Africa.