This crucial vetting process will determine the suitability of the 20 individuals chosen for key government positions. The sessions are expected to offer a detailed look into each nominee’s qualifications and readiness for their roles.
The vetting process will kick off with Kithure Kindiki, the nominee for Interior Cabinet Secretary. Kindiki, who previously held this position, will be the first to face the committee.
His performance and decisions regarding security issues, including banditry and terrorism, will be under close scrutiny. Kindiki’s appearance on Thursday will set the stage for a series of evaluations over the next few days.
Following Kindiki, the committee will hear from several other nominees. At 10 am, Debra Mlongo Barasa will present her case for the Health docket.
Barasa's experience and vision for improving Kenya’s healthcare system will be central to her assessment.
Later, Alice Wahome, the nominee for Lands and Urban Housing, will be questioned at noon. Wahome will need to demonstrate her plans for managing land issues and urban development effectively.
The day’s schedule continues with Julius Migos Ogamba, who is nominated for Education, appearing at 3 pm. Ogamba’s strategies for enhancing the educational sector will be under review.
At 5 pm, Roselinda Soipan Tuya, the nominee for Defense, will take her turn. Tuya’s suitability for this crucial position will be evaluated, especially given the surprise nature of her appointment.
On Friday, August 2, the vetting will resume with Andrew Mwihia Karanja, the new Agriculture nominee, starting the day’s proceedings at 8 am. Karanja’s plans to address challenges in the agricultural sector will be closely examined.
Aden Duale, who is nominated for Environment, will follow at 10 am. Duale, a former Defense Cabinet Secretary, will need to explain how his previous experience prepares him for this new role.
The committee will then hear from Eric Muriithi Muuga, nominated for Water and Irrigation, at noon. His ability to handle water resources and irrigation issues will be scrutinized.
At 3 pm, Davis Chirchir, who is set to take on the Roads and Transport docket, will present his case. Chirchir’s track record in managing transport issues will be evaluated, given his previous role in the Energy sector.
The day will end with Margaret Nyambura Ndung’u, the nominee for Information, Communication, and Digital Economy, at 5 pm.
Saturday, August 3, will see a new set of nominees. Nominated MP John Mbadi, who has opposed Ruto’s administration, will be vetted as the nominee for a yet-to-be-specified position.
The Treasury nominee will be assessed at 8 am, followed by Salim Mvurya Mgala, who is nominated for Investments, Trade, and Industry, at 10 am. Mvurya’s ability to handle trade and investment issues will be a focal point.
Rebecca Miano, who is nominated for Tourism and Wildlife, will appear at noon. Her previous performance in Trade and Investment will be examined as she shifts to this new role. At 3 pm, Opiyo Wandayi, nominated for Energy and Petroleum, will need to justify his suitability for this position.
Finally, Kipchumba Murkomen, who is nominated for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, will face the committee at 5 pm. Murkomen’s wealth and past performance in transport will be key topics during his vetting.
The vetting process will conclude on Sunday, August 4, with Hassan Ali Joho, nominated for Mining and Blue Economy, starting the day’s proceedings at 8 am.
Joho’s plans for managing Kenya’s mining sector and blue economy will be reviewed. Alfred Mutua, nominated for Labour and Social Protection, will appear at 10 am, followed by Wycliffe Oparanya, the nominee for Cooperatives, at noon. Oparanya’s past allegations of corruption during his time as Kakamega Governor will be a significant issue.
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