Kenya’s Amoth appointed as WHO Executive Board Chairperson
Acting Director-General of Health Patrick Amoth has been appointed Chairperson of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Executive Board.
Deborah Chelangat 
Amoth's appointment was announced on Wednesday during the 149th meeting of the WHO Executive Board in Geneva.
Accepting his new position, the DG said the appointment is a boost to Kenya. Amoth succeeds Dr. Harsh Vardhan from India.
"I wish to convey our deep appreciation and gratitude to the entire WHO Membership for the faith and trust they have demonstrated in electing Kenya to serve as Chairperson of the Executive Board," Amoth said.
He added, "This is not an honor that the Republic of Kenya takes lightly and I commit, on behalf of the Government of Kenya, to undertake the duties and responsibilities entrusted to this office with utmost commitment and humility.”
