Ronald Karauri is a prominent Kenyan entrepreneur, corporate leader, and politician, known for his innovative contributions to the business sector and public service. Born in Kenya, Karauri is widely recognized as the CEO and co-founder of SportPesa, one of Africa’s leading sports betting companies. Under his leadership, SportPesa grew into a global brand, driving sports […]
Ronald Karauri is a prominent Kenyan entrepreneur, corporate leader, and politician, known for his innovative contributions to the business sector and public service. Born in Kenya, Karauri is widely recognized as the CEO and co-founder of SportPesa, one of Africa’s leading sports betting companies. Under his leadership, SportPesa grew into a global brand, driving sports sponsorships and partnerships, including deals with major football clubs like Everton and Hull City.
Karauri’s academic background includes engineering studies, and he worked as a commercial pilot with Kenya Airways before transitioning into entrepreneurship. His experience as a pilot reflects his discipline and precision in leadership.
In 2022, Ronald Karauri made a successful entry into politics, being elected as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Kasarani Constituency, Nairobi. His tenure focuses on development projects, youth empowerment, and creating economic opportunities for his constituents.
Karauri’s leadership style is characterized by his visionary thinking and ability to drive transformation across various sectors, including sports, technology, and public service. He remains an influential figure in Kenya’s corporate and political landscape.
Ronald Karauri began his education at Harambee Primary School in Buruburu, Nairobi. He then attended Mang'u High School for his secondary education. Afterward, he enrolled at the University of Nairobi to study Mechanical Engineering but left during his third year to pursue a career in aviation. He joined Kenya Airways as a cadet trainee in 2000, underwent training in Ethiopia, and subsequently served as a pilot and later as a captain until 2015.
Ronald Karauri has a diverse professional background spanning aviation, business, and politics.
Aviation Career:
Business Endeavors:
Political Career:
Throughout his varied career, Karauri has demonstrated adaptability and leadership across multiple sectors.
Ronald Karauri, previously the CEO of SportPesa, ventured into politics by declaring his candidacy for the Kasarani parliamentary seat in Nairobi County during the 2022 General Election. He announced his intention to run in February 2022. ([Nation]
Running as an independent candidate, Karauri secured victory in the August 9, 2022, elections, garnering 32,406 votes. He surpassed his closest competitors, John Kamau, who received 30,444 votes, and the incumbent MP, Mercy Gakuya, who obtained 24,790 votes.
Since assuming office, Karauri has been serving as the Member of Parliament for Kasarani Constituency.
Revenue: KES. 218,919,375 |
Expenditure: KES. 206,029,747 |
Budget Deficit: KES. 12,889,628 |
% age deficit: 6% |
Location: Ruai Primary School |
Total Contract Amount: |
Estimated Date of Completion: May 13, 2021 |
Amount of Money Paid: KES. 46,472,300 |
% Age Payment: 100% |
Status of the Project: Lacks value of money: Completed but not in use, as of March 2024.According to management building remains unused due to a lack of furniture, questioning value for money. |
Amount of Money Paid: KES. 6,486,463 deducted as retention |
% Age Payment: 10% of relevant contract sums deducted as retention |
Status of the Project: Lack of proper documentation No retention register was maintained for payments made on interim certificates. There is potential financial mismanagement and inaccuracies in project bank balances as it does not show liabilities refundable to the constructors |
Total Contract Amount: KES. 94,304,704 |
Amount of Money Paid: KES. 74,276,364 |
% Age Payment: 39% of total transfers from NG-CDF Board (exceeding the 35% legal limit by 4%) |
Status of the Project: Non-compliance with the NG-CDF Act, 2015 Bursary allocation exceeded the legal threshold, violating Section 48 of the Act. |
Ronald Karauri began his education at Harambee Primary School in Buruburu, Nairobi. He then attended Mang'u High School for his secondary education. Afterward, he enrolled at the University of Nairobi to study Mechanical Engineering but left during his third year to pursue a career in aviation. He joined Kenya Airways as a cadet trainee in 2000, underwent training in Ethiopia, and subsequently served as a pilot and later as a captain until 2015.
Ronald Karauri has a diverse professional background spanning aviation, business, and politics.
Aviation Career:
Business Endeavors:
Political Career:
Throughout his varied career, Karauri has demonstrated adaptability and leadership across multiple sectors.
Ronald Karauri, previously the CEO of SportPesa, ventured into politics by declaring his candidacy for the Kasarani parliamentary seat in Nairobi County during the 2022 General Election. He announced his intention to run in February 2022. ([Nation]
Running as an independent candidate, Karauri secured victory in the August 9, 2022, elections, garnering 32,406 votes. He surpassed his closest competitors, John Kamau, who received 30,444 votes, and the incumbent MP, Mercy Gakuya, who obtained 24,790 votes.
Since assuming office, Karauri has been serving as the Member of Parliament for Kasarani Constituency.
Revenue: KES. 218,919,375 |
Expenditure: KES. 206,029,747 |
Budget Deficit: KES. 12,889,628 |
% age deficit: 6% |
Location: Ruai Primary School |
Total Contract Amount: |
Estimated Date of Completion: May 13, 2021 |
Amount of Money Paid: KES. 46,472,300 |
% Age Payment: 100% |
Status of the Project: Lacks value of money: Completed but not in use, as of March 2024.According to management building remains unused due to a lack of furniture, questioning value for money. |
Amount of Money Paid: KES. 6,486,463 deducted as retention |
% Age Payment: 10% of relevant contract sums deducted as retention |
Status of the Project: Lack of proper documentation No retention register was maintained for payments made on interim certificates. There is potential financial mismanagement and inaccuracies in project bank balances as it does not show liabilities refundable to the constructors |
Total Contract Amount: KES. 94,304,704 |
Amount of Money Paid: KES. 74,276,364 |
% Age Payment: 39% of total transfers from NG-CDF Board (exceeding the 35% legal limit by 4%) |
Status of the Project: Non-compliance with the NG-CDF Act, 2015 Bursary allocation exceeded the legal threshold, violating Section 48 of the Act. |