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TKheshPr1es0i.d0e0ndt’saiDlyigoesntline edition WherWe ePdincetusdraeys, TAauglkusTt h2,o2u0s2a3nds Of Words WNheor.e44P7ictureWs ETDalNkETShDouAsYa,nAdUsGOUf SWTor2d, s20213 The Their Excellences Signature Since 2013 Headache from Azimio opposition to CSs, PSs and Chiefs arriving late to his State House engagement It was a Tuesday like no other in recent President William Ruto addressing the Nation at State House, Nairobi history when the Head of State William Ruto openly expressed disgust over the lateness of some Cabinet Secretaries and Principal Secretaries including Parasta- tal Chiefs who were supposed to be seated by 8.00 am for what the President described as the most important event, that of signing their performance contracts. As a result, notable CSs Kithure Kindiki, Interior, Moses Kuria, Trade & In- vestment as well as Kirinyaga Governor Ann Waiguru became collateral casualties. They are required to write an expla- nation to the President explaining the cause of their lateness. Earlier on, the Deputy President rep- rimanded the affected public officials for be- ing late for a presidential function, asking whom else would they have been meeting so as to be late for a meeting with their boss. The President told the Nation that some of his lieutenants might be clueless of what they are supposed to do and won- dered how they are supposed to advice him on matters of their departments. This morning foul mood that was oc- casioned by that lateness incident comes on the heels of a weekend full of headache to the President by the Azimio opposition who PAGE 2

2 The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words President William Ruto walking to the event of Contracting signing ceremony with Deputy Gachagua and Prime CS Mudavadi CSs and PSs angered the President by being late FROM PAGE 1 nounced as the items of Agen- seeds that are giving Kenyans a However, the signing of the Per- da. bumper harvest in the next two formance Contracts went on as are demanding that he holds dia- months. scheduled after the President ad- logue with them that is suspected The Opposition want to dressed several issues concern- to lead to a handshake that the list as top agenda the cost of The President was still ing governance by the Kenya President is opposed to. living in the country which the infuriated by the happenings of Kwanza government. President argues can’t be dis- the weekend when now his Min- The President held a cussed at such dialogue as the isters and PSs come late to his On Education meeting last Friday with Azimio government is already in the meeting; you’ve not seen a President William Ruto said the leader Raila Odinga and former process of addressing the cost President who was pissed off country’s education system will Nigerian President Olusegun of living in Kenya through a by that incident that also occa- undergo immediate changes. Obasanjo that Azimio demanded Plan that is already being im- sioned him to be in such a foul This follows Tuesday’s but which meeting brought acri- plemented, quoting the supply mood as President Ruto on launch of the report of the Presi- mony with Azimio denouncing of subsidized fertilizer and Tuesday morning. dential what the KK government an- PAGE 3

The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 3 Working Party on Education Re- President William Ruto handing over the signed Performance Contract to the Education CS Ezekiel form at State House in Nairobi. Machogu which he signed in his presence. Education PS Dr Belio Kipsang witnessed it. He said the new system Labour CS Florence Bore receiving her copy of the Performance Contract she signed from the will inculcate innovation and facil- President in the presence of her PS Peter Tum. itate learners to explore their tal- ents. “Education is central to our human capital development. That is why the Government is inten- tionally investing in quality educa- tion.” He explained that the gov- ernment will ensure the provision of quality, inclusive and relevant education. “We will routinely sharpen and make it better to help learn- ers fulfill their potential.” He asked stakeholders to direct their attention towards the implementation of the report’s recommendations. The Head of State added that there is a lot to be done in terms of policy, legislative, organ- isational, strategic and adminis- trative measures to actualise the recommendations. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua noted that the new system will ease burden on chil- dren and give them room to ex- ploit their skills. He said it was time Ken- ya’s education was made more competitive and rewarding. “Our human capital is one of the finest in the world. This is a resource we should continue to pride ourselves of,” he pointed out. The Working Party’s Chairman Raphael Munavu said the findings of the report was based on primary information gathered across the country. “It is a people-driven out- come. This means this is what they look forward to, to make the best of their children.” Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu argued that the Ministry of Education will continue formu- lating and implementing appropri- ate education policies. Protection of Public Resources The President also said he will protect public resources with zeal. He noted that it will not be business as usual to public serv- ants with affinity to abuse public resources. The Head of State regret- ted that it has become fashiona- ble for some people to work in public offices to steal. The President insisted that corruption must be tamed, espe- cially in the procurement space. “We will not wait until when mon- ey is lost. PAGE 4

4 The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words FROM PAGE 3 There you are, PCS: Prime Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Musalia Mudavadi gets his signed copy We will deal with it from the level form his boss the President as he appends his signature in the document, BELOW. when we notice its signs.” He maintained that there will be no money to steal but to deliver Government programmes. The Head of State asked public servants to be servants rather than masters of the peo- ple. He added that incompe- tence will not be tolerated. “We must work harder and better to deliver on our promises. We have an opportunity to change our country.” The President was speak- ing during the signing of the 2023/2024 Ministerial Perfor- mance Contracts at State House, Nairobi. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Prime Cabinet Secre- tary Musalia Mudavadi, Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretar- ies, Governors, UN Resident Co- ordinator Stephen Jackson, among others, were present. President Ruto explained that the Government had re- solved to enhance its perfor- mance by incorporating the actu- alisation of the Bottom-Up Eco- nomic Transformation Agenda into the performance contracting. “Our objective is to achieve the highest levels of efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of public services.” He said this will be done through accountable, responsible and transparent use of public re- sources. Mr Gachagua asked public servants to be service-driven. He said there is no time to waste. “Our friendship will only be based on performance. Let us work and do what we have to do for Ken- yans,” he argued. On his part, Mr Mudavadi said there is need to streamline performance management in the public sector. This, he noted, will help in planning, budgeting and perfor- mance. “Public sector reforms must be pursued to transform the public sector and create an envi- ronment that will boost perfor- mance,” he added. Meanwhile, Dr Jackson lauded the Government for giving prominence to performance con- tracts. “Kenyans deserve a 21st century service. Public service reforms remain our central focus in supporting Kenya,” he noted. Efficient service delivery, he added, should go beyond the national level to the grassroots.

The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 5 LEGEND: CLOCKWISE… Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi signing his Perfor- mance Contract as a pensive President Ruto witnesseth it. The President handing over the signed contract to PCS Mudavadi as his staff looks on.

6 The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words No. 447 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2023 UN impressed by Performance Contracting Their Excellences Signature Digest Mbele iko sawa, so would the DP The UN Resident Co-ordinator Dr Stephen Jackson yesterady inform his Boss President Willaim Ruto lauded the Government for giving prominence to performance contracts. “Kenyans deserve a 21st century service. Public service re- forms remain our central focus in supporting Kenya,” he noted. Efficient service delivery, he added, should go beyond the na- tional level to the grassroots. He was speaking at State House Nairobi yesterday when he at- tended the signing of Performance contract for public officials led by the Executive and the top officials of the Government.

The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 7 Cabinet Secretaries at the Contract Performance signing ceremony at State House yesterday. AG Muturi receives his signed copy.

8 The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words ABOVE: Defense Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale receiving his copy of the Performance Contract he signed from the President as the Chief of Kenya Defense Forces Gen. Francis Ogolla and PS Defense Patrick Mariru withesseth the signing. BELOW: Finance CS Prof Njuguna Ndung’u receiving his Contract from the President as Molo MP Francis Kuria and another official from the Ministry witnessed it.

The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 9 The President addressing the Public servants at State House as Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka responds. BELOW: Walking on...

10 The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words His Excellency the President mingling with leaders during the Contracts signing. Greting Hon Osoro and CS Alice Wahome ...

The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 11 President shaking hands with Gen Francis Ogolla, ABOVE and CS Dr Susan Nakhumicha as other CSs look on

12 The President’s Digest Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words Coops & SMEs CS Simon Cherugui and his counterpart Aden Duale, CS Defense. BELOW: Jackson, Lusaka and Kosittany President William Ruto shaking hands with ICT CS Eliud Owallo as other CSs looked on at State House yesterday.

TWhehPererseidPenict’tsuDrigeessTt alk ThousandsWOefdnWesodaryd, sAugust 2, 2023 NWo.h4e4re7 PicturWesETDaNlkESThDoAuYs,aAnUdsGOUfSWT o2r,d2s02133 The Their Excellences Signature Digest President William Samoei Ruto has said the country’s education system will undergo immediate changes. This follows yesterday’s launch of the report of the Presidential Working Party on Education Reform at State House in Nairobi. He said the new system will inculcate innovation and facilitate learners to explore their talents. “Education is central to our human capital development. That is why the Government is intentionally investing in quality education.” Design & Build* Kingship Building Solutions Ltd Are you planning to build your dream home, flat or even a commercial development? Let's help you actualize your dream... P.O Box 17638-00100 Nairobi. Lotus plaza 2nd floor. Call 0727586217/0786 695760.