CS Kithure Kindiki Stories

D-Day for Kindiki as he readies to take over as Deputy President
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2024

His political career took off when he defended President William Ruto during the high-profile ICC case.

Ruto appoints Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi acting Interior Cabinet Secretary
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 31, 2024

At the same time, Mudavadi has declared Friday, November 1 a public holiday for the swearing-in of Kindiki.

Court of Appeal deals blow to Gachagua in plea to bar Kindiki swearing in
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 31, 2024

The High Court bench comprising Justices Eric Ogola, Antony Mrima, and Freda Mugambi is now at liberty to proceed with making its ruling this afternoo...

UDA announces plan to replace Rigathi Gachagua as deputy party leader
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 29, 2024

Hassan said the UDA's National Executive Committee (NEC) is waiting on the court's decision before proceeding with the appointment of Kithure Kindiki...

Rigathi Gachagua ousted as DP, but accountability for corruption remains elusive
Reuters  |  Oct 19, 2024

Earlier this month, the government asked the International Monetary Fund to conduct an official assessment of corruption and governance issues.

Hillside Academy set to reopen doors for pupils after fire claimed 21 lives
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 17, 2024

The school's director, David Kinyua, confirmed that the school had received permission to begin repair works of the burnt dormitory.

Kindiki urges parents to help locate missing pupils after tragic Nyeri school fire
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 06, 2024

The CS noted that forensic experts are at the scene gathering evidence to determine what led to the blaze.

CS Kindiki: No reason for me to resign
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 05, 2024

Kindiki's remarks come at a time when the youth and Senate have put pressure on the President to dissolve his cabinet and remove corrupt officials fro...

Kindiki condemns protest-related deaths, calls for accountability
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 05, 2024

The CS stated that the families of those who died will receive justice via accountability.

Interior CS Kindiki warns of stern action against organisers of violent protests
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 02, 2024

CS Kindiki disclosed that the government was aware of the plans to cause more mayhem on Thursday and Sunday.

Over 2 million muslims begin annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 14, 2024

A total of 3,300 Kenyan Muslims are participating in this year's Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca and are looking forward to enjoying the accommodation arrang...

Drought: Pastoralists to benefit from Sh1 billion restocking plan
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jun 11, 2024

At the same time, PS Kello revealed that an extra Sh800 million had been set aside to support programmes aimed at mitigating the effects of climate ch...

CS Kindiki warns against national leaders engaging in ethnic politics
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 10, 2024

The CS said those who are openly advocating for ethnic interests are betraying public trust and violating the Constitution.

Kilifi North MP promises to address plight of police officers after viral plea
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 29, 2024

In a video that has gone viral, Inspector Malingi, stationed at the Ole Ruk camp in Baringo County, details the harsh realities police officers in the...

Death toll hits 267 as 20 counties brace for more rain
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 10, 2024

Presently, 75 people remain missing, and the displacement of 56,367 households has affected roughly 281,835 individuals.

List of 138 camps to host 62,061 people evacuated from flood-prone areas
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 04, 2024

The list of the camps has been publicly displayed at the offices of the Assistant Chiefs, Chiefs, Assistant County Commissioners, Deputy County Commis...

Passport Backlog: Relief for Kenyans as 674,000 documents processed in a month
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2024

He assured Kenyans that out of the remaining 50,000, only 10,000 are pending, with 40,000 ready for collection.

Why officer marches in opposite direction after mounting quarter guard
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 31, 2024

This has been seen during Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kithure Kindiki's frequent visits to various parts of the country for security assessments. 

Turkana set to receive more police reservists to boost security
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 28, 2024

The CS said sustainable peace and security in conflict-prone regions of the country require the input and participation of all agencies and stakeholde...

Turkana, Samburu communities denounce cattle rustling, vow to help State in banditry fight
Waweru Wairimu  |  Mar 23, 2024

Competition over water and pastures, proliferation of illegal firearms, land disputes and political intrigues are among the triggers of violence betwe...

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