Mining Cabinet Secretary nominee Hassan Joho arrived in Parliament for his vetting session before the National Assembly Committee on Appointments.
During the session, Hassan Joho shared his journey from struggling academically with a D-minus in secondary school to earning two degrees and pursuing a Master’s at Harvard Kennedy School.
Despite a challenging upbringing and needing to work to pay for school, Joho persevered, inspired by Prof. Ali Mazrui.
As he faces the National Assembly Committee on Appointments, Joho reflects on overcoming his early educational struggles and transforming his life.
He began his academic journey with a bridging course in 2006, followed by a diploma and a degree from Kampala University, and later a second degree from Gretsa University.
He is pursuing a Master’s degree at Harvard Kennedy School of Government.
Joho also shared his inspirational journey from a complex background to success in business and politics, emphasizing his commitment to overcoming historical struggles and stereotypes.
Upon President William Ruto’s nomination as the potential candidate, Joho realized that there was a ‘great cartel’ in the industry.
Thus, if approved, his first priority will be to eradicate the cartels that dominate Kenya’s mining industry.
He criticized the industry’s current state as a speculation market.
Joho highlighted the inefficiencies, such as companies taking over 40 years for mineral mapping, and called for shorter, more efficient processes.
As the first nominee to face the committee today, Joho’s statements mark the fourth day of the proceedings. Five more CS nominees are set to appear before the vetting panel this Sunday.