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The Deputy President said data is an integral part of the socio-economic transformation agenda which makes the core of the government’s development objectives.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Kindiki called on leaders and citizens to show humility and unity during the National Prayer Breakfast in Nairobi, saying prayer must be paired with action and moral responsibility.
Kindiki praised public service vehicle operators for calling off a planned strike to allow dialogue, describing the move as a demonstration of patriotism and willingness to engage constructively.
According to Kindiki, Value Added Tax on petroleum products has been reduced from 16% as part of efforts to ease the burden on households and businesses facing rising living costs.
TIFA said the findings suggest that “Kindiki is viewed as the most politically acceptable deputy option,” adding that voters appeared to favour “continuity and stability within Ruto’s political camp heading into 2027.”
The Deputy President noted that the stabilisation of security has enabled the government to roll out a wide range of development projects that were previously disrupted by insecurity.
Speaking during a development tour of Kirinyaga County, Kindiki emphasized the need for respect across the political divide, saying leaders should not be subjected to personal attacks regardless of their affiliations.
The Deputy President emphasised that the new Gikomba market, set to accommodate the 6,300 registered traders, will be completed in just a few months.
Speaking during an inspection of ongoing development projects in Chuka Igambang’ombe Constituency, Kindiki said critics who previously held high government positions have no right to lecture him.
Speaking on Friday at the Africa Green Industrialization Initiative (AGII) Forum in Nairobi, he highlighted the need for technology to address pressing challenges while boosting industrial growth.
The Deputy President accused some opposition leaders of exploiting unemployed youth by offering small payments to disrupt political events and attack rivals, both physically and online.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said President William Ruto had acted swiftly on the farmers’ requests, ordering an immediate reduction of maize seed prices to encourage higher production nationwide.