Prof. Emeritus Ratemo W. Michieka is a distinguished Kenyan scholar, environmentalist, and higher education Environmental leader who has made significant contributions to environmental management and the advancement of the environmental profession in Kenya. He previously served as the Director General of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), where he contributed to the leadership of environmental regulation and management in the country.

Throughout his career, Prof. Michieka has championed environmental education, research, conservation, and sustainable development. His leadership experience in environmental governance and academia reflects a commitment to strengthening environmental institutions, promoting responsible natural resource management, and integrating environmental considerations into national development.

His professional journey offers valuable lessons on institutional leadership, environmental governance, and the evolution of environmental practice in Kenya.

At the Chini ya Mnazi Session, Prof. Michieka will lead an engaging and open conversation on the environmental profession in Kenya, drawing on his extensive leadership experience to facilitate dialogue on the sector's evolution, achievements, challenges, and future prospects.