All Eyes on Minnesota as Dr. Ombati Hosts Ex-CS Fred Matiang’i

Dr. Ombati Timothy Mokua, former County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health in Nyamira County, is set to join former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i for a highly anticipated weekend with the Kenyan diaspora community in Minnesota.

The two-day event, themed “A Weekend with Dr. Fred Matiang’i”, kicks off with a Community Dinner on Saturday, August 2, 2025, followed by a Community Meet and Greet on Sunday, August 3, 2025.

Dr. Ombati, who currently serves as the Chair of Dr. Matiang’i’s Support Team – Seattle Chapter, is expected to bring his grassroots and healthcare leadership experience to the dialogue. He has been instrumental in mobilizing the Kenyan community in the U.S. and advancing civic engagement among diaspora professionals.

The Minnesota gathering promises to be a momentous occasion for dialogue, networking, and reflection on public service and leadership, especially with both Dr. Matiang’i and Dr. Ombati in attendance.

Matiang’i’s presence in the U.S. is already sparking speculation about a potential presidential run in 2027.

Widely known for his no-nonsense leadership during his tenure as Interior CS, Matiang’i has long been viewed as a technocrat with the discipline and vision to lead Kenya.

His engagement with Kenyans abroad, especially at such strategic forums, is being interpreted by political analysts as groundwork for a broader campaign to connect with influential diaspora communities, many of whom play a growing role in shaping political narratives back home.