DP Kindiki urges Kenyans to be patient with gov’t, says country on the right path

Speaking at a church service in Lodwar, Turkana County, the DP acknowledged citizens' economic struggles while emphasising the government's efforts to stabilise key sectors and improve livelihoods.

He was accompanied by Cabinet Secretary Beatrice Askul Moe (East African Community and Regional Development), Turkana Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai, Deputy Governor John Erus, several MPs, and local leaders.

“When President Ruto took office, the shilling was at its weakest, trading at Ksh.170 to the dollar. Today, it stands at Ksh.129,” Kindiki said, emphasizing the administration’s progress in stabilizing the currency.

“The high cost of fuel, which had been driving up transportation and production costs, has significantly reduced, and further reductions were announced just yesterday,” he noted.

“Let us not lose hope. The same God who has guided us in stabilizing economic indicators will see us through the remaining journey,” Kindiki said.

“Inflation, food prices, and fuel costs have stabilized. Now we are focused on implementing projects and policies to put more money in citizens’ pockets,” he added.

“We’ve created thousands of local and international opportunities for youth, ensuring equitable access for all regions,” he said.

“The security situation in Turkana and neighboring counties has significantly improved. Our multi-agency security teams have dismantled criminal networks of livestock rustling and banditry, paving the way for economic transformation,” he stated.

Kindiki praised political, religious, and community leaders for their efforts in fostering peace, calling for sustained collaboration to maintain stability.

“Security and stability in the North Rift and other regions remain a top priority. We’ve implemented multistakeholder peace-building programs to prevent bandits and other criminals from regrouping,” he said.