Kajiado County has added another academic achiever to its ranks after Jonathan Saigilu, the Director of Revenue for Kajiado Central, successfully earned a Master of Business Administration (Finance) degree from Kenya Methodist University (KeMU). His name appeared on the university’s 2025 graduation list, marking a significant milestone in his career and education journey.
Saigilu, who also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Statistics from Egerton University, has served diligently within the Kajiado County Government, contributing to the transformation of the county’s revenue management systems. His dedication and leadership have played a key role in improving revenue collection, accountability, and compliance across Kajiado Central and its surrounding sub-counties.
Under his stewardship, Kajiado County has witnessed notable progress in its own-source revenue performance through the adoption of modern digital collection systems and structured financial planning. His expertise in statistics and finance has strengthened data-driven decision-making within the department, helping the county achieve efficiency and reduce revenue leakages.
Saigilu’s academic advancement aligns with Kajiado County’s broader vision of building a competent and professional workforce capable of driving sustainable development. The knowledge and skills acquired through his MBA in Finance are expected to further enhance fiscal management, budgeting, and financial policy formulation within the county’s revenue department.
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The Kenya Methodist University MBA programme is designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in strategic management and financial leadership, critical skills for managing public finances in devolved units. For Kajiado County, having well-trained officers like Saigilu strengthens its commitment to prudent financial management and improved service delivery to residents.
Saigilu’s success reflects the county’s investment in continuous professional growth and academic excellence among its staff. It also highlights the emerging culture of innovation and learning within Kajiado’s public service, where officers are encouraged to pursue higher education to enhance performance and accountability.
His achievement serves as an inspiration to fellow county employees and young professionals across Kajiado who aspire to balance public service with academic excellence. Through his dedication, Saigilu continues to demonstrate how education can directly impact governance and economic development at the county level.
By Benedict Aoya
