Directorate of Public Communications

06/08/2026

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24/06/2026

National Transformation Leadership Cohort Pays a Courtesy Call to H.E. Jessica Gakinya

Participants from KSG on National Transformation Leadership Cohort today paid a courtesy call on H.E. Jessica Gakinya, Kenya’s Ambassador to Morocco in Rabat. The team is on an exchange program and study tour with ENSA, Morocco’s National School of Administration. It is therefore a bridge between classroom theory and diplomatic reality.
The Ambassador underscored the need for cohort participants to leverage the learning outcomes and experiences through system's thinking.
"Turn the learning outcomes into building institutional capacities to genuinely and honestly serve the millions of Kenyans at home," she emphasized.

The Ambassador noted that the partnership deepens the cooperation between the two learning institutions and citizens from the two countries with respect to research, alumni networks, and academic matters generally.

"The exposure you will experience should be seen to be transformational. This courtesy call therefore anchors your learning in contemporary diplomacy. Nation's will develop when they invest in comparative knowledge and human capital, the essence of real national transformation," she said.

While thanking the Ambassador, Ms. Elizabeth Owino, Head of Training & Business Development from KSG and Head of delegation,on behalf of the paricipants promised to take the Ambassador's advice seriously and apply it when they come back home. Among the participants were:
1. Patricia Ondeng’, Secretary of Public Communications;
2. Mathew Babwoya, County Executive Committee Member responsible for Environment & Climate Change, County Government of Tana River;
3. Oscar Otieno - Deputy Data Commissioner, Office of the Data Protection Commissioner
4. Prof. Ruth Jepkemboi Choge, Deputy Principal, Koitaleel Samoei University College.
5. Owino Harrison, CBS. Director ICT & Library Services, Parliamentary Service Commission.
6. ⁠Nakaale Lotieng Marian - County Chief Officer for administration and Disaster Management County Government of Turkana.

22/06/2026

On 19th June 2026, The Secretary for Public Communication Patricia Ondeng' represented the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy (MICDE) alongside Secretary for Postal Services Mr. Alphonce Kanunga at the HIV & STIs Media Awards 2026 held at Pullman's Hotel, Upperhill, Nairobi, Kenya.

The awards, organized by AHF Kenya, brought together journalists, media practitioners, and development partners to celebrate the critical role of media and digital advocacy in shaping conversations around HIV and STIs.

Speaking during the event, Ms. Ondeng applauded journalists for their dedication to impactful reporting, noting that quality journalism remains a powerful force for awareness, education, accountability, and hope in the fight against HIV.

She emphasized that accurate and ethical reporting helps combat stigma, promotes informed decision-making, and encourages communities to access HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and care services.

The awards highlighted the power of journalism as a force for awareness, accountability, education, and hope, while recognizing media professionals whose work continues to drive meaningful conversations and positive social change.

The Ministry remains committed to supporting strategic communication initiatives that advance public awareness and national development.

25/05/2026

WAJIR READY FOR MADARAKA DAY 2026

Preparations for the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir County entered a critical phase today as security personnel, uniformed services, school contingents and ceremonial teams intensified full-scale parade rehearsals at the newly upgraded Wajir Stadium.

The rehearsals, conducted under tight coordination by the National Celebrations Steering Committee, focused on precision marching, military drills, presidential es**rt procedures and ceremonial displays ahead of the June 1 national celebrations.

Government officials have confirmed that preparations for the historic event are now at an advanced stage, with major infrastructure works, including the 10,000-seater stadium, key roads and airport upgrades nearing completion.

This year’s Madaraka Day celebrations, themed around education, skills and the future, mark a historic milestone as Wajir becomes the first county in Northern Kenya to host the national celebrations since independence.

Residents have continued to express excitement as the county witnesses major transformation and heightened national attention ahead of the celebrations.

12/03/2026

Let's understand NYOTA( National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement)