Eric Mugaa Muriithi, the nominee for Cabinet Secretary of Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation, has declared his net worth. Speaking before the National Assembly Committee on Appointments on Friday, August 2, Mugaa stated his net worth is approximately Ksh 31 million.
“My net worth is Ksh 31,000,000,” Eric Mugaa revealed.
The 32-year-old attributed his wealth to his lands and the farming of tea, miraa, and coffee. When asked about vehicle ownership, Mugaa said he does not own a car, unlike the previous nominees.
Educational Background
Eric Mugaa holds a master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources from the University of Nairobi (2018-2022).
He also earned a bachelor’s degree in Civil and Construction Engineering with First Class Honours from the same university (2011-2016).
Mugaa is an alumnus of Lenana School and attended primary school in Maua, Meru County.
Professional Career
Mugaa is a civil engineer and water resource enthusiast with over eight years of experience in operations and management of engineering projects.
He specializes in water hydraulic modeling, water network design, water treatment plants, and water structures.
He is registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) and the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK).
Before his nomination, Mugaa was an Assistant Project Engineer at Kilifi Mariakani Water and Sewerage Company Limited (KIMAWASCO), where he worked on the design and review of water sanitation projects.
According to his CV, he served as the design engineer for the Kenya Towns Sustainable Water Supply and Sanitation Program and participated in last mile connectivity projects for Narok, Kabarnet, Marigat Towns, and Kabartonjo and Chemolingon Urban Centres.
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In 2019, Mugaa worked as an assistant engineer during the Feasibility Study & Preparation of a Water Supply Masterplan for Murang’a County.
Between July 2018 and March 2019, he was a design engineer for the Preparation of Detailed Design, ESIA/RAP, and Tender Documents for Water Distribution Works for Mombasa and three water service providers.
Earlier in his career, Mugaa volunteered as a teacher at Kirindine Day Secondary School in Meru County from May 2010 to July 2011, where he taught Mathematics, Physics, Business Studies, and Geography.
He also volunteered with the Kenya Red Cross Society – UoN Chapter in 2015, providing basic first aid services during local events and participating in street cleaning around Nairobi.
