Cabinet Official

Hon. James Opiyo Wandayi, EGH

Current roles

• Cabinet Secretary at the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum

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Biography

Opiyo Wandayi is the Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum. He oversees electricity generation, oil exploration, and efforts to provide affordable and reliable energy to Kenyans.

Responsibilities

• Manages electricity generation and distribution
• Oversees oil, gas and renewable energy projects
• Works to lower energy costs and expand access

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Political career

• Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum
• Member of Parliament for Ugunja Constituency
• Former Leader of Minority in the National Assembly

Personal life

He is an engineer by training and a long-serving legislator from Siaya County.