Former Laikipia Governor Ndiritu Muriithi has been sworn in as the Chairperson of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
Muriithi was sworn-in in a ceremony presided over by the Registrar in the Office of the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Hon Esther Nyaiyaki at the Supreme Court on Monday, December 30.
Speaking during the ceremony, Muriithi pledged to spearhead a transformative agenda aimed at elevating the tax authority into a professional, fair, and service-driven institution.
He outlined his vision to institutionalize a culture of excellence and collaboration across all KRA touchpoints.
“My vision is to steer KRA to become a professional, fair, yet firm organization guided by the core values of being Trustworthy, Ethical, Competent, Helpful, Innovative, and Simple.
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"Together with members of the Board of Directors, our endeavor will be to ensure KRA achieves its full potential by providing sound governance, oversight, and accountability," he said.
Muriithi further emphasized the importance of forging strategic partnerships with stakeholders in both the public and private sectors.
"We will also continue to build strategic partnerships with our stakeholders in the public and private sector, to develop sector-specific, responsive solutions and programs for our taxpayers; to collectively boost and build the economy of our country," he added.
Muriithi has extensive experience in leadership and management across various countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Canada, and Australia.
He earned a degree in economics and finance from St. Francis Xavier University in Canada in 1990 and later pursued a master's degree in project management at the University of Technology, Sydney.
Muriithi's political career began with his election as the Member of Parliament for Laikipia West, serving from 2007 to 2013.
During this period, he also held the position of Assistant Minister for Industrialization, where he was involved in reforms to improve the business environment and promote investments.
In 2017, Muriithi was elected as the Governor of Laikipia County as an independent candidate, serving until 2022.
In December 2024, President William Ruto appointed Muriithi as the Chairperson of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Board.
This appointment was part of a series of fresh appointments to state corporations and Kenya’s foreign missions.
