Energy CS Davis Chirchir Among Recipients Of Elder Of Golden Heart Award For Exemplary Work

• President William Ruto honoured Cabinet secretaries, governors, members of parliament, and athletes, among other leaders, with different state honours during Jamhuri Day celebrations
• Governors Gladys Wanga, Johnson Sakaja, and CSs Davis Chirchir, Ezekiel Machogu, and Susan Nakhumicha were among the officials awarded the Order of Golden Heart (E.G.H)
• World record holder Faith Kipyegon and other athletes were also mentioned for their exemplary performance and inspiration to the youth

Nancy Odindo, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings more than three years of experience covering politics, news, and feature stories across digital and print media in Kenya.

Energy Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir is among the state officials honoured with the Elder of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya (E.G.H.) by President William Ruto for his exemplary performance.

His recognition comes amid an uproar by Kenyans over continuous power outages in the country.

The president awarded several leaders, including members of parliament, governors, cabinet secretaries, and athletes, according to the advice of a National Honours and Awards Committee in the president's office.

Who was awarded EGH?

The Elder of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya award is given in recognition of outstanding or distinguished services rendered to the nation in various capacities and responsibilities.

Among the outstanding leaders honoured with the Order of the Golden Heart are:

1. CS Davis Chirchir

2. Johnson Sakaja

3. Gladys Wanga

4. Kimani Ichung'wah

5. Peninah Malonza

6. Ezekiel Machogu

7. Davis Chirchir

8. Susan Nakhumicha

9. Faith Kipyegon

10. Opiyo Wandayi

The president also honoured other department heads with Moran of the Order of the Golden Heart (M.G.H.) and Chief of the Order of the Burning Spear (C.B.S), among others.

Unrecognised CSs react

However, Moses Kuria and Aisha Jumwa were among the notable CSs who did not receive any recognition.

Kuria assured the public that his performance would elevate him to receive the honours. Narok senator Ledama Olekina echoed his sentiments.

Kipyegon bags E.G.H award

Ruto recognised Kipyegon during his speech at the Jamhuri Day celebrations on December 12, stating that her performance in athletics is an inspiration to most youth.

Kipyegon broke two world records in 2023.

"Today, I have conferred upon our world-beating athlete Faith Kipyegon the status of Elder of the Order of the Golden Heart, the highest honour our country awards its citizens who illuminate the path of excellence.

Kipyegon broke two world records in 2023from running bare feet to breaking two world records within a year, which is the ultimate state of heroism," Ruto said.

The award came less than 24 hours after Kipyegon was declared the winner of the World Athlete of the Year award in France.