21/04/2026
CS Ruku reaffirms government commitment to support vulnerable communities
The Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Kiringa RUKU, has emphasized the government’s commitment to strengthening food security and accelerating development through partnerships and inclusive service delivery.
Speaking during a visit to Mbooni Constituency in Makueni County and Katangi in Machakos County, the CS said sustainable progress in regions such as Ukambani depends on collaboration between leaders, institutions and communities rather than divisive politics.
Ruku noted that the government is prioritizing investments in infrastructure and social programmes to improve livelihoods, adding that meaningful development is best achieved when stakeholders work together to address the needs of citizens.
He cautioned against approaches that focus on political contestation at the expense of service delivery, saying such efforts risk slowing down progress in key sectors such as food security, water access and rural development.
The CS reaffirmed that the administration remains committed to equitable development across the country, regardless of political affiliation, and assured residents that government programmes are designed to be citizen-centered, efficient and responsive to local needs.
“This government is focused on delivering services to all Kenyans without discrimination. Development is most effective when leaders and communities embrace cooperation and shared responsibility,” he said.
During the visit, Ruku oversaw the distribution of relief supplies, underscoring ongoing interventions to support vulnerable households. He reiterated that government-led assistance programmes are a critical component of social protection, noting that even developed nations maintain similar systems to safeguard their populations.
He called on leaders and communities to support initiatives aimed at enhancing food security and resilience, stressing that long-term solutions lie in coordinated efforts, strong partnerships and sustained investment in infrastructure and social services.
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