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	'''Marsden Herman Madoka''' (born March 15, 1943) is a Kenyan statesman, businessman, and former military officer. He has served in various capacities in both public service and private sectors, including as Minister of State for Provincial Administration and National Security, Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs. Madoka is renowned for his contributions to Kenya's governance, sports development, and education.		'''Marsden Herman Madoka''' (born March 15, 1943) is a Kenyan statesman, businessman, and former military officer. He has served in various capacities in both public service and private sectors, including as Minister of State for Provincial Administration and National Security, Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs. Madoka is renowned for his contributions to Kenya's governance, sports development, and education.

	== Early ~~Life~~ and ~~Education~~ ==		== Early life and education ==
	Madoka was born in ], ], ]. He attended ] and later ]. He furthered his studies through the ] programme, known for developing leadership and resilience skills. <ref name="Mzalendo"></ref>		Madoka was born in ], ], ]. He attended ] and later ]. He furthered his studies through the ] programme, known for developing leadership and resilience skills.<ref name="Mzalendo"></ref>

	== Military ~~Career~~ ==		== Military career ==
	Madoka began his career in the ], eventually rising to the rank of '''Major'''. In 1966, at just 22 years old, he became the first Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to President ]. This position cemented his reputation as a disciplined and capable officer. He was later awarded the '''Order of the British Empire (OBE)''' for his distinguished service, as documented in the ]. <ref name="Standard"></ref> <ref name="Gazette"></ref>		Madoka began his career in the ], eventually rising to the rank of '''Major'''. In 1966, at just 22 years old, he became the first Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to President ]. This position cemented his reputation as a disciplined and capable officer. He was later awarded the '''Order of the British Empire (OBE)''' for his distinguished service, as documented in the ].<ref name="Standard"></ref><ref name="Gazette"></ref>

	== Political ~~Career~~ ==		== Political career ==
	Madoka transitioned from military service to politics, becoming the Member of Parliament for ] in 1997. His notable positions include:		Madoka transitioned from military service to politics, becoming the Member of Parliament for ] in 1997. His notable positions include:

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	* Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs (1998–2000)		* Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs (1998–2000)

	During his tenure, Madoka was instrumental in strengthening national security, fostering international relations, and modernising ~~Kenya’s~~ diplomatic engagement strategies. <ref name="KenyaYearbook"></ref> <ref name="Mzalendo" />		During his tenure, Madoka was instrumental in strengthening national security, fostering international relations, and modernising Kenya's diplomatic engagement strategies.<ref name="KenyaYearbook"></ref><ref name="Mzalendo" />

	== Business and ~~Leadership~~ ==		== Business and leadership ==
	In addition to his political roles, Madoka has had a successful career in business. He served as General Manager of New Products at ] (EABL). Later, he became Chairman of the ] and Chairman of ], championing youth empowerment and leadership development. <ref name="OutwardBound"></ref>		In addition to his political roles, Madoka has had a successful career in business. He served as General Manager of New Products at ] (EABL). Later, he became Chairman of the ] and Chairman of ], championing youth empowerment and leadership development.<ref name="OutwardBound"></ref>

	== Philanthropy and ~~Sports~~ ~~Development~~ ==		== Philanthropy and sports development ==
	Madoka is the founder of the annual '''Madoka Half Marathon''', a prominent event aimed at promoting sports and fostering community development in ]. Sponsored by organisations such as ] and the ], the marathon has nurtured local athletic talent. <ref name="KenyaNews"></ref>		Madoka is the founder of the annual '''Madoka Half Marathon''', a prominent event aimed at promoting sports and fostering community development in ]. Sponsored by organisations such as ] and the ], the marathon has nurtured local athletic talent.<ref name="KenyaNews"></ref>

	== Personal ~~Life~~ ==		== Personal life ==
	Madoka is married to '''Elizabeth Wambui Madoka''', who was crowned Miss Uhuru in 1963 and served as President ~~Kenyatta’s~~ longest-serving secretary. The couple has been celebrated for their contributions to ~~Kenya’s~~ national development. <ref name="Standard" /> <ref name="Kenyans"></ref>		Madoka is married to '''Elizabeth Wambui Madoka''', who was crowned Miss Uhuru in 1963 and served as President Kenyatta's longest-serving secretary. The couple has been celebrated for their contributions to Kenya's national development.<ref name="Standard" /><ref name="Kenyans"></ref>

	== Honours and ~~Awards~~ ==		== Honours and awards ==

	* '''Order of the British Empire (OBE)''' – for distinguished military service		* '''Order of the British Empire (OBE)''' – for distinguished military service
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	== Legacy ==		== Legacy ==
	Marsden Madoka remains a celebrated figure in ~~Kenya’s~~ history for his contributions to governance, military service, and community development. His life continues to inspire many across the nation.		Marsden Madoka remains a celebrated figure in Kenya's history for his contributions to governance, military service, and community development. His life continues to inspire many across the nation.

	== References ==		== References ==
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Kenyan politician and businessman (born 1943)

Marsden MadokaOBE

Minister of State for Provincial Administration and National Security
In office 2003–2004
President	Mwai Kibaki
Succeeded by	John Michuki
Minister for Foreign Affairs
In office 2000–2002
President	Daniel arap Moi
Preceded by	Chris Obure
Succeeded by	Kalonzo Musyoka
Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs
In office 1998–2000
President	Daniel arap Moi
Member of Parliament for Mwatate Constituency
In office 1997–2007
Preceded by	Eliud Mwakio Mcharo
Succeeded by	Calist Andrew Mwatela

Personal details
Born	Marsden Herman Madoka (1943-03-15) March 15, 1943 (age 81) Mwatate, Taita-Taveta County, Kenya
Spouse	Elizabeth Wambui Madoka
Occupation	Politician, Businessman, Former Military Officer
Military service
Branch/service	Kenya Army
Rank	Major

Marsden Herman Madoka (born March 15, 1943) is a Kenyan statesman, businessman, and former military officer. He has served in various capacities in both public service and private sectors, including as Minister of State for Provincial Administration and National Security, Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs. Madoka is renowned for his contributions to Kenya's governance, sports development, and education.

Early life and education

Madoka was born in Mwatate, Taita-Taveta County, Kenya. He attended Hospital Hill Primary School and later Shimo La Tewa High School. He furthered his studies through the Outward Bound Kenya programme, known for developing leadership and resilience skills.

Military career

Madoka began his career in the Kenya Army, eventually rising to the rank of Major. In 1966, at just 22 years old, he became the first Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to President Jomo Kenyatta. This position cemented his reputation as a disciplined and capable officer. He was later awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his distinguished service, as documented in the London Gazette.

Political career

Madoka transitioned from military service to politics, becoming the Member of Parliament for Mwatate Constituency in 1997. His notable positions include:

Minister of State for Provincial Administration and National Security (2003–2004)
Minister for Foreign Affairs (2000–2002)
Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs (1998–2000)

During his tenure, Madoka was instrumental in strengthening national security, fostering international relations, and modernising Kenya's diplomatic engagement strategies.

Business and leadership

In addition to his political roles, Madoka has had a successful career in business. He served as General Manager of New Products at East African Breweries Limited (EABL). Later, he became Chairman of the Kenya Ports Authority and Chairman of Outward Bound Kenya, championing youth empowerment and leadership development.

Philanthropy and sports development

Madoka is the founder of the annual Madoka Half Marathon, a prominent event aimed at promoting sports and fostering community development in Taita-Taveta County. Sponsored by organisations such as Safaricom and the Kenya Ports Authority, the marathon has nurtured local athletic talent.

Personal life

Madoka is married to Elizabeth Wambui Madoka, who was crowned Miss Uhuru in 1963 and served as President Kenyatta's longest-serving secretary. The couple has been celebrated for their contributions to Kenya's national development.

Honours and awards

Order of the British Empire (OBE) – for distinguished military service
Recognised for his contributions to sports and youth empowerment through the Madoka Half Marathon

Legacy

Marsden Madoka remains a celebrated figure in Kenya's history for his contributions to governance, military service, and community development. His life continues to inspire many across the nation.

References

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