Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has been stripped of his role overseeing intergovernmental coordination following a directive from President William Ruto. The decision, communicated through Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, transfers the responsibility for the devolution docket to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.
This move effectively makes Mudavadi the primary liaison between Kenya's devolved units and the national government, a significant shift in the management of intergovernmental relations under the current administration.
Implications of the Reshuffle
- Kindiki's role reduced: He no longer handles the critical intergovernmental coordination portfolio.
- Mudavadi's enhanced mandate: Now charged with linking devolved governments to the national government.
- Presidential directive: The change was enacted through a formal order by President Ruto via his Chief of Staff.
The move is viewed as part of President Ruto's ongoing cabinet reorganization efforts ahead of the 2027 elections, reflecting shifting political alliances and priorities within the government.
