Nineteen nominees for various ministerial positions will be sworn into office today, August 8.
The ceremony is scheduled to take place in the morning at the Palace.
On Wednesday, the National Assembly approved most of the nominations, except for Stella Langat, who was proposed for the Ministry of Gender.
The committee found that Langat lacked sufficient understanding of the ministry’s thematic, administrative, and technical issues.
Consequently, they deemed her unfit for the position, and the President will need to submit a new nominee for Parliament’s consideration.
Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah clarified that Langat’s rejection was specific to the Ministry of Gender and not a reflection on her overall capabilities.
He noted that the President could appoint her to a different role or select another qualified individual from the region.
MP Junet Mohammed supported Ichung’wah’s view, emphasizing that the committee’s decision was not personal but rather based on suitability for the specific role.
Despite the setback with Langat, the other nominees were approved and are set to be sworn in.
They demonstrated a strong grasp of the issues relevant to their respective positions and met the necessary qualifications.
The nominees include Aden Duale (Environment), Kithure Kindiki (Internal Security), Alice Wahome (Land), Alfred Mutua (Labor), Salim Mvurya (Business),
Justin Muturi (Public Service), Soipan Tuya (Security), and Kithure Kindiki (Internal Security). Others are Davis Chirchir (Roads and Transport),
Rebecca Miano (Wildlife and Tourism), Debra Barasa (Health), Migosi Ogamba (Education), Andrew Mwihia (Agriculture), and Eric Muuga (Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation).
Margaret Nyambura (IT), John Mbadi (National Treasury), Opiyo Wandayi (Energy), Hassan Joho (Mining), and Wycliffe Oparanya (Cooperation) are also among the appointees.
This swearing-in takes place amid concerns of potential youth protests. Recent demonstrations have called for improved and accountable leadership.
Although the protests had recently decreased, there are warnings of a significant demonstration scheduled for today.
