Nairobi, March 30 -- The Public Service Commission (PSC) has opened the search for a new Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) governor as Dr Patrick Njoroge's term ends.

Dr Njoroge, who has served as the CBK governor for eight years, will formally leave office on June 17, 2023, to pave way for his successor.

PSC said in a Thursday notice it is also looking for a deputy governor of the CBK to replace Sheila M'Mbijjewe whose term is also ending.

Ms M'Mbijjewe successor will become the second deputy governor following the hiring of Dr Susan Koech on March 10, 2023.

"Pursuant to the provisions of Article 231 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and Sections 13-15 of CBK Act, Chapter 491, the Public Service Commission hereby invites applications from ...