NAIROBI, Kenya- Just two weeks into his role, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has chaired his first Cabinet Committee meeting, setting the tone for his leadership in government coordination.
The meeting, held at his official residence in Karen, Nairobi, brought together an array of high-ranking government officials to discuss critical governance and social sector priorities.
At the center of this initial meeting was the Cabinet Committee on Governance, Social Sector, and Public Administration, a group tasked with addressing foundational government functions and citizen welfare.
The committee aims to streamline policies that influence Kenya’s social, economic, and public administration landscape, promoting effective government service delivery.
This gathering marked an important step for Kindiki, who is positioned to play a significant role in shaping policy and enhancing government responsiveness.
Alongside Deputy President Kindiki, a host of prominent Cabinet Secretaries attended the meeting, reflecting a unified approach across key government departments.
Among those present were John Mbadi, overseeing National Treasury and Economic Planning; Julius Migos Ogamba for Education; Eric Muriithi Mugaa in Water, Irrigation, and Sanitation; and Beatrice Askul Moe for East African Community, ASALs, and Regional Development.
The wide representation underscored the government’s commitment to a collaborative, cross-sector approach to pressing national issues.
Cabinet Secretaries Kipchumba Murkomen (Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports), Rebecca Miano (Tourism and Wildlife), Soipan Tuya (Defense), Dr. Alfred Mutua (Labour and Social Protection), and Dr. Debra Barasa (Health) were also present.
Additionally, Attorney General Dorcas Oduor and Secretary to the Cabinet Mercy Wanjau joined the discussions, further emphasizing the meeting’s focus on cohesion and forward momentum.
Kindiki’s swift move to chair this meeting signals his intent to foster a proactive, solution-oriented governance style.
This session is anticipated to be the first of many as the committee works to create policies that address both immediate concerns and long-term goals.
