Samburu County, under the leadership of Governor Jonathan Lati Leleliit, operates with nine County Executive Committee (CEC) members who oversee various departments. Governor Leleliit assumed office on August 12, 2022, after winning the election under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket. His administration has taken on significant governance challenges, including reducing a high wage bill and addressing legacy debts left by the previous leadership.
List of Samburu County Government Ministers (CECs)
Below is the detailed breakdown of the CECs in charge of Samburu County ministries:
- Medical Services, Public Health & Sanitation – Dr. Lekudere Nassir
- Roads, Transport & Public Works – Moses Leluata
- Lands, Housing, Physical Planning & Urban Development – Loosenge E. David
- Finance, Economic Planning & ICT – Kaparo Silvana
- Education & Vocational Training – Egelan L. Mark
- Tourism, Trade, Enterprise Development & Co-operatives – Lenayiarra S. Raphael
- Water, Environment, Natural Resources & Energy – Lekalesoi N. Rose
- Culture, Social Services, Gender, Sports & Youth Affairs – Lentaano N. Evelyne
- Agriculture, Livestock Development, Veterinary Services & Fisheries – Loldepe S. Elly
CEC Salaries in Kenya
According to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), each CEC member earns a monthly salary of Ksh 404,250. This package includes:
- Basic Salary: Ksh 242,550
- House Allowance: Ksh 45,000
- Market Adjustment Allowance: Ksh 81,700
The compensation structure reflects the need to attract competent professionals to county governments, given the significant governance and service delivery responsibilities.
Challenges and Plans
Governor Leleliit has vowed to reform key sectors and address financial mismanagement left by the previous administration. His priorities include improving road infrastructure and boosting water services in the arid region. However, his administration inherited a debt-heavy budget, with significant portions of revenue tied up in salaries.
The Auditor-General previously highlighted issues such as the improper use of manual payroll systems, which contributed to poor financial oversight in Samburu County. Governor Leleliit has pledged to streamline payroll processes and improve transparency to ensure effective service delivery to residents.
Governor Leleliit’s success will depend on how well his CEC members deliver on key promises, including fostering economic growth and better public health services for the county’s population.
