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HON. Waweru, John Kiarie

Constituency: Dagoretti South

John Kiarie Waweru, commonly known as KJ, is a Kenyan politician, comedian, and educator. Born in 1972, he attended Kileleshwa Primary School and Dagoretti High School. He later pursued a Certificate in Information Technology at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology in 1996 and earned a Bachelor of Education from Kenyatta University.   Kiarie […]

John Kiarie Waweru, commonly known as KJ, is a Kenyan politician, comedian, and educator. Born in 1972, he attended Kileleshwa Primary School and Dagoretti High School. He later pursued a Certificate in Information Technology at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology in 1996 and earned a Bachelor of Education from Kenyatta University.

 

Kiarie gained national recognition as a comedian with the group Redykyulass, where he was known for his satirical performances. He also worked as a columnist for Nation Media Group and held positions as an art director at Ogilvy Africa and a communications consultant at Scanad. Additionally, he served as a director at the Youth Agenda and the Athi Water Services Board.

 

In 2017, Kiarie was elected as the Member of Parliament for Dagoretti South Constituency under the Jubilee Party. He was re-elected in 2022 under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). In Parliament, he has been a member of the Departmental Committee on Communication, Information & Innovation, and the Departmental Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs.

Throughout his career, Kiarie has been recognized for his contributions to Kenyan comedy, media, and politics.

Educational Background

  • Daystar University – Master of Arts in Development Communication (Ongoing)
  • Kenyatta University (2001-2003) – Bachelor of Education (Fine Arts)
  • APA/British Council (1996) – Certificate in Advertising and Communication
  • JKUAT/MMS (1995-1996) – Certificate in Information Technology
  • Dagoretti High School (1991-1995) – KCSE
  • Kileleshwa Primary School (Before 1991) – KCPE

Work Experience

  • 2017 – Present: Member of Parliament, Dagoretti South Constituency
  • 2011 – 2017: Communications Consultant, Scanad
  • 2008 – 2011: Art Director, Ogilvy Africa
  • 2003 – 2008: Director, Youth Agenda
  • 2008 – 2011: Director, Athi Water Services Board
  • 2000 – 2007: Director, Redykulass Limited (Comedy group)
  • 1994 – 2007: Journalist/Columnist, Nation Media Group
  • 2000: Teacher, State House Girls High School
  • 1996: Teacher, Materi Girls Centre

Politics

Hon. John Kiarie Waweru, popularly known as KJ, entered politics after gaining national fame as a comedian with the Redykyulass comedy group. His political journey began in 2007 when he contested for the Dagoretti parliamentary seat under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) but lost to Beth Mugo.

In 2017, he successfully ran for Member of Parliament for Dagoretti South Constituency under the Jubilee Party, securing his first term in office. He was re-elected in 2022 under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), a party affiliated with President William Ruto.

In Parliament, he has served in key committees, including the Departmental Committee on Communication, Information & Innovation and the Departmental Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs. Kiarie has been vocal on issues related to youth empowerment, technology, and innovation.

His political career reflects his transition from media to governance, using his influence and communication skills to advocate for policies benefiting his constituents

Projects

Budget Managed
Revenue: KES. 130,935,766
Expenditure: KES. 94,318,502

Non-current Assets

Location: Mutuini Primary School
Total Contract Amount: KES.2,400,000
Amount of Money Paid: KES. 2,899,330
% Age Payment: 120%
Status of the Project: irregular procurement procedure. Tender evaluation report was not dated or initiated. Contract was signed 7 days after the award notification, violating procurement laws of 14 days. Management was in breach of the law

Location: Mukarara Primary School
Total Contract Amount: KES. 3,436,874
Amount of Money Paid: KES.3,807,050
% Age Payment: 111%
Status of the Project: Lacks value of money. 16 out of 20 renovated toilets were not in use and were repurposed as storage rooms. Emergency funds were used without clear justification.

Citizen’s Performance Score Card

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Educational Background

  • Daystar University – Master of Arts in Development Communication (Ongoing)
  • Kenyatta University (2001-2003) – Bachelor of Education (Fine Arts)
  • APA/British Council (1996) – Certificate in Advertising and Communication
  • JKUAT/MMS (1995-1996) – Certificate in Information Technology
  • Dagoretti High School (1991-1995) – KCSE
  • Kileleshwa Primary School (Before 1991) – KCPE

Work Experience

  • 2017 – Present: Member of Parliament, Dagoretti South Constituency
  • 2011 – 2017: Communications Consultant, Scanad
  • 2008 – 2011: Art Director, Ogilvy Africa
  • 2003 – 2008: Director, Youth Agenda
  • 2008 – 2011: Director, Athi Water Services Board
  • 2000 – 2007: Director, Redykulass Limited (Comedy group)
  • 1994 – 2007: Journalist/Columnist, Nation Media Group
  • 2000: Teacher, State House Girls High School
  • 1996: Teacher, Materi Girls Centre

Politics

Hon. John Kiarie Waweru, popularly known as KJ, entered politics after gaining national fame as a comedian with the Redykyulass comedy group. His political journey began in 2007 when he contested for the Dagoretti parliamentary seat under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) but lost to Beth Mugo.

In 2017, he successfully ran for Member of Parliament for Dagoretti South Constituency under the Jubilee Party, securing his first term in office. He was re-elected in 2022 under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), a party affiliated with President William Ruto.

In Parliament, he has served in key committees, including the Departmental Committee on Communication, Information & Innovation and the Departmental Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs. Kiarie has been vocal on issues related to youth empowerment, technology, and innovation.

His political career reflects his transition from media to governance, using his influence and communication skills to advocate for policies benefiting his constituents

Projects

Budget Managed
Revenue: KES. 130,935,766
Expenditure: KES. 94,318,502

Non-current Assets

Location: Mutuini Primary School
Total Contract Amount: KES.2,400,000
Amount of Money Paid: KES. 2,899,330
% Age Payment: 120%
Status of the Project: irregular procurement procedure. Tender evaluation report was not dated or initiated. Contract was signed 7 days after the award notification, violating procurement laws of 14 days. Management was in breach of the law

Location: Mukarara Primary School
Total Contract Amount: KES. 3,436,874
Amount of Money Paid: KES.3,807,050
% Age Payment: 111%
Status of the Project: Lacks value of money. 16 out of 20 renovated toilets were not in use and were repurposed as storage rooms. Emergency funds were used without clear justification.

Citizen’s Performance Score Card

4
Select your rating of their performance