Prof. Philip Kaloki is a Kenyan politician and public servant who has served in education, government, and leadership roles across various public institutions.
In July, the former Kibwezi MP announced his political exit from the Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) led by the former Vice President of Kenya, Kalonzo Musyoka.
According to Phillip, he is exiting Wiper to join the President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and contest for the Makueni gubernatorial seat on a UDA ticket in the 2027 General Election, as demanded by the citizens.
Speaking during a rally in Makueni, Phillip asked the members of the public who attended which party he should join ahead of the 2027 election after leaving WFP.
He, however, noted that after exiting from WFP, he would not join a smaller party, with the Makueni residents supporting him to join UDA.
“You have requested I leave Wiper completely? After I leave Wiper, it is either I vie as an independent candidate or join the 2027 election race under UDA,” Philip Kaloki stated on his political stand.
Early Life and Education
Prof. Kaloki attended Mutonguni Secondary School in Kitui before proceeding to Kilungu Day Secondary School for his advanced secondary education.
Kaloki pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration with studies in Finance, Economics, and Management from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton, Texas, between 1982 and 1986.
He later obtained a Master of Business Management from Dallas Baptist University in Dallas, Texas.
Additionally, Philip holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Business Administration from the University of Nairobi.
Philip further undertook professional training, including the Advanced Leadership Program at Harvard Kennedy School and certification as a Development Professional through the Institute of Development Studies.
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Career and Achievements
Prof. Philip served as a Professor at Dallas Baptist University in Texas, where he taught business and management courses, mentored students, and contributed to academic development.
Before this role, he worked as an Accounts Receivable Manager at the Dallas Baptist University.
In Kenya, Kaloki served as Principal of Utiithi Secondary School, where he championed educational excellence.
Leadership in Public Service
Prof. Kaloki’s most visible public service role came when he was elected Member of Parliament for Kibwezi Constituency, serving for 5 years.
During his tenure, he became known for prioritizing development projects to improve the lives of ordinary citizens, including the construction of 51 new schools.
Additionally, he supported the development of hospitals and health facilities, helping improve healthcare access for local communities.
As an MP, Kaloki spearheaded initiatives that connected water from Umanyi Springs to several towns and settlements, including Kibwezi, Manyanga, Kinyambu, Machinery, and Mtito Andei.
Philip also helped establish the South Eastern Kenya University College in Mtito Andei.
In addition, Philip served as the Vice Chair of the Departmental Committee on Finance, Planning and Trade, and a member of both the Procedure and House Rules Committee (S.O. 191) and the Speaker’s Committee (S.O. 194).
In 2022, he was nominated as the running mate to Polycarp Igathe in the Nairobi gubernatorial race.
Kaloki was appointed as the Chairperson of the Board of the Retirement Benefits Authority by the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary (CS) John Mbadi in 2025 after the removal of Nelson Havi.
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Prof. Philip Kaloki in KMTC Leadership
Prof. Philip Kaloki later served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) following an appointment by the former President Uhuru Kenyatta, serving for eight years.
According to Kaloki, the country had 28 KMTC institutions and a recorded number of 19,000 enrolled students.
Under his leadership, he oversaw the growth of the institution to 71 campuses nationwide, including those in Makindu, Wote, Mbooni, Nunguni, and Mutyambua in Makueni.
In addition to establishing KMTC institutions, the number of students enrolled in them increased to over 50,000 during his tenure.
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