Amnesty International Kenya has appointed George Morara as its new Executive Director.

In a statement on Thursday, May 28, Amnesty Kenya said Morara will take over the position from June 2, 2026.

“Amnesty International Kenya is pleased to announce that George Morara will take office as our new Executive Director, effective June 2, 2026, following an open competitive process announced in February,” read the statement in part.

The human rights organization noted that Morara brings more than three decades of leadership experience in governance, public accountability, and human rights advocacy.

The organization highlighted that the new CEO has built a strong reputation as a principled and strategic leader through his service in various leadership roles.

“Over the course of his career, he has built a reputation as a principled and strategic leader, committed to advancing constitutionalism, transparency, and civic engagement through his service as former Vice-Chairperson of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights and in other leadership positions,” Amnesty Kenya stated.

The organization also expressed confidence that Morara will steer Amnesty International Kenya into its next chapter.

“As we welcome George Morara, we are confident that his experience, integrity, and energy will guide Amnesty International Kenya and Kenya into its next chapter. Mr. Morara’s appointment comes at a critical moment for human rights in Kenya and East Africa,” the statement added.

Further, Amnesty International Kenya thanked outgoing Executive Director Irũngũ Houghton for his dedicated service over the past eight years.

“He maintained an open but principled public engagement with the Kenyan Government, business, diplomatic and Public Benefits Organisations. We are grateful to Irũngũ for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to human rights,” the organization added.