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While inspecting the stalled Maragwa-Ichagaki-Gamburi road in Kirinyaga, Kindiki made it clear that he approaches politics with careful calculation and will not be swayed by sudden claims.
Of the total expenditure, Sh3.46 trillion is allocated to recurrent spending, while Sh749.5 billion is earmarked for development projects. Transfers to county governments amount to Sh495.7 billion, alongside Sh2 billion set aside for the Contingency Fund.
Four counties- Mandera, Wajir, Kwale and Kilifi- have been categorised as being in the worst-hit crisis phase, while 10 counties are now classified as facing a full-blown crisis.
The Deputy President said the planned expansion will allow more young people to benefit from the key areas of the programme, which include business support, on-the-job experience and recognition of prior learning.
Figures released by Kindiki show the growing interest in elective positions within the party. He noted that 149 aspirants are seeking 47 gubernatorial seats, 279 are eyeing the 47 elected senator positions, 323 are contesting for 47 woman representative posts, 1,372 are vying for the 290 National Assembly constituencies, and 10,230 hopefuls are competing for the 1,450 ward representative seats.
The Deputy President said the Sh6 billion allocation forms part of a broader financing framework designed to ensure a sustained response as the drought persists.
Kindiki spoke on Wednesday while co-chairing the 14th Development Partners Forum at the Official Residence in Karen, Nairobi, where he told development partners that the State is also committing Sh2 billion every month to support food assistance and livestock protection efforts.
Kindiki said the plan is centered on agriculture and water, infrastructure, and energy, and powered by people, technology and strong public-private partnerships. He noted that the government wants faster and more focused action to unlock growth across all sectors.
The Deputy President urged political leaders to redirect their energies toward supporting youth empowerment initiatives.
President Ruto said those criticising the programme had failed to offer better alternatives or empower young people during their time in leadership, urging them not to despise modest beginnings.
Speaking during a church service at ACK St Paul’s Church in Kariki, Othaya, Nyeri County, Kagwe cautioned that the region risks weakening its political influence by repeatedly turning against its own leaders rather than nurturing and retaining them.
From campaign stages to digital screens, the Deputy President’s lines captured attention, entertained the public, and dominated online conversations.