Office of The Deputy President, Republic of Kenya

The Office of the Deputy President today participated in a consultative meeting convened by the Minorities and Marginalised Affairs Unit (MMAU), bringing together Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies to review progress on the implementation of Presidential Directives and key policy interventions targeting Minorities and Marginalised Communities in Kenya.

The Office was represented by the Head of the Gender & Affirmative Action Department, Ms. Fridah Murungi, as part of Government efforts to strengthen inclusion, expand access to opportunities and address challenges affecting marginalised communities.

Office of the Deputy President joins Kajiado women in Mother’s Day commemoration

KAJIADO, 10th May 2026 – The Office of the Deputy President, through the Department for Gender and Affirmative Action, today joined the people of Kajiado County in commemorating Mother’s Day during the official launch of the Oloip Omunyak Empowerment Centre.

The event, which brought together community members, women groups, leaders and stakeholders, celebrated the vital role women continue to play in strengthening families, sustaining communities and advancing national development.

Speaking during the event, the Department reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to promoting women empowerment, social protection, inclusion and community-driven development initiatives aimed at uplifting vulnerable populations across the country.

The newly launched Oloip Omunyak Empowerment Centre will serve as a safe refuge and support facility for widows, orphans and the elderly in Kajiado County.

The Centre is expected to provide social support services, empowerment programmes and community-based interventions geared towards improving livelihoods and enhancing the welfare of vulnerable members of society.

The occasion also provided an opportunity to honour and celebrate the resilience, leadership and contribution of women in Kajiado County, particularly mothers whose dedication continues to shape families and communities.

The launch of the Centre marks an important milestone in advancing social welfare, inclusion and empowerment efforts within the county, in line with the Government’s broader agenda of protecting vulnerable persons and promoting gender equality.

As aptly stated by the late Margaret Ogola, “A community without daughters is like a river without a source.”

Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers for their invaluable contribution to society and nation-building.

Call for Adaptive and Citizen-Centred Regulation to Strengthen Kenya’s Economic Transformation Agenda

KITUI, 7th May 2026 - Through its coordination of the Regulators’ Forum and sustained engagement with regulatory institutions, the Office of the Deputy President (ODP), through the Department of Trade and Investments, continues to generate strategic insights that are strengthening the timely delivery of government priorities and enhancing institutional effectiveness across sectors.

Speaking on the second day of the Regulatory Authorities and Agencies (RAAs) Conference, the Chief of Staff in the ODP, Dr. Christopher Kinyua Wanjau, highlighted the progress achieved through the Regulators’ Forum, the lessons emerging from inter-agency coordination, and the strategic reforms required to build a more responsive, efficient, and accountable regulatory ecosystem.

Dr. Wanjau noted that the Forum has increasingly become a critical platform for aligning regulatory institutions with national development priorities, strengthening policy coherence, and enhancing collaboration across government agencies.

“Through sustained coordination and structured engagement with regulators, we are building a more harmonised and responsive governance ecosystem capable of accelerating service delivery, improving investor confidence, and supporting Kenya’s economic transformation agenda,” said Dr. Wanjau.

He further called upon regulators to embrace adaptive, forward-looking, and citizen-centred approaches anchored on the principles of democracy, good governance, transparency, and fair competition.

“Strong institutions remain fundamental to sustainable economic growth, public trust, and inclusive national development. Regulators must continuously innovate and align their frameworks with the evolving needs of citizens and the economy,” he added.

We will ensure lasting security in Kitui County -Kindiki

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KITUI, 6th May 2026 - Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured residents of Kitui County that the government has firmed up security following recent deadly flare-ups in the devolved unit.

Prof. Kindiki said security agencies have been directed to beef up security to avert recurrence as the government works on a long-term solution to the conflict.

“I want to assure the people of Kitui that the government will ensure they are safe. The government has directed all those responsible with security to ensure the latest incident is not treated as an isolated case,” DP said.

Speaking on Wednesday when he addressed the press after attending the the 3rd Annual Regulatory Authorities and Agencies Conference at South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU), Kitui County, the DP said a lasting solution to the conflict is achievable.

Prof. Kindiki said conflicts associated with resources should not be taken advantage of by criminals promising tough action against those who do so.

“The same way we have been able to suppress banditry and terrorism significantly, we will do the same to crack down on those hiding in resource conflicts to perpetuate crime,” he declared.

He said anyone involved in the conflict will be dealt with whichever the position they occupy saying any form of crime will not be tolerated.

“If a political leader or a government official is involved, then action will be taken against them because crime is crime and is punishable by law,” he noted.

Kindiki challenges regulatory agencies to enhance coordination for better performance and efficiency

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KITUI, 6th May 2026 - Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has challenged regulatory bodies and agencies to enhance coordination for quick and efficient service delivery.

The DP said the work done by the agencies defines the government’s performance hence the need to improve decision making and coordination to meet Kenyans’ expectations and avert duplication of duties.

“We must ensure that the presence of the 127 regulators translates into coordinated strength, clarity, and efficiency rather than duplication, confusion, and delay,” DP stated.

Prof. Kindiki spoke on Wednesday when he addressed the 3rd Annual Regulatory Authorities and Agencies Conference held at South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU), Kitui County.

Presently, there are 127 Regulatory Authorities and Agencies (RAAs) under operation within the various State Departments with mandates touching on every facet of the economy and society.

The Deputy President said Kenyans expect the agencies to execute their mandates with urgency, vigour and in a transparent manner.

“When regulatory action is weak, inconsistent, or compromised, Government itself appears weak, and when regulatory processes are opaque or unfair, Government is perceived as unjust, but when regulation is firm, fair, and predictable, Government earns trust, credibility, and legitimacy,” he noted.

In discharging their duties, Prof. Kindiki urged the regulatory bodies to avoid laxity and comfort, saying such would reflect badly on the state of governance in the country.

“It is not enough that you are working; your work must be seen, felt, and experienced by the citizens we serve. Government action must be clear, consistent, and visible in the public space, reflecting the seriousness and discipline with which we execute our mandate,” DP reiterated.

The DP emphasized adherence to the Constitution that provides clear guidance on the obligations of the public service in Article 232, saying no Kenyan should be mistreated or poorly served by those in public service.

“No citizen should ever have to ask where the Government is because the Government is present wherever rules are set, standards enforced, safety assured, and fairness upheld,” he added.

We are committed to making SHA successful - DP Kindiki

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has expressed confidence that the Universal Health Coverage being implemented by Social Health Authority (SHA) will be successful, challenging African countries to emulate Kenya’s resolve to ensure all its citizens enjoy a public-funded health insurance.

Speaking on Wednesday when he presided over the closing ceremony of the World Health Summit Regional Meeting at the United Nations office in Nairobi, the DP said Kenya’s Taifa Care is not a quest to achieve a political ambition but fulfilment of a Constitutional requirement.

“Kenya reaffirms its commitment to Universal Health Coverage through the Social Health Authority (SHA). Taifa Care is not a political Programme, it is a constitutional right to ensure that no Kenyan is denied healthcare because of inability to pay,” DP noted.

While acknowledging its teething challenges as implementation is only in its second year following its official launch in October 2024, Prof. Kindiki stated that the government is working with various partners to perfect it as more Kenyans subscribe to it.

“We are fine-tuning our UHC programme and working with partners to ensure its perfection,” he said.

Key areas that are being fine-tuned include ensuring availability of essential medical commodities to all health facilities, crucially those in the most remote areas, recruitment of more health personnel and acquisition of adequate health infrastructure. Also revamping SHA actuarial science to the coverage sustainability.

The Deputy President called on African countries to be bold and adopt transformative health programmes to ascertain the health of their people and the continent’s progress.

“Let us implement bold reforms in how health is financed, governed, and delivered, anchored in the pursuit of Universal Health Coverage and Africa’s broader development goals,” he underscored.

Prof. Kindiki emphasized the need for political goodwill, courage and determination to nurture a healthy continent, relying on its creativity and resolve to protect the health of its people.

“The message from Nairobi 2026 is simple, direct, and non-negotiable: Africa’s health future will not be given to us, it will be built by us. It will require political courage, institutional discipline, sustained investment, and an unshakeable conviction that African lives matter equally on the global stage,” DP said.

Kindiki Calls on Investors to take Advantage of Infrastructure Fund for Better Returns

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on local and global investors to invest billions of their money in the newly formed Infrastructure Fund, assuring them of Kenya’s long-term economic and political stability.

The DP said the country’s ambition to modernize its infrastructure is on course and has been boosted by the establishment of the Fund that targets crowd-funding over 5 trillion shillings towards faster realization of the infrastructure upgrade.

“We have an ambitious infrastructure programme covering the next 20 years. We want to make sure we modernize our airports, roads, seaports, railways.

This ambitious infrastructure upgrade programme cannot be achieved by increasing taxes or piling debt. We are mobilizing public and private resources to be invested in this programme,” DP stated.

Prof. Kindiki spoke on Wednesday when he opened the 22nd Annual African Private, Private Equity and Venture Capital Conference in Nairobi.
The DP challenged the investors to take a keener interest in the Infrastructure Fund which will not only gives them a bigger stake and better returns but also enable them to play a crucial role in elevating Kenya’s roads, railways, airports and seaports among others.

“We are inviting the private sector to invest in the National Infrastructure Fund which we have started harnessing seed capital. For every one dollar, we target to crowd in 10 dollars of private investment to help us upgrade the infrastructure,” DP said.

The DP said Kenya looks to engage the private sector in the construction of 28, 000 kilometres of new roads, generation of 10,000mw of electricity, the extension of the Standard Gauge Railway to the Uganda border and the modernizing of the two seaports in Mombasa and Lamu.

The DP assured them that the economy is strong with all the macro-economic indicators pointing to stability for many years ahead. He cited low inflation and interest rates, high cash reserve ratio the last four years which have ensured stronger macro-economic footing.

“As the government, we are making sure all these fundamentals remain stable to encourage investors to their money in Kenya,” he indicated.

The DP noted successful public-private collaboration in key national projects such as the Nairobi Expressway and the Rironi–Mau Summit Road saying the potential in the partnership is huge and should be further enhanced.

“The Public Private Partnership (PPP) pipeline remains strong, with over 40 active projects under management, including 10 already in active implementation across key sectors such as transport, energy, and urban development. We continue to strengthen our legal and institutional framework governing infrastructure financing and PPP structuring,” he said.

Prof. Kindiki also said the government is finalizing the establishment of the Sovereign Fund which will safeguard investment and cushion the local economy from internal and external shocks.