Kirinyaga County, located in the heart of Kenya’s Central Highlands, is led by Governor Anne Waiguru, who was re-elected in 2022 on a UDA (United Democratic Alliance) ticket. The county government is structured with a team of 10 County Executive Committee members (CECs) who oversee different sectors to ensure efficient service delivery to residents.
Below is the updated list of Kirinyaga County Government Ministers (CECs), highlighting their respective ministries:
Kirinyaga County Government Ministers (CECs)
| Ministry | Minister (CEC) |
|---|---|
| Medical Services, Public Health, and Sanitation | George Karoki |
| Education and Public Service | James Kinyua Mutugi |
| Finance and Economic Planning | Jacqueline Njogu |
| Agriculture, Livestock, Veterinary, and Fisheries | Gachara John |
| Environment, Water, and Natural Resources | Veronica Wangari Waweru |
| Cooperative Development, Trade, Marketing, Tourism, Industrialization, and Enterprise Development | Calbert Munene |
| Transport, Roads, and Public Works | Jared Ndigwa Migwi |
| Lands, Physical Planning, and Housing | Samuel Kanjobe |
| Gender and Youth | Millicent Nyawira Ngatia |
| Sports, Culture, and Social Services | Dennis Gichobi |
Overview of Key Ministries:
- Medical Services, Public Health, and Sanitation: Headed by George Karoki, this department oversees health facilities and public health initiatives in the county, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services.
- Agriculture, Livestock, Veterinary, and Fisheries: Led by Gachara John, this ministry focuses on boosting agricultural productivity, livestock management, and fisheries to support the largely agrarian economy of Kirinyaga County.
- Cooperative Development, Trade, Marketing, and Tourism: Under Calbert Munene, this ministry promotes local trade, supports cooperative movements, and advances tourism initiatives to attract visitors to Kirinyaga.
Salaries of County Ministers (CECs) in Kenya
County Executive Committee members (CECs) in Kenya earn a monthly salary of Ksh 404,250. The breakdown is as follows:
- Basic Salary: Ksh 242,550
- House Allowance: Ksh 45,000
- Market Adjustment: Ksh 81,700
With these leaders in place, Kirinyaga County’s government aims to drive growth, deliver key services, and improve the livelihoods of its residents through targeted development in health, agriculture, infrastructure, and more. Governor Anne Waiguru’s administration is focused on making Kirinyaga a model county in Kenya’s devolution landscape.
