Back to our people

Late Hon. Godfrey Muhuri Muchiri (1975 – 2006)

Founding Chairman| Spearheaded acquisition of 14,000 acres from Dandora Sisal Company
  • Achievements

  • Spearheaded acquisition of 14,000 acres from Dandora Sisal Company

  • Founded Embakasi Ranching in 1975 with support from President Jomo Kenyatta

  • Oversaw initial plot allocations and shareholder registration

  • Lobbied for utility land reservation (schools, police, roads)

  • Initiated horticulture and livestock projects to generate income for ERC

  • Led major engagement with President Moi in 1997 to expedite lease issuance

  • About Late Hon. Godfrey Muhuri Muchiri (1975 – 2006)

Founding Chairman & Visionary

  • The founding father of ERC, Muhuri was a bold visionary who dedicated his political and personal capital to settle thousands of Nairobians. He served two terms as Embakasi MP and held several key government positions, including Assistant Minister for Works and Chair of Kenya Bureau of Standards. He led ERC for 31 years, overseeing plot allocations, utility planning, and the birth of community schools and institutions on ERC land.

     

    🔹 Highlights:
    – Founder of ERC and pioneer land reformer
    – Oversaw acquisition of 14,000 acres for settlement
    – Served as MP (1974–79, 1983–88) and Assistant Minister (1986–88)
    – Established schools, police stations, and public amenities on ERC land