President Ruto Dissolves Cabinet in Response to Public Outcry: A New Dawn for Kenyan Governance

President Ruto Dissolves Cabinet in Response to Public Outcry: A New Dawn for Kenyan Governance

By Orenge Wycliff

President Ruto Dissolves Cabinet in Response to Public Outcry: A New Dawn for Kenyan Governance Photo| Curtesy

In a bold and decisive move, President William Ruto has dissolved the Kenyan Cabinet, a decision hailed by many as a crucial step towards more effective governance. Renowned Kisii lawyer George Morara commended the President for taking this difficult but necessary action, attributing the failures of several ministries to the misalignment of the cabinet secretaries’ expertise.

Addressing the media this evening, Morara highlighted the misplacement of key figures in the Cabinet, which he believes led to inefficiencies and underperformance. “The now-dumped cabinet secretaries were misplaced outside their areas of expertise, which might have led to various failures in their appointed areas,” he stated.

Wakili George Morara of Kisii Law Courts while addressing the Media after president Ruto Dissolved his Cabinet

PHOTO|  Orenge Wycliff

Morara cited specific examples to underscore his point. The Ministry of Defence, for instance, was headed by Hon. Aden Duale, who, despite his political acumen, lacked any military background. Similarly, Hon. Ezekiel Machogu, who had served the nation in administrative roles such as a District Commissioner, was in charge of the Ministry of Education—a sector where he had no prior experience or specialized knowledge.

“Machogu should have been given a role in the administration department where he could have worked better than in the Education department,” Morara suggested. He advised President Ruto to consider appointing cabinet secretaries who possess relevant expertise in their respective ministries, as this is essential for addressing the current issues plaguing Kenya’s administration.

This significant measure follows weeks of intense Gen Z protests, which saw young Kenyans storm the Parliament, demanding substantial changes. The dissolution of the Cabinet is seen as a direct response to the grievances raised by the youth, who have been vocal about the need for accountability and proper governance.

President Ruto Makes way to address the Nation at Statehouse PHOTO|  Curtesy

The Gen Z movement has achieved notable victories in recent weeks, including the withdrawal of the Finance Bill and the President’s assent to the IEBC Bill. The dissolution of the Cabinet marks another milestone in their fight against systemic inefficiencies and corruption.

The youth of Kenya, undeterred and united, continue to demand more changes to ensure transparency and accountability in the utilization of public funds. As they press on with their struggle, the dissolution of the Cabinet stands as a testament to their influence and the President’s willingness to listen and act.

This transformative period in Kenya’s political landscape promises a new era of governance, where expertise and accountability are prioritized. The hope is that with these changes, Kenya will move towards a more efficient and responsive government that truly serves the interests of its people.

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