H.E. Mohamed Adan Khalif EGH
County: ManderaH.E. Mohamed Adan Khalif, EGH is a distinguished Kenyan politician and public servant, currently serving as the Governor of Isiolo County. He is known for his leadership in advocating for the development of the arid and semi-arid regions of Kenya, particularly focusing on community empowerment, infrastructure development, and resource management. His career spans several years […]
H.E. Mohamed Adan Khalif, EGH is a distinguished Kenyan politician and public servant, currently serving as the Governor of Isiolo County. He is known for his leadership in advocating for the development of the arid and semi-arid regions of Kenya, particularly focusing on community empowerment, infrastructure development, and resource management. His career spans several years in both public service and leadership roles, with a strong emphasis on economic development and peace-building in northern Kenya.
His journey, marked by challenges, accomplishments, and steadfast service delivery, positions him as a symbol of hope and progress for the people of Mandera County.
With a strong foundation in public administration and policy implementation, Governor Khalif’s entry into public service was not abrupt. Prior to his governorship, he demonstrated his administrative prowess as the Managing Director of Frontier Engineering from 2005 to 2017. Under his guidance, the company flourished, securing significant national and regional construction projects. These endeavors encompassed roads, rural electrification, building structures, and water projects. It was during this tenure that he showcased his remarkable ability to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, local communities, and businesses.
Educational Background
Master’s Degree in Public Administration
Additional training in governance, resource management, and development policy
Work Experience
Governor of Wajir County
First Term (2017–2022)
Mohamed Adan Khalif was elected as the Governor of Wajir County in 2017 under the Jubilee Party. During his first term, he focused on;
Peace and Security: Wajir County has experienced inter-clan conflicts and security challenges, and Khalif made significant efforts to foster peace and stability in the region through conflict resolution initiatives and strengthening security infrastructure.
Infrastructure Development: He prioritized the improvement of road networks and communication infrastructure to enhance connectivity and promote trade within the county and with neighboring regions.
Healthcare Services: Under his leadership, there was an emphasis on improving health facilities, addressing maternal and child health, and providing better access to healthcare services.
Youth and Women Empowerment: Khalif launched several programs aimed at empowering youth, women, and marginalized groups through entrepreneurship and vocational training.
Second Term (2022–Present);
Re-elected in 2022, Mohamed Khalif has focused on:
Economic Transformation: Promoting agriculture, particularly the expansion of irrigation schemes and support for livestock farmers, to ensure food security and economic resilience in the face of climate change.
Sustainable Development: Implementing green energy and water projects to address the county’s water shortages and promote sustainable resource management.
Education and Capacity Building: Expanding educational facilities and providing scholarships to students from marginalized communities.
Public Service and Governance
Before his election as governor, Mohamed Khalif served in various key government positions, where he gained experience in public administration:
Director of Policy and Planning, Ministry of Devolution and Planning: Khalif worked on the implementation of policies aimed at enhancing the country's development strategies, focusing on devolution and the allocation of resources to various regions, particularly marginalized counties.
Senior Officer, Ministry of Finance and Planning: In this capacity, he was involved in strategic financial planning and budgeting, with a focus on equitable distribution of resources to ensure the development of all counties, especially the northern parts of Kenya.
Leadership and Advocacy Roles
Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution: Mohamed Khalif has been a strong advocate for peace and stability in the northeastern region of Kenya. He has worked closely with security agencies, local communities, and national stakeholders to promote peacebuilding initiatives.
Development Programs for Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs): Khalif has been involved in regional development programs aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by ASAL communities, such as food insecurity, drought, and lack of infrastructure.
Politics
First Term (2017–2022):
Mohamed Adan Khalif was first elected as the Governor of Wajir County in 2017. During his term, he focused on addressing the unique challenges of the region, which include limited infrastructure, high poverty rates, and marginalization. Key achievements include:
Infrastructure Development: Initiated various road construction projects to improve connectivity within the county and with neighboring counties.
Education: Worked on improving access to education, including the construction of new schools and expansion of educational programs for youth.
Water and Sanitation: Addressed the acute water shortage in the region, a key issue in the arid and semi-arid areas.
Health Services: Expanded healthcare services by building and equipping hospitals and ensuring better service delivery.
Second Term (2022–Present):
In 2022, Mohamed Khalif was re-elected as Governor of Wajir County under the Jubilee Party. His second term continues to build on the progress made during his first term. His focus includes:
Economic Empowerment: Advocating for programs to support women and youth, particularly through entrepreneurship and access to county government contracts.
Climate Resilience: Initiating projects to mitigate the effects of drought and improving water harvesting and irrigation systems to boost food security.
Peace and Security: Focusing on initiatives to promote peace among communities in Wajir and strengthen security in the region.
Member of Parliament for Wajir West Constituency
Before becoming Governor, Mohamed Khalif served as the Member of Parliament for Wajir West Constituency. During his tenure as MP, he was involved in:
Legislative Advocacy: Advocating for policies that benefit marginalized regions, particularly those related to devolution, infrastructure development, and the welfare of pastoralist communities.
Community Development: Engaging with the local community to address issues such as water scarcity, education, and economic development.
Advocate for Devolution
Mohamed Khalif has been a strong proponent of Kenya’s devolved system of governance. He believes in empowering local communities and ensuring equitable distribution of resources, especially in arid and semi-arid areas, where Wajir is located. His work has been centered on improving governance and service delivery at the county level.
Projects
Citizen’s Performance Score Card
Educational Background
Master’s Degree in Public Administration
Additional training in governance, resource management, and development policy
Work Experience
Governor of Wajir County
First Term (2017–2022)
Mohamed Adan Khalif was elected as the Governor of Wajir County in 2017 under the Jubilee Party. During his first term, he focused on;
Peace and Security: Wajir County has experienced inter-clan conflicts and security challenges, and Khalif made significant efforts to foster peace and stability in the region through conflict resolution initiatives and strengthening security infrastructure.
Infrastructure Development: He prioritized the improvement of road networks and communication infrastructure to enhance connectivity and promote trade within the county and with neighboring regions.
Healthcare Services: Under his leadership, there was an emphasis on improving health facilities, addressing maternal and child health, and providing better access to healthcare services.
Youth and Women Empowerment: Khalif launched several programs aimed at empowering youth, women, and marginalized groups through entrepreneurship and vocational training.
Second Term (2022–Present);
Re-elected in 2022, Mohamed Khalif has focused on:
Economic Transformation: Promoting agriculture, particularly the expansion of irrigation schemes and support for livestock farmers, to ensure food security and economic resilience in the face of climate change.
Sustainable Development: Implementing green energy and water projects to address the county’s water shortages and promote sustainable resource management.
Education and Capacity Building: Expanding educational facilities and providing scholarships to students from marginalized communities.
Public Service and Governance
Before his election as governor, Mohamed Khalif served in various key government positions, where he gained experience in public administration:
Director of Policy and Planning, Ministry of Devolution and Planning: Khalif worked on the implementation of policies aimed at enhancing the country's development strategies, focusing on devolution and the allocation of resources to various regions, particularly marginalized counties.
Senior Officer, Ministry of Finance and Planning: In this capacity, he was involved in strategic financial planning and budgeting, with a focus on equitable distribution of resources to ensure the development of all counties, especially the northern parts of Kenya.
Leadership and Advocacy Roles
Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution: Mohamed Khalif has been a strong advocate for peace and stability in the northeastern region of Kenya. He has worked closely with security agencies, local communities, and national stakeholders to promote peacebuilding initiatives.
Development Programs for Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs): Khalif has been involved in regional development programs aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by ASAL communities, such as food insecurity, drought, and lack of infrastructure.
Politics
First Term (2017–2022):
Mohamed Adan Khalif was first elected as the Governor of Wajir County in 2017. During his term, he focused on addressing the unique challenges of the region, which include limited infrastructure, high poverty rates, and marginalization. Key achievements include:
Infrastructure Development: Initiated various road construction projects to improve connectivity within the county and with neighboring counties.
Education: Worked on improving access to education, including the construction of new schools and expansion of educational programs for youth.
Water and Sanitation: Addressed the acute water shortage in the region, a key issue in the arid and semi-arid areas.
Health Services: Expanded healthcare services by building and equipping hospitals and ensuring better service delivery.
Second Term (2022–Present):
In 2022, Mohamed Khalif was re-elected as Governor of Wajir County under the Jubilee Party. His second term continues to build on the progress made during his first term. His focus includes:
Economic Empowerment: Advocating for programs to support women and youth, particularly through entrepreneurship and access to county government contracts.
Climate Resilience: Initiating projects to mitigate the effects of drought and improving water harvesting and irrigation systems to boost food security.
Peace and Security: Focusing on initiatives to promote peace among communities in Wajir and strengthen security in the region.
Member of Parliament for Wajir West Constituency
Before becoming Governor, Mohamed Khalif served as the Member of Parliament for Wajir West Constituency. During his tenure as MP, he was involved in:
Legislative Advocacy: Advocating for policies that benefit marginalized regions, particularly those related to devolution, infrastructure development, and the welfare of pastoralist communities.
Community Development: Engaging with the local community to address issues such as water scarcity, education, and economic development.
Advocate for Devolution
Mohamed Khalif has been a strong proponent of Kenya’s devolved system of governance. He believes in empowering local communities and ensuring equitable distribution of resources, especially in arid and semi-arid areas, where Wajir is located. His work has been centered on improving governance and service delivery at the county level.