Susan Kihika Net Worth 2025
Everything you need to know about Nakuru Governor Hon. Susan Wakarura Kihika: her wealth, career & more.
Quick Bio
| Full Name | Susan Wakarura Kihika |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | 1974 |
| Age (2025) | 51 years |
| Place of Birth | Nakuru County, Kenya |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Education | BA Political Science (University of North Texas), JD (Southern Methodist University, Dallas) |
| Occupation | Lawyer, Politician, Governor Nakuru County |
| Net-Worth (2025) | KES 900 million ≈ USD 6.9 million |
| Spouse | Sam Mburu (m. 2020) |
| Children | 3 (Tiffany + twins Jonathan & Jayden, b. 2025) |
Career Highlights & Earnings
- 1992–2012: 20 years in the United States; admitted to the Texas Bar; founded The Kihika Law Firm in Dallas, specialising in immigration and criminal defence [218].
- 2013–2017: First female Speaker, Nakuru County Assembly; also Vice-Chair of the national County Assemblies Forum [215].
- 2017–2022: Elected first female Senator for Nakuru County; served as Senate Majority Whip and later President of the IPU Bureau of Women Parliamentarians [215].
- 2022–date: First female Governor of Nakuru County (UDA); chairs Council of Governors (CoG) Trade & Investment committee; oversees KES 15 billion annual county budget.
- Assets: Prime plots in Nakuru & Nyahururu, rental apartments in Nairobi, shares in husband Sam Mburu’s Landmark Freight Services, and official fleet vehicles including a 2024 Land-Cruiser 300 [220].
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Susan Kihika worth in 2025?
Her net-worth is estimated at KES 900 million (≈ USD 6.9 million) from legal practice, real-estate, freight services, board retainers and county salary [214].
What is her monthly salary as Governor?
Under SRC 2025 rates, she earns roughly KES 990,000 gross per month plus house, market-adjustment and travel allowances.
Does she still practise law?
She retains her Texas Bar licence and earns occasional retainers, but is fully dedicated to county leadership.
Is she among the richest governors?
Her declared assets place her in the upper tier nationally, largely due to her freight-company stake and diversified businesses [220].
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