DP Kindiki warns Kenyans against political incitement

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged Kenyans to resist politicians who seek to sow division and incite communities for personal political gain, warning that such actions threaten national unity and progress.

Speaking on the importance of cohesion, the DP emphasized that Kenya's diverse communities have lived together peacefully for generations and must continue to do so for the country to thrive.

"There is only one Kenya," he stated. "Our development as a nation depends on peaceful coexistence. That’s the vision we are committed to, and we will not allow individuals to spread tribalism or stir up unrest for political mileage."

He made the remarks on Saturday while attending an empowerment forum in Kibirichia, Buuri Constituency, Meru County.

The Deputy President cautioned against attempts to pit communities against each other, noting that most ethnic groups are widely distributed across the country.

He stressed the importance of fostering peace and ensuring balanced development in all regions.

"We cannot allow anyone to set one community against another, our populations are interconnected across Kenya. What we need is unity and inclusive growth," he said.

DP Kindiki, who is championing the empowerment of youth, women, and small-scale trader groups through saccos nationwide, defended the initiative as a critical pillar of the government's development strategy.

"Economic empowerment is key to transforming lives at the grassroots. We are committed to this cause because even Sh10,000, Sh20,000, or Sh50,000 can make a significant difference in someone’s livelihood," he emphasized.

To date, thousands of groups and saccos have already benefited, with the program gaining momentum across the country.

Deputy President Kindiki highlighted the vital role played by informal and small-scale traders, including mama mboga, boda boda operators, salon and barbershop owners, carpenters, electricians, and other artisans in sustaining local economies and driving job creation.

He underscored the importance of supporting these groups.

"Our men, women, and youth don’t need handouts, they need real empowerment, and they need it now, not just during campaign seasons," he stressed.

The empowerment drive is designed to complement broader government initiatives such as the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) and the Kenya Jobs Economic Transformation program, both of which focus on uplifting youth and women economically.

"We’re not stopping at grassroots empowerment," he added.

"It’s part of a bigger strategy, alongside key policies that have already helped stabilize the economy and boost incomes in sectors like coffee, tea, dairy, miraa, and others."

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki also outlined several major government-funded development projects currently underway in Meru County.

He noted that construction of 17 new markets is ongoing, with six additional projects set to begin shortly.

In addition, the government has allocated Ksh.1.9 billion to expand last-mile electricity connectivity, aiming to connect at least 20,000 new households in the county.

"We’re reviving stalled road projects and accelerating electricity distribution efforts that are creating jobs and uplifting communities. All these initiatives are geared toward improving the lives of Meru residents," he said.

The Deputy President was speaking during his visit to Buuri Constituency, Meru County.