Kenya’s county employment data reveals high concentrations of single ethnic groups within public service ranks. In Bomet, 97.28% of employees are Kipsigis, while Homa Bay records 96.98% Luo representation.
Samburu follows with 96.65% from the Samburu community, and Elgeyo-Marakwet shows 96.22% Kalenjin dominance.
Kirinyaga’s workforce is 96% Kikuyu, with similar patterns in Nandi (95.67% Kalenjin), Nyamira (95.61% Kisii), and Kisii (94.28% Kisii).
Nyandarua and Nyeri both stand at 93.66%, predominantly Kikuyu. These figures reflect the extent to which ethnic affiliation aligns with public sector employment in specific counties.
The data highlights a trend where local communities form the overwhelming majority of county staff, often exceeding 90% representation.
Such patterns are documented by the Senate National Cohesion Committee, which monitors diversity in devolved units. The statistics offer insight into hiring practices and demographic distribution across regions.
They also provide a basis for evaluating inclusivity and representation in county governments. As counties continue to develop their administrative capacities, these numbers serve as reference points for policy discussions on equity, cohesion, and workforce diversity.
