H.E. Mr. William Kabogo Gitau

H.E. Mr. William Kabogo Gitau

Hon. William Kabogo Gitau is a visionary Kenyan leader, entrepreneur, and experienced public
administrator with a strong track record in governance and economic transformation. He served
as the first Governor of Kiambu County (2013–2017) and as Member of Parliament for Juja
Constituency (2002–2013), where he spearheaded development initiatives across infrastructure,
healthcare, education, and digital access.

As Governor, Hon. Kabogo implemented groundbreaking reforms that led to a 225% increase in
county revenue—growing from KES 800 million to KES 2.6 billion through automation and
enhanced transparency in public finance. He launched digital inclusion programs such as the
Kiambu WiFi initiative, expanded urban infrastructure, and strengthened healthcare systems with
modern equipment and emergency response capabilities.

He is also a successful entrepreneur with investments in logistics, real estate, retail, and shipping,
and a strong advocate for youth empowerment and sustainable development. Hon. Kabogo holds
a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from Punjab University, India.

He continues to be a prominent voice on digital transformation, inclusive growth, and innovative
governance across Africa.