Also known as: Tourism Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa · Dr John Ololtuaa
Principal Secretary who took over leadership of the State Department for Basic Education following a June 2026 presidential reshuffle.
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Capital News
… Principal Secretary for Education, Dr John Ololtuaa, said the donation will support teaching and learning and pledged continued collaboration with the First Lady’s initiatives. …
Over 1,650 learners benefit from First Lady’s School Shoes InitiativeThe Standard
… The former legislator died on Saturday morning while undergoing treatment at the Nairobi Hospital.His death was confirmed by Basic Education Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa, who said he had been unwell since November 2025 and was admitted to the facility in May 2026 after suffe …
Former Kilgoris MP Gideon Konchellah is deadThe Standard
… His death brings to an end a distinguished political career that spanned more than two decades and helped shape the political landscape of the South Rift region.The death of the veteran politician was announced on Saturday by Education Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa, who descr …
The life and legacy of the late Gideon KonchellahCapital News
… Bitok formally transferred the role to his successor, Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa, who now takes over leadership of the State Department for Basic Education. …
PS Bitok Hands Over Basic Education Docket Following Presidential ReassignmentThe Standard
… Bitok transferred the role to Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa following a recent presidential reshuffle that saw him reassigned to the State Department for Tourism. …
Bitok hands over Basic Education docket after nearly two years reignThe Standard
… Tourism Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa called on the national government to consider funding the institution, saying it plays a critical role in developing skills for the country's tourism and conservation sectors. …
Tourism's future lies in Innovation and technology, graduates toldCapital News
… Speaking at the expo, John Ololtuaa said the Kenyan Coast remains central to Kenya’s tourism growth strategy due to its unique blend of pristine beaches, Swahili culture, modern hospitality and improved connectivity. …
Kenyan Coast Strengthens Position as Regional Tourism Hub During POATE 2026Citizen Digital
… Tourism Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa said the Kenyan Coast continues to anchor regional tourism demand due to its unique combination of beach attractions, Swahili culture, hospitality diversity and improved transport connectivity. …
Regional tourists fuel growth of Kenya’s coastal tourism sectorCapital News
… The legislators grew more agitated after Tourism Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa, who appeared on behalf of the CS, informed the Committee that Ms Miano was unavailable because she was at State House preparing for a dinner hosting guests attending the Africa Forward Summit. …
MPs Tear Into CS Miano Over Absence From Tourism Budget MeetingThe Standard
… Tourism Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa, who briefed the committee, acknowledged the delays but maintained that the project remains on track in terms of quality and long-term impact.Despite the missed deadline, the committee expressed satisfaction with the progress of the renov …
Bomas venue ruled out for AfricaFrance Summit as renovations lagOver 1,650 learners at Karen C Comprehensive School received shoes donated through First Lady Rachel Ruto's initiative aimed at promoting dignity and inclusivity in education, part of the Voice of Children programme providing school supplies and essential needs.
22 June 2026 · Capital News →
Over 1,650 learners at Karen C Comprehensive School received shoes donated through First Lady Rachel Ruto's initiative aimed at promoting dignity and inclusivity in education, part of the Voice of Children programme providing school supplies and essential needs.
22 June 2026 · Capital News →
Gideon Konchellah, a former Kilgoris MP and military officer who served two decades in Parliament, died on Saturday morning at Nairobi Hospital after suffering cardiac arrest. He had been unwell since November 2025 and was admitted to the facility in May 2026 following an undisclosed infection.
13 June 2026 · The Standard →
Gideon Sitelu Konchellah, former Kilgoris MP and Minister for Immigration, has died following cardiac arrest at a Nairobi hospital. The veteran lawmaker, whose political career spanned more than two decades, was a prominent figure in South Rift politics.
13 June 2026 · The Standard →
Principal Secretary Julius Kibet Bitok has handed over the State Department for Basic Education to PS John Ololtuaa following a presidential reassignment, moving to lead the State Department for Tourism.
11 June 2026 · Capital News →
Prof. Julius Bitok has officially handed over leadership of the State Department for Basic Education to Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa following a presidential reshuffle that reassigned Bitok to Tourism. Bitok's tenure, which began in October 2023, was marked by implementation of education reforms and efforts to stabilize the Competency-Based Curriculum transition.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba told graduates of the Wildlife Tourism College of Maasai Mara that the future of global tourism depends on innovation and technology as tourists increasingly seek authentic experiences, sustainability, and digital convenience. He urged the 50 graduands to embrace emerging technologies including artificial intelligence, digital marketing, and online booking platforms to succeed in the changing market.
30 May 2026 · The Standard →
At Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo 2026 in Kampala, Kenyan tourism stakeholders promoted the Coast as a premier destination, with Uganda remaining Kenya's leading regional source market, contributing 234,556 visitors in 2025 (31 per cent of African arrivals, up 8.7 per cent).
22 May 2026 · Capital News →
Regional travellers from East Africa are increasingly driving growth in Kenya's coastal tourism sector, with Uganda remaining Kenya's leading regional source market, contributing 234,556 visitors in 2025 and accounting for 31 per cent of all African arrivals.
22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano faced sharp criticism from MPs after failing to appear before the National Assembly Committee during deliberations on the Ministry's 2026/27 Budget Estimates. Committee members said this was her second consecutive absence and faulted her for missing a crucial budgetary process.
12 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Bomas of Kenya will not be ready in time to host the Africa–France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth Summit scheduled for May 11 and 12, 2026, according to Members of Parliament. The renovation project transforming Bomas into the Bomas International Convention Centre has experienced construction delays, forcing organizers to relocate the summit to an alternative venue.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →