Kenya Power Director, Elizabeth Rogo, has been named among the top 100 outstanding female executives in the African and Gas sector.
In a statement that was released by Kenya Power on Thursday, December 23, the company confirmed that Rogo was among other 99 women who were recognised for contributing to the energy industry in Africa by African Shapers.
Additionally, Kenya power stated that Rogo had a remarkable career in the energy industry and has been at the forefront of leading the strategy and innovation committee of the company.
"Eng. Elizabeth Rogo, has been recognised as one of 100 Outstanding Female Executives in the African Oil and Gas sector. The list comprises women who are leading lights and have significantly contributed to the development of the African Oil and Gas sector through their exceptional skills, hard work, and unwavering determination.
"Rogo is also the Chair of the Strategy & Innovation Board Committee of Kenya Power where she helps drive the Company’s strategic direction, innovations, and investment decisions and is also a member of Kenya Power’s Board Audit Committee,’" read the statement in part.
The Kenya power Director has served in the energy sector for over 21 years and has worked in some of the global companies where she broke the record to become the first woman to head drilling operations in sub-Sahara Africa.
"Rogo holds over 21 years of international experience mainly in Oil & Gas in the USA, Europe, and Africa in engineering, operations (onshore and offshore), and senior management with global companies.
"She made history as the first woman to head drilling-related operations in Sub-Sahara Africa as country manager (Kenya) followed by the regional head (Eastern Africa) for a global American company. Eng. Rogo is an avid mentor to many young professionals," read the statement in part.
Following her recognition, the KPLC board of directors through the chair, Vivienne Yeda, congratulated the engineer stating that her recognition will serve as a motivation to young girls who aspire to join the energy industry.
“Kenya Power is proud of Eng. Rogo’s achievement and is confident that it will motivate more women who wish to pursue their careers in the energy sector,” Yeda stated.
On her part, the engineer stated that it was a privilege to be honoured, given the energy sector is an industry that is male-dominated.
“I am truly humbled by this global recognition and wish to congratulate my fellow women executives who were equally recognized. As models we must not only inspire but also provide opportunities for other women to join and excel in what is still a male-dominated sector.
"We have come a long way in changing perceptions and realizing our immense contributions in the Africa energy sector and beyond. I believe there are more opportunities that lie ahead for women to continue to make a positive change,” Rogo stated.
Previously, the Kenya power director has gained recognition for her career. President Uhuru Kenyatta appointed her to the Presidential Taskforce on the Review of Power Purchase Agreements that was tasked with overseeing the reduction of the cost of electricity.
