Aden Duale Biography: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Cabinet Secretary, Career

Aden Bare Duale is a prominent Kenyan politician and public servant, currently serving as the Cabinet Secretary for Health.

His extensive political career includes roles such as Member of Parliament for Garissa Township, Majority Leader in the National Assembly, and Cabinet Secretary for Defence and Environment.

Duale is recognized for his leadership and commitment to public service, particularly in advocating for healthcare reforms and digitization of health services in Kenya.

Profile

• Full Name: Aden Bare Duale
• Stage Name: Aden Duale
• Born: June 15, 1969
• Age: 55 years old
• Birthplace: Garissa County, Kenya
• Nationality: Kenyan
• Occupation: Politician, Cabinet Secretary for Health
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Duale
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: 5
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: Ksh 500 million

Early Life and Education

Aden Bare Duale was born on June 15, 1969, in Garissa County, Kenya, to Mr. and Mrs. Duale, details about him having any siblings is not publicly known. He pursued his early education at Garissa High School and Moi Forces Academy in Nairobi.

Duale later attended Moi University, where he earned a Bachelor of Education degree in Economics and History. He furthered his studies at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, obtaining a Master of Business Administration. Duale is of Somali ethnicity, specifically from the Ogaden clan, and his religious affiliation is Islam.

Career

Aden Bare Duale began his political journey in 2007 when he was elected as the Member of Parliament for Dujis Constituency under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). He later co-founded the United Republican Party (URP) and was re-elected in 2013 and 2017 as the MP for Garissa Township. Duale served as the Majority Leader in the National Assembly from 2013 to 2020, where he was instrumental in sponsoring over 100 government bills.

In October 2022, Duale was appointed as the Cabinet Secretary for Defence, a position he held until July 2024. He was then reassigned to the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry. In March 2025, President William Ruto appointed Duale as the Cabinet Secretary for Health, where he has been focusing on healthcare reforms and digitization of health services.

As the Cabinet Secretary for Health, Duale has prioritized the implementation of the Digital Health Act to eliminate fragmentation in the health sector. He has also emphasized the importance of timely disbursement of funds to health facilities and the establishment of the Social Health Authority to enhance efficiency in healthcare delivery. Duale continues to engage with stakeholders to strengthen healthcare systems across Kenya.

Social Media

• Twitter Handle: @HonAdenDuale
• Facebook Handle: Aden Duale
• Instagram Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Aden Bare Duale is married to the daughter of former Chief of General Staff, Mohamud Mohamed. The couple resides in Nairobi and has five sons. His eldest son is in university while the youngest is in kindergarten. Duale is known for maintaining a balance between his public duties and family life, often emphasizing the importance of family values in his public addresses.

Net Worth

Aden Duale’s estimated net worth is approximately Ksh 500 million. His wealth is attributed to his long-standing political career, business ventures, and investments in real estate. Duale owns properties such as the Lillac Centre in Garissa Town and the Nomad Hotel in Eastleigh, Nairobi, along with other business interests.