Tag Archives: Rigathi Gachagua

CS Kuria denies Rumors of a Rift Between President Ruto and DP Gachagua

Moses Kuria, the Public Service Cabinet Secretary, has rejected suggestions of tension between President William Ruto and his deputy, Rigathi Gachaagua. During an appearance on Citizen TV’s ‘The Explainer’ show on Tuesday evening, Kuria dismissed speculation about a potential fallout between the country’s top two leaders, insisting that they maintain …

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DP Gachagua Pushes for ‘One Man, One Vote, One Shilling’

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua now says he will push for the adoption of the one-man-one-shilling formula to ensure equity and fairness in allocation of funds to counties. The Deputy President said the formula is critical for development in Mt Kenya region, adding he was a leading proponent of the formula. …

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[PHOTOS] DP Gachagua Attends Commemoration for Victims of Mai Mahiu Flooding

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was present at a service held to honor the victims of the Mai Mahiu floods. The ceremony took place at Mor Gas Grounds in Mai Mahiu, Nakuru. ALSO READ: Court Rejects Wa Iria’s Bid to Halt Ksh.562M Graft Case Accompanying Gachagua at the memorial service was Nakuru …

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Gachagua Responds to Uhuru’s Criticism with a Gentle Rebuttal

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has offered a nuanced reply to Former President Uhuru Kenyatta following his critique of President William Ruto’s governance approach. Speaking during a joint National Executive Retreat and Parliamentary group consultative meeting in Naivasha on Monday, the DP encouraged Ruto to ensure inclusivity in his policies by …

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Gachagua and MP Ndindi Nyoro to Share Platform at Murang’a Fundraiser

Gachagua, alongside MP Ndindi Nyoro, is anticipated to jointly address attendees at a fundraiser in Murang’a, marking their first public appearance together since the 2027 succession politics stirred tensions among leaders in the Mt Kenya region. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will serve as the Chief Guest at a fundraising event …

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Kenya Vows to Eradicate FGM by 2030, Says DP Gachagua

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged National Administration Officers (NGAOs) to collaborate with counties and communities to eradicate harmful practices like child ‘marriages’. Addressing the occasion of the International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation, Gachagua emphasized that such traditions hinder girls’ access to education, a critical factor …

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Deputy President Calls for Clearing of Outstanding Bills

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called upon the Council of Governors (CoG) and state agencies to expedite the clearance of outstanding bills for the fiscal year 2022/23. Gachagua convened a meeting at his Karen residence on Monday, hosting the CoG, state agencies, and senior government officials for the 22nd Ordinary …

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Kindiki: Refrain from Associating Me with 2027 Political Succession

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki strongly denies any connection to the 2027 succession politics, labeling discussions about future elections as inappropriate. He deems political talks a year after a General Election as tactless, anti-people, and primitive, asserting that such discourse tarnishes the maturity of Kenya’s democracy. This response comes in …

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Gachagua: Government To Support Athletes’ Full Potential Through Talanta Hela

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced the government’s commitment to assist Kenyan athletes in realizing their maximum potential through the Talanta Hela Initiative. During an event on Sunday at the Tinderet Barng’etuny Mountain Run National Championship in Tinderet Constituency, Nandi County, Gachagua stated that the unique competition held in challenging …

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DP Gachagua:Police To Receive 40% Salary Increase From July

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced that police officers will begin receiving a 40% salary increase from July, as recommended by the Taskforce led by former Chief Justice David Maraga. The salary review, outlined in the report, is slated to be implemented over the next three years. The increase will …

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