Overview
- Act: Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 8 of 1999
- Formed: 1999
- CEO: Dr. David Gikungu
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The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD), established in 1999 under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act, provides essential weather and climate services to the nation. It issues accurate forecasts, early warnings, and advisories, significantly contributing to disaster risk reduction and sustainable development. KMD’s achievements include enhancing climate resilience and agricultural productivity through reliable meteorological data. Its functions encompass data collection, public education, research, and collaboration with international organizations, highlighting its vital role in safeguarding lives and property, supporting economic growth, and informing policy decisions across Kenya.
CEO: Dr. David Gikungu
Dr. David Gikungu is the CEO and Director-General of the Kenya Meteorological Department. He holds a Ph.D. in Disaster Management and Sustainable Development from Masinde Muliro University. With extensive experience in meteorology, he has enhanced Kenya’s weather forecasting capabilities and contributed to climate resilience initiatives
Management Team
Dr. David Gikungu
CEO
Edward M. Muriuki
Ag Director, Institute for Meteorological Training & Research
Benard Agesa Chanzu
Deputy Director, Forecasting Services
Charles Otieno Mugah
Deputy Director, Aeronautical Meteorological Services.
Kennedy Kimani Thiong’o
Deputy Director, Climate Services
Mary Githinji
Deputy Director, Meteorological Applications Services.
Peter Macharia
Deputy Director, Regional Meteorological Services.
Functions
- Weather Forecasting: Provide accurate and timely weather forecasts to various sectors, including agriculture, transport, and disaster management.
- Climate Monitoring: Conduct climate data collection and monitoring to understand and manage climate variability.
- Early Warning Systems: Issue early warnings and advisories for severe weather and climate-related events to protect lives and property.
- Research and Development: Engage in research to improve meteorological services and climate change adaptation strategies.
- Data Collection: Collect, process, and archive meteorological and climatological data for national and international use.
- Public Education: Facilitate public awareness and education on weather and climate issues to enhance understanding and preparedness.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with regional and international meteorological organizations to share information and improve service delivery.
- Disaster Management Support: Support disaster risk reduction efforts through the provision of critical weather and climate information.
- Policy Development: Assist in formulating policies related to climate and meteorology at national and regional levels.
- Capacity Building: Provide training and capacity-building initiatives for stakeholders involved in weather and climate services.
- Aviation Meteorology: Deliver specialized meteorological services for civil aviation to ensure safe air travel.
- Marine Services: Offer marine meteorological services to support safe maritime operations and fisheries management.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- P.O Box 30259, 00100 GPO Nairobi, Kenya
- Dagoretti Corner, Ngong Road.
- MQX5+QQ Nairobi
- director@meteo.go.ke / info@meteo.go.ke
- +254 20 38567880-5 / +254 724 255153-4