The outspoken cabinet nominee for Maritime and Blue Economy, Ali Hassan Joho, was undergoing the vetting process in the Kenyan Parliament.
The members of parliament are determining his suitability to join the next cabinet.
Joho, during the vetting, emphasized that his family has no plans to engage in any business with the government.
He stated that he has never awarded a tender to any family member during his tenure as the governor of Mombasa.
When asked about a tender worth one billion shillings allegedly awarded to his cousin, as flagged by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Joho explained that the issue was resolved, and only 200 million shillings were paid over three years.
He further stressed that he has never employed any family member in the Mombasa county government, adhering to the constitutional principle of avoiding conflicts of interest.
Joho disclosed that his family is involved in a logistics business that operates in Uganda, Kenya, Dubai, and other places.
He highlighted their significant investments in the transport industry and reiterated that they do not engage in business tenders.
Joho emphasized that his family’s business is thriving and that they avoid mixing business with politics, especially in Kenya, to maintain the integrity of their operations.
Joho also committed to addressing the problem of unemployment and ensuring equitable job creation across the country.
He promised to bring fairness and transparency to the job market if he is approved as the cabinet secretary.
In a statement during the vetting, Joho declared his net worth to be 2.36 billion shillings.
This includes developed and undeveloped properties in Mombasa, Vipingo, and Malindi, shares in family businesses, jewelry, and cash in bank accounts.
Joho assured that his financial dealings are above board and that he is focused on contributing to the country’s economic growth through his potential role in the cabinet.
Joho made it clear that the business is doing very well and his family members cannot dare add politics since everything would become stale, especially in Kenya.
He has promised to solve the problem of unemployment and ensure that there is equity in job creation in the country.
By maintaining transparency and addressing key issues like unemployment, Joho aims to bring positive changes to Kenya’s maritime and blue economy sector.
He highlighted that his plans would help leverage the potential of Kenya’s coastal resources to create sustainable development and job opportunities.
Joho’s emphasis on ethical practices and economic growth underscores his commitment to serving the Kenyan people with integrity and dedication.
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