List of Kenyans Honoured During Madaraka Day Celebrations

President Uhuru Kenyatta on Wednesday, 1st June conferred State Commendations to 10 Kenyans for their outstanding services rendered to the nation in various capacities and responsibilities.

The ten were feted during the 59th Madaraka Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens.

For the Moran of the Order of the Golden Heart (MGH), Uhuru awarded Nzioka Waita and Lawyer Paul Ndung’u.

Waita, served as the State House Chief of Staff and Head of the President’s Delivery Unit where he provided leadership and oversight in the implementation of key government development projects.

Paul Nderitu Ndung’u, who is the current chairperson of the St Johns Ambulance, was conferred with the Moran of the Order of the Golden Heart for volunteerism deeds in the country. In 2003, he chaired the Ndung’u Lands Commission whose recommendations have been critical in shaping land reforms in the country.

Brigadier Joseph Maina Murashia was conferred with the Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (EBS) for his outstanding leadership in the construction and commissioning of Uhuru Gardens and Ulinzi Sports Complex in Lang’ata.

Brigadier Caroline Mutisya was also awarded for her contribution in the implementation of major projects across various Government ministries.

Under the Moran of the Order of the Burning Spear (MBS), Uhuru recognized Prof Sang Kiprop for his role in the Guinea Worm eradication program and the elimination of Malaria in Kenya.

Dr Weston Wakasiakaa Fistula Surgeon and Polycarp Otieno, Senior Director PDU in the Coast region were also awarded in the same category for their outstanding service in their various capacities.

For the Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya (OGW) the Head of State feted Major Hussein Weshanga, the officer in charge of Repairs and Maintenance at the Kenya Shipyards in Mombasa and Kisumu, Alice Kwamboka Nyakiri, Senior Deputy Director of Pensions at the National Treasury and Jane Nduta Mwangi who served in the Covid-19 education committee and CBC taskforce.