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Hassan Joho

Also known as: Ali Hassan Joho · Blue Economy CS Hassan Joho · Mining Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho · Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho · Mining CS Ali Hassan Joho · Mining CS Hassan Joho · Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho · Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho · Mr Hassan Joho

Mining Cabinet Secretary who secured release of Kenyan seafarers detained in Tanzania in 2026.

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Standard

    Ruto’s move has left many leaders who relied on Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho and late Prime Minister Raila Odinga for political survival.

    Governor hopefuls chart their own path ahead of 2027 contest
  3. Citizen Digital

    dynamics. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Accompanying the President are First Lady Rachel Ruto, Cabinet Secretaries Hassan Joho

    Ruto, Ramaphosa sign deals to deepen Kenya–South Africa cooperation
  4. May 2026
  5. The Standard

    President has since set up a team comprising Senate speaker Amason Kingi and Cabinet Secretaries Hassan Joho and Salim Mvurya to identify land and negotiate with owners for purchase by the government.

    Kadu Asili faults Ruto over Coast projects
  6. Citizen Digital

    Present were Cabinet Secretaries Hassan Joho (Mining), Salim Mvurya (Sports) and Opiyo Wandayi (Energy), Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, Governors Abdulswamad Nassir Shariff (Mombasa) and Gideon Mung'aro (Kilifi), National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wa, MPs and MCAs, amo

    Ruto launches Mariakani power sub-station, breaks ground for Makupa market and housing as Coast tour ends
  7. Capital News

    Present were Cabinet Secretaries Hassan Joho (Mining), Salim Mvurya (Sports) and Opiyo Wandayi (Energy), Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, Governors Abdulswamad Nassir Shariff (Mombasa) and Gideon Mung’aro (Kilifi), National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wa, MPs and MCAs, amo

    Ruto Wraps Up Coast Tour With Launch of KSh3bn Mariakani Power Substation
  8. Citizen Digital

    On May 22, in full public view, Presidential Escort Unit Commander Noah Maiyo was captured seemingly confronting a fellow police officer and even attempting to disarm him, a situation that was quickly quelled by Mining CS Hassan Joho.

    Police IG Douglas Kanja orders overhaul of Presidential security after Kilifi incident
  9. Citizen Digital

    way to transform our country," he said during a thanksgiving service for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs at Mnagoni Primary School grounds in Bamba in Ganze Constituency, Kilifi County, on Sunday Present were Cabinet Secretaries Hassan Joho

    President Ruto unveils Ksh.10 billion Blue Economy boost for Coast Region
  10. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeMining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has launched an attack on opposition leaders whom he accused of pretending to champion the interests of the Coast region despite having served in a powerful government positions for years without solving the area’s longstandin

    Joho, Kingi defend Ruto, hit out at opposition over Coast development
  11. The Standard

    formation Agenda (BETA), as it will open opportunities for small businesses, improve learning environments, and strengthen healthcare services in rural areas.Ruto was accompanied by Members of Parliament and Cabinet Secretaries from the Coast, among them Mining CS Ali Hassan Joho

    Ruto launches Lamu Sh616 million electricity project
  12. Citizen Digital

    Present at the function were Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, Cabinet Secretaries Ali Hassan Joho (Mining) and Salim Mvurya (Sports), Governors Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir (Mombasa), Gideon Mung'aro (Kilifi), Fatuma Achani (Kwale), Andrew Mwadime (Tai

    Ruto issues 33K title deeds to Coast residents, promises 200K more in 90 days

Saturday 27 June

  1. Senate Speaker Kingi, CS Mvurya push Coast unity for Ruto 2027

    Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya have urged Coast residents to unite and support President William Ruto's re-election bid in 2027, saying leaders from the region have pursued different political interests that have weakened the Coast's bargaining power.

    27 June 2026 · The Standard

  2. Mombasa court withdraws defamation charges against Kinzani

    A Mombasa court has withdrawn charges against Matilda Kinzani, who had been accused of defamation and cybercrime by businessman Abubakar Joho (elder brother of Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho) for allegedly circulating claims about the brothers stealing from Mombasa County. The office of the director of public prosecution withdrew the charges after a court of appeal ruling dated March 6, 2026, determined the charges were unconstitutional.

    27 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 25 June

  1. EU announces Sh50 billion ocean investment for African ports, fisheries

    The European Union has announced new financial commitments aimed at strengthening ocean conservation, sustainable fisheries, and the blue economy across Africa.

    25 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Petition filed to halt Kenya-US Mrima Hill rare earth minerals deal

    A lobby group has petitioned the High Court in Kwale County to suspend implementation of a proposed Kenya-United States agreement to exploit rare earth minerals at Mrima Hill, arguing the process lacked transparency and public participation. The deal is estimated to be worth Ksh.9.7 trillion.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Lobby group petitions court to halt Mrima Hill mining deal

    The Centre for Litigation Trust has filed a petition in Kwale High Court seeking to suspend a proposed Kenya-US agreement to exploit rare earth minerals at Mrima Hill, estimated to be worth Ksh.9.7 trillion, arguing that the process has excluded Parliament, county government, and local communities.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 23 June

  1. KWS director rejects KNCHR report on Lake Nakuru missing fishermen

    During a Senate hearing on forced disappearances of young fishermen at Lake Nakuru, Kenya Wildlife Services Director General Erastus Kanga rejected a report tabled by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights, saying he had not seen it and could not adequately respond to allegations without reviewing the document first.

    23 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 21 June

  1. Wetang'ula calls for unity over tribal and ethnic divisions

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has urged Kenyans to reject tribal politics and embrace national unity, saying Kenya's progress depends on leaders and citizens prioritizing national interest over ethnic and political considerations. He also condemned politicians allegedly sponsoring violence through hired gangs, warning such actions threaten the country's peace and stability.

    21 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 20 June

  1. ODM urges supporters to skip June 25 memorial protests

    The Orange Democratic Movement has instructed its supporters not to participate in June 25 anniversary protests planned for next Thursday, with ODM leaders affirming the party's commitment to the broad-based government and preference for victim compensation efforts over further demonstrations.

    20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 19 June

  1. Waiguru leads 2027 running-mate preference poll among UDA members

    A PoliTrack Africa poll shows Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru commanding 30.9 percent support for the UDA deputy president nomination in 2027, ahead of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki at 19.3 percent, setting up succession competition within Kenya Kwanza.

    19 June 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 18 June

  1. Ruto calls for global action to protect oceans

    President William Ruto, closing the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa on Thursday—the first held on African soil—called for more global political will and action in protecting oceans, saying commitments without means to deliver them cannot match the scale of what the ocean demands, and urging the world to turn political promises into real action including greening ports and creating sustainable jobs.

    18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Global leaders urge action to protect 30% of oceans by 2030

    At the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and former US Secretary of State John Kerry warned that countries risk missing the goal of protecting 30 per cent of oceans by 2030, calling on governments and stakeholders to translate promises into meaningful action to reverse environmental degradation.

    18 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Kenya hosts 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa

    Deputy President Kindiki opened the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, affirming the government's commitment to preserve Kenya's ocean for economic growth and future generations. President Ruto highlighted in a video-link address that the ocean powers industries and feeds families but faces threats including global warming, plastic pollution, and illegal fishing.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Global leaders convene in Mombasa for ocean protection talks

    The 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa brought together global leaders, policymakers, and conservationists to discuss stronger ocean protection, sustainable fisheries management, and blue economy investment. Former US Secretary of State John Kerry emphasized the critical role oceans play in sustaining life and regulating climate, while warning that current marine protections remain insufficient.

    17 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 13 June

  1. Seven Kenyan seafarers return home after three-month detention

    Seven Kenyan seafarers have returned home after spending nearly three months detained in international waters in March. Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho attended a homecoming ceremony and announced government measures to strengthen safeguards for Kenyan maritime workers.

    13 June 2026 · Capital News

  2. Seven Kenyan seafarers detained in Tanzania return home

    Seven Kenyan sailors detained in Tanzania since March 31 over human trafficking charges have been repatriated to Kenya after Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho secured their release; they had been jailed for 10 years with an option to pay Tsh70 million. The crew members were arrested after their fishing vessel was seized in Kilwa with 61 illegal immigrants aboard destined for Comoros.

    13 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 12 June

  1. Mutahi Kagwe tops Cabinet Secretary approval at 86 percent

    An Ipsos survey ranking Cabinet Secretaries on service delivery, leadership, accountability and policy implementation ranked Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe highest with 86 per cent approval, followed by Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi at 82 per cent and Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku at 79 per cent.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 11 June

  1. Lands and Mining Cabinet Secretaries absent from Senate plenary

    Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome failed to attend Senate plenary on Wednesday to answer questions, citing prior planned engagements; Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho also missed a Senate appearance the previous week. Senators criticized the Cabinet Secretaries for not honouring their invites to discharge their mandates before the house.

    11 June 2026 · The Standard

  2. Cabinet Secretaries Wahome and Joho censured for missing Senate appearances

    Senators criticized Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome for failing to appear before the Senate plenary to answer questions, citing prior planned engagements communicated only late on Tuesday evening. Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho also failed to appear the previous week.

    11 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Kenya to host 11th International Ocean Conference in June

    Kenya is preparing to host the 11th Our Oceans Conference in Mombasa and Kilifi from 11–18 June, aimed at protecting ocean resources and local communities as part of global efforts to protect 30 per cent of the oceans by 2030. The conference will address climate change and illegal, unreported fishing.

    10 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Kilifi squatters selling land at low prices after receiving title deeds

    Squatters in Kilifi County who recently received title deeds from President Ruto are selling their land at throwaway prices and relocating to other private farms, a pattern local leaders say reflects the activities of so-called professional squatters who invade farms, receive state settlement, and then sell to repeat the process.

    9 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 7 June

  1. Coast ODM leaders seek own paths away from party ahead 2027

    Some Coast ODM leaders are charting their own political path away from the party amid President William Ruto's influence, after leaders who depended on Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho and late Prime Minister Raila Odinga for political survival have been affected.

    7 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 4 June

  1. Ruto and Ramaphosa sign cooperation deals between Kenya and South Africa

    President William Ruto pledged to deepen economic, diplomatic, and strategic ties with South Africa during a State Visit to Pretoria, saying the two nations are key players in elevating Africa's voice on the global stage and positioning themselves as drivers of Africa's transformation.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 30 May

  1. Kadu Asili says Ruto recycling Kenyatta-era Coast projects

    Kadu Asili has criticized President Ruto's Coast region development plan, claiming the administration is relying on projects initiated under President Kenyatta's regime and has not launched any landmark projects of its own. The party also contested the Ruto government's recruitment at Kenya Ports Authority, stating that over 80 per cent of about 290 positions went to the Rift Valley region.

    30 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 25 May

  1. Ruto launches Mariakani power station, breaks ground for Makupa projects

    President William Ruto concluded his five-day tour of Coast counties by launching a KSh3 billion electricity sub-station in Mariakani, Kilifi County, and laying the foundation stone for a KSh600 million market and affordable housing project at Makupa, Mombasa County. The President said the government aims to stabilize power supply to the region to drive economic development, citing low electricity voltage from expensive thermal energy as a regional problem.

    25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ruto launches KSh3bn electricity substation during Coast counties tour

    President William Ruto concluded a five-day tour of coastal counties by launching a KSh3 billion electricity sub-station in Mariakani, Kilifi County, and laying a foundation stone for a KSh600 million market and housing project in Mombasa. Ruto said the new substation will carry electricity from Ethiopia and Naivasha to power coastal industries and create jobs.

    25 May 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 24 May

  1. Police IG orders overhaul of presidential security after Kilifi breach

    Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has ordered significant changes to the presidential security detail following a security breach in Bamba, Kilifi County, where a man breached the security cordon and gained close contact with President William Ruto during a speech. Kanja has constituted a special investigations team to investigate the incident.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. President Ruto announces Ksh.10 billion Coast blue economy investment

    President Ruto has announced government investment of more than Ksh.10 billion in blue economy projects at the Coast, including five fish landing sites, three fish markets, 272 modern fishing boats, a Ksh.1.5 billion hatchery, and a Ksh.2 billion Shimoni Fish Port in Kwale County, aimed at strengthening families dependent on fishing.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Joho defends Ruto, criticises opposition over Coast development

    Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho attacked opposition leaders for claiming to champion Coast region interests while holding powerful government positions without solving longstanding problems like land disputes, poor roads, water shortages and unemployment. Joho defended President Ruto's Kenya Kwanza administration, saying it has demonstrated willingness to address historical injustices through infrastructure, title deeds and social programs.

    24 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 22 May

  1. Ruto launches Sh616 million electricity project for Lamu

    President William Ruto announced that 1,667 families in Lamu County will gain access to electricity by year-end through a Sh616 million government program. The initiative is part of a wider plan to connect 53,000 households across the coastal region to the national grid.

    22 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 21 May

  1. Ruto distributes 33,000 title deeds to Coast residents

    President William Ruto issued more than 33,000 land title deeds to residents from six Coast counties (Lamu, Tana River, Kilifi, Mombasa, Kwale, and Taita-Taveta) during a five-day development tour, pledging an additional 200,000 deeds within 90 days as part of addressing the squatter challenge.

    21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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