This archive report was first published on 24 December 2019.
On December 24, 2019, a parliamentary report revealed the combined net worth of eight cabinet secretaries under President Uhuru's administration.
The report listed Water Cabinet Secretary Simon Chelugui as the richest, with a net worth of approximately Sh. 796 million. His wealth comprises investments in real estate, farming, and movable assets.
Environment Cabinet Secretary Keriako Tobiko came in second with a net worth of Sh. 360 million. His wealth is invested in agriculture, livestock, and real estate. Notably, during his vetting for the position of Director of Public Prosecutions in 2011, Tobiko stated he was worth Sh. 80 million.
Labour Cabinet Secretary Ukur Yatani has a net worth of Sh. 295 million, according to the report. His wealth is invested in transport, livestock, real estate, and movable assets.
Former Chair of the Council of Governors Peter Munya has a net worth of Sh. 264 million. His investments are in land, agriculture, and real estate.
Lands Cabinet Secretary Farida Karoney has a net worth of Sh. 200 million. She informed the committee that her investments were in real estate, farming, and shares.
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Margaret Kobia has a net worth of Sh. 165 million, drawn from expected future benefits from service gratuity and investments in real estate.
Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Monica Juma has a net worth of Sh. 50 million, drawn from salaries and farming income. Mining nominee John Munyes also has a net worth of Sh. 50 million, invested in transport and real estate.
