Hard truths. Bold Insights. Real talk.
Speaking on Monday during the launch, Ruto said the findings of the taskforce laid bare the scale, complexity and evolving nature of GBV in Kenya, noting that women and girls continue to bear a disproportionate burden of violence.
Key discussions focused on supporting Kenya’s coffee and leather industries, sectors that play a major role in generating employment and sustaining the economy. The leaders also explored strategies for enhancing technical training colleges to equip young people with practical skills for the job market.
![[PHOTOS] President Ruto meets housing programme interns at State House](https://radiogeneration.co.ke/cms/mugera_lock/uploads/2026/01/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-23-at-10.47.35.jpeg)
Ruto said he was pleased to see a growing number of skilled professionals taking part in the programme, noting that their expertise is critical to its success.
The decision was made during a UDA National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Nairobi on Wednesday and chaired by President Ruto in his capacity as the party leader.
In her November 2025 National Government Budget Implementation Review Report covering the 2025/26 financial year, Nyakang’o pointed to weak preparation and planning by the agencies in charge as the main reason for the delays.
Each visit offered a platform to deepen partnerships, promote development, and showcase Kenya’s growing influence on the global stage.
KURA stated that the State House Road project is part of a larger programme to rehabilitate 93 roads across the country, with a total budget of Sh15.6 billion. Other major roads included in the plan are Mfangano Ring Road, Mathare access roads, Casuarina Road in Kilifi, Kagio-Kanharu-Kathaka Road, and Nakuru town’s East Roads.
In a notice submitted to police, the families said the procession will begin at Jeevanjee Gardens at 9:00 a.m. before proceeding to State House
Over 106,000 Village Elders will be formally recognized with a monthly stipend of Sh3,000, while the National Government Administration Police Unit will be established with an initial 1,860 officers.
According to the National Treasury, State House spent Sh4.32 billion between July and September, far exceeding its quarterly allocation of Sh1.92 billion, pushing its recurrent spending 125 percent above the set ceiling.
Several ministries under the President’s Office have been reorganized to streamline decision-making. Ridhiwani Jakaya Kikwete has been named Minister for Public Service Management and Good Governance, with Regina Ndege Qwaray serving as deputy. Kitila Mkumbo now leads the Office for Planning and Investment, supported by Pius Steven Chaya.
To ensure the suspect is properly represented, the court appointed lawyer Martin Nabende to act for Musyimi during the proceedings. The judge directed that once the report is submitted, both the prosecution and defence should be informed ahead of the next mention.