Kindiki Encourages Youth to Register as Voters and Participate in Leadership Choices
e Deputy President also noted that casting one’s vote enables citizens to be capable of setting the course of their country and the leadership.
Prof. Kindiki commended Murang'a leaders for working with the national government, commenting that their cohesion has spurred development in the region. Photo/ Courtesy
By Juliet Jerotich
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki urged young people across the country to engage in the current exercise of voter registration by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). He urged that voter registration was the first and foremost step towards having their voices heard in the forthcoming general election.
Speaking to the Kangema Constituency Economic Empowerment Forum at General Kago Stadium in Murang’a County, Prof. Kindiki directed all citizens who are yet to register to take advantage. He reminded them that voting is a right and civic duty that can only be realized through registration. “This is a democracy where leaders are elected by the ballot.”. I urge all citizens of voting age, especially the youth, to register in order to exercise their right to determine their leaders,” he said.
The Deputy President also noted that casting one’s vote enables citizens to be capable of setting the course of their country and the leadership. He urged the public to motivate fellow members to register and be included in governance.
On development matters, Prof. Kindiki cautioned the contractors against the sluggishness in undertaking government projects. He vowed that the government would not tolerate carelessness or inefficiency that makes projects sluggish, especially for funded projects. “We have incurred billions on public projects, and we desire all of them completed according to the timeline. Contractors who fail to work to schedule will be dealt with,” he asserted.
He added that the government is determined to complete all Mau Mau roads in the Mt. Kenya region on schedule, including Kangema roads, since money required had already been wired. “We shall not allow anyone to hinder or divert public works. Every shilling expended must yield concrete progress,” Kindiki underscored.
The Deputy President confirmed that the government will ensure that current projects are brought to completion and others initiated as planned. He begged citizens to exercise patience as the government ensures that it delivers on its promises. “Let critics engage us constructively, not through misinformation or unnecessary negativity,” he said.
Prof. Kindiki also showed a series of government-funded projects being undertaken in Murang’a County. Among them are 23 new modern markets valued at Sh3 billion that are due to be completed shortly, Sh11 billion for affordable housing and Sh3.4 billion towards construction of new hostels for Murang’a University College, Murang’a Teachers College, KMTCs, and vocational training schools. Sh1.2 billion has also been directed towards expanding last-mile electricity connections, with Kangema alone receiving Sh270 million.
He indicated that Sh60 million of the funds have been spent on carpeting Kangema roads, another Sh30 million is underway and another Sh50 million has already been pledged. The government will also make General Kago Stadium an international-standard facility and equip Kangema Level 4 Hospital with new equipment and enough medical personnel.
Prof. Kindiki commended Murang’a leaders for working with the national government, commenting that their cohesion has spurred development in the region. He challenged leaders to utilize their time solving the issues of citizens instead of complaining endlessly, reminding them that leadership is about action and responsibility.
Finally, the Deputy President appealed to citizens to enroll in the Social Health Authority (SHA) cover under the medical care aspect since coverage in the county is yet low. He explained that the former Linda Mama program has now become Linda Jamii, an inclusive program covering entire families and not just expectant mothers.
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