Sakaja Arthur Johnson Net Worth 2025
Everything you need to know about Nairobi City County Governor: his wealth, career & more.
Quick Bio
| Full Name | Arthur Johnson Sakaja |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | 2 February 1985 |
| Age (2025) | 40 years |
| Place of Birth | Parklands, Nairobi City County, Kenya |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Education | BA Political Science & Actuarial Science (UoN – contested); Diploma Team University |
| Occupation | Governor of Nairobi City County, Former Senator, Former MP |
| Net-Worth (2025) | KES 900 million ≈ USD 6.9 million |
| Spouse | Mrs. Alice Kwamboka Sakaja |
| Children | 3 |
Career Highlights & Earnings
- 2005–2007: Student-leader, University of Nairobi; founded “Team University” students’ movement.
- 2013–2017: Nominated MP (TNA/Jubilee); Chair, House Committee on Finance, Planning & Trade; co-authored book on fiscal decentralization.
- 2017–2022: Senator, Nairobi County; Chair, Standing Committee on Labour & Social Welfare; Vice-Chair, Security & Foreign Relations.
- 2022–date: Governor, Nairobi City County (UDA ticket); launched “Dishi na County” school-feeding program reaching 300,000 pupils daily.
- Monthly Salary: KES 1.3 million gross including allowances (SRC 2023 gazette).
- Assets: 10-bedroom mansion in Kitusuru, apartments in Westlands & Kilimani, 200-room hotel in Kisii county, shares in listed banks, luxury car fleet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Sakaja Arthur Johnson worth in 2025?
His estimated net-worth is KES 900 million (≈ USD 6.9 million) derived from real-estate rentals, hospitality, equity holdings and gratuity [145].
What is his monthly take-home pay as governor?
He earns a gross KES 1.3 million monthly including basic salary and house/commuter allowances (SRC 2023 gazette) [140].
Does he still run private businesses?
Yes—through Sakaga Holdings Ltd he holds rental apartments and a 200-room hotel in Kisii, leasing heavy machinery to county projects [145].
Is he involved in philanthropy?
Yes—through the Sakaja Foundation he funds bursaries for 2,000 students annually and subsidises 5-cent school meals for 300,000 Nairobi pupils daily [147].
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