Lawyer Morara Kebaso has won the hearts of Kenyans through his recent initiatives to boost civic education and promote transparency and accountability in government.
He has embarked on a nationwide tour, visiting numerous counties to conduct spot checks on stalled government projects initiated by the Kenya Kwanza administration, sharing his findings with followers on social media.
His passion for governance and politics runs in his blood, stemming from a lineage of politicians. Born in Kisii, he hails from the prominent family of John Kebaso, was the first senator of Kisii, and his grandfather, the late George Kebaso, served as the Member of Parliament for West Mogirango. His mother had him at a young age, while still in high school, and he was raised by his aunt as she completed her education.
His academic journey was marked by notable achievements, excelling in primary school and earning a place at the prestigious Maseno School, where his talents in drama and music brought him widespread recognition.
However, Morara’s determined nature frequently clashed with school authorities. His conflicts with the administration, particularly regarding the treatment of prefects, ultimately led to his expulsion.
“Somewhere along the way, when I got involved in student activism, I found myself out of the system. Then I hanged around hustling… But I decided I had to go back to school because you can be a rich fool” Morara revealed. He then enrolled at the St Francis Gekendo Secondary school and was the first student to score an A in the institution since 1979.
After finishing high school, he sought employment and worked as a waiter at Ufanisi Resorts and as a merchandiser for Kaysalt, selling salt. He then turned to entrepreneurship, exploring various business ventures, including selling avocados and running an eatery, among other endeavors.
“In terms of hustling, I have done many things. I had a hotel in Kawangware 56. We lived in a single room in Kawangware Soko Mjinga, where we paid KSh 1800 (rent). I sold avocado that used to come from Kisii at KSh 5 then we resell at KSh 15. We used to make good profits, I should go back to that business” Morara told show host Jeff Koinange.
While pursuing his university studies, he earned extra income by teaching mathematics and physics at Kabiru Secondary School, which he invested in a wines and spirits business. Additionally, he supplemented his earnings through various side hustles, including online writing, selling insurance, and dealing in land.
Upon graduating and becoming a lawyer, he established his first official business, Morara Home Furniture, which directly employs 85 Kenyans across its various branches.
“Today I do furniture business. It is called Morara furnitures. Directly I have 85 employees,” Morara said. “It is in Nairobi. We have a branch in Nairobi in Utawala, we have a branch on Kangundo road, we have a branch in Eldoret Annex, we have a branch in Bamburi in Mombasa,” he added.
Morara has since expressed interest in vying for the presidency in 2027, provided he garners enough support from Kenyans.
