Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta is one of the most influential figures in Kenya’s political history. The son of Kenya’s first president, Jomo Kenyatta, Uhuru entered national politics carrying one of the country’s most recognizable political names. Yet his political career was far from a simple inheritance. He experienced a major presidential defeat, became an opposition leader, … Read more
Since 2013, governors have increased their hiring, more than tripling the county government employees’ pay costs, undermining efforts to rein in the skyrocketing compensation in the public sector. In Kenya, the cost of salaries for the public sector accounts for 50% of total tax revenue. The IMF estimates that roughly 35 percent is the global … Read more
The County Executive Committee (CEC) is the highest executive organ in a county, equivalent to the national Cabinet. Each Kenyan county has 10 CEC Members, appointed by the Governor, who head various departments. This guide explains the CEC qualifications, appointment process, job functions, and the current County Executives Committee Salary as approved by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC). Whether … Read more