Eric Muriithi Muga
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Eric Mūrììthi Muga | |
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| Water, Sanitation and Irrigation | |
| Assumed office 08 August, 2024 | |
| Nominated by | William Ruto |
| Preceded by | Alice Wahome |
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| Born | |
| Alma mater | University of Nairobi |
Eric Mūrììthi (born 14 July 1992) is the current Kenyan Cabinet Secretary in charge of the Ministry of Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation.[1] At 32 years old, Eric was appointed as the youngest member of President William Ruto's cabinet on July 19, 2024.[2][3] He hails from Athi, Igembe South, Meru County, and is a civil engineer by profession.[4]
Eric studied at Lenana School from 2006 to 2009.[5] He later on enrolled to the University of Nairobi for his undergraduate studies.[6] Eric holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources from the University of Nairobi. Eric joined the list of young Kenyans serving in President Ruto's administration.[5]
On August 2, 2024, he appeared before the Parliamentary Committee on Appointments for vetting, where he declared his wealth at Ksh. 31 million.[7] Upon approval by Parliament, Eric was sworn in as Cabinet Secretary on August 8, 2024.[8]