MOHAMED ALI
| NAME | MOHAMED ALI |
| AGE | 46 YEARS |
| GENDER | MALE |
| OCCUPATION | POLITICIAN |
Mohamed Ali, widely known as Moha Jicho Pevu, is a Kenyan Politician and the Member of Parliament for Nyali Constituency in Mombasa County.
Early life and educational background
Mohamed Ali was born on August 4, 1979, in Isiolo County, Kenya, to a Borana family, where he grew up as the third of five children.
His early academic journey began at Thika Muslim Primary School, where he completed his O-levels in Nakuru.
A keen interest in media led him to pursue formal studies in journalism, and from 2000 to 2002, he earned a Diploma in Journalism at the News Link College of Journalism.
Seeking to deepen his expertise, Ali went on to study at Moi University between 2008 and 2012, culminating in a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication and Public Relations.
Demonstrating a strong commitment to academic excellence, he later completed a Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy from Moi University in August 2021.
Career
Professional Career
Mohamed Ali’s media career began modestly, first as an intern TV producer at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) in 2002, followed by a stint as a producer and radio presenter at Pwani FM in 2003, and then a role at Radio Salaam in 2006.
His breakthrough came in 2007 when he joined Kenya Television Network (KTN) as Chief Investigations Editor, a position he held until 2017.
There, he earned nationwide recognition through the Kiswahili investigative segment “Jicho Pevu,” where he and journalist John-Allan Namu exposed corruption, human rights abuses, and societal issues.
Ali handled the Kiswahili editions while Namu focused on English versions.
In 2016, alongside Namu and Kassim Mohammed, he co-founded Africa Uncensored, a non-profit investigative media initiative committed to independent journalism.
His media influence expanded further when he launched his own radio station in Mombasa in 2021, signaling his return to the airwaves and reinforcing his connection with the coastal region.
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Throughout his journalistic career, Ali received multiple accolades, including the prestigious Head of State Civilian Award (HSC) in 2009, the UN Peace Ambassador designation the same year, and numerous other recognitions, such as Investigative Journalist of the Year, Human Rights Journalist of the Year, and Most Outstanding Media Personality.
Political Career
Mohamed Ali entered elective politics during the 2017 general elections.
Undeterred by losing an ODM primary, where he accused the party of irregularities, he ran as an Independent and successfully won the parliamentary seat for Nyali Constituency in Mombasa County.
He joined the Special Funds Accounts Committee of Kenya’s National Assembly, utilizing his investigative skills to oversee public resources.
Ali retained his seat in the 2022 elections, this time running under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket.
Despite battles with powerful local politicians, he framed himself as a practical, grassroots-oriented leader.
In February 2025, amid speculation about a future gubernatorial bid, he signalled his intent to pursue the Mombasa Governor seat in 2027, emphasizing the need for “development politics” over rhetoric.
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Beyond public service, in 2018, Ali founded the Mohamed Ali Foundation, a registered non-profit dedicated to uplifting economically and socially vulnerable communities.
Net worth
Mohamed Ali’s net worth has not been disclosed publicly.
However, he earns a gross salary of Ksh739,600 as a Member of Parliament. This includes:
- Basic Salary: Ksh 443,760
- House Allowance: Ksh 150,000
- Salary Market Adjustment: Ksh 145,840
Mohamed Ali also receives:
- Sitting Allowance: Ksh 7,500 per parliamentary sitting, up to a maximum of Ksh 120,000 monthly
- Mileage Allowance: Ksh 116.63 per kilometre (capped at Ksh 353,778 monthly)
- Car Maintenance Allowance: Ksh 356,525 monthly
- Airtime Allowance: Ksh 15,000 monthly
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