Julius Kiprop
- President William Ruto hints at a significant cabinet reshuffle and changes in principal secretary positions.
- Vacant ministries, like Gender, Arts, and Culture, are expected to be filled, with new appointments to reflect inclusivity.
- Disloyal National Assembly committee leaders could be replaced ahead of the December recess.
- The shake-up aims to strengthen Ruto’s “broad-based” governance approach and unite the country.
President William Ruto is preparing a major reorganization of his government, signaling a strategic push toward inclusivity and national unity. Speaking during a church service in Soweto, Nairobi, Ruto emphasized his commitment to fostering a government that represents all Kenyans.
“We have said no to tribalism and coalitions. We’re steering a broad-based government and broadening it further,” Ruto announced, sparking widespread speculation about the impending changes.
Cabinet Reshuffle
With the Ministry of Gender, Arts, and Culture still vacant following Stella Soi Lang’at’s failed nomination in August, the reshuffle is expected to bring new faces into key roles. Insiders suggest some cabinet members who were allies of the former deputy president may be dropped as Ruto consolidates his authority.
Principal Secretary Roles
The Public Service Commission is set to advertise new principal secretary positions, giving Ruto an opportunity to realign his administration. This move is seen as part of the President’s efforts to ensure loyalty and efficiency in his team.
Parliamentary Changes
In the National Assembly, committee chairpersons and vice-chairpersons are reportedly under review. Members perceived as disloyal may be replaced with trusted allies before MPs head for the December recess.
Broadening the Government
This isn’t the first time Ruto has sought to expand his coalition. In July, he appointed allies of opposition leader Raila Odinga to his cabinet, giving them control of key ministries such as finance and energy. Analysts believe these moves aim to unite the country while bolstering Ruto’s political base, particularly in vote-rich regions like Mt. Kenya.
As Ruto finalizes his plans, Kenyans are watching closely. The reshuffle is expected to shape the administration’s focus as it seeks to implement its transformational agenda for the nation.
