Alfred Mutua
- Full Name: Alfred Nganga Mutua
- Born: August 22, 1970
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Spouse: Josephine Mutua (m. 2000–2015)
- Parents: Agnes Mutua
- Education: Jamhuri High School, Eastern Washington University, Whitworth University, Western Sydney University
- Office: Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection
- Party: Maendeleo Chap Chap Party
Career
Alfred Mutua has a background in communication and media. He worked as a journalist and later served as the Government Spokesperson and the Head of the Government Communication Unit under President Mwai Kibaki's administration.
In 2013, Mutua ventured into politics and was elected as the Governor of Machakos County, becoming the first governor of the newly created county under the devolved government system.
As the Governor of Machakos, Mutua implemented various development projects, focusing on infrastructure, healthcare, education, and tourism.
He is known for his "Maendeleo Chap Chap" (Development Fast) slogan and approach, emphasizing efficiency, transparency, and accountability in delivering services to the people of Machakos.
He was re-elected the Machakos governor in 2017 and in 2022, he backed President William Ruto's bid.
President Ruto would later appoint him a Cabinet secretary and after three reshuffles, Mutua currently serves as Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection.
Development Projects and Innovations
Alfred Mutua spearheaded several innovative projects in Machakos County, aiming to improve the lives of residents and attract investments.
These projects include the Machakos People's Park, Machakos Level 5 Hospital, Machakos University, Machakos City project, and numerous roads and infrastructure construction.
Mutua's efforts in promoting tourism have also led to initiatives such as the establishment of the Machakos International Conference Centre and the Machakos Film City, aimed at attracting local and international visitors.
Political Engagement
Alfred Mutua has been actively involved in national politics, often voicing his opinions on various political matters and policy issues.
He has expressed his aspirations for national leadership and has participated in political alliances and formations.
Mutua's leadership style and development record in Machakos have positioned him as a notable figure in Kenyan politics.
Personal life
Mutua married Josephine Thitu on July 1 2000, at a Church ceremony in Nairobi Baptist Ngong Road. In the course of their marriage, the two had three children. The marriage between Alfred and Josephine, however, came to an end in 2015, which led to Josephine, together with their three children, relocating to Australia. This followed a bitter court battle for children's custody and property ownership between the two parties. In 2016, the court dismissed the matrimonial property suit that Mutua had lodged, seeking to have the property acquired within the course of the marriage be divided.
After the end of his first marriage, Mutua began a romantic relationship with his then-partner, Lilian Ng'ang'a. The seven-year-old relationship would end in June 2021, and both Mutua and Lilian announced it on their social media accounts.
