President William Ruto has decided to reshuffle the cabinet after the KEMSA scandal. The president stated that these re-appointments aim to ensure that relevant state departments are better equipped to implement various state programs effectively.

As part of these changes, Esther Ngero, who previously served in the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary in performance and management, has been transferred to the State Department of Correctional Services, which falls under the Ministry of Interior.


Recently, there have been significant changes in the Kenyan government's administrative structure. Seven Principal Secretaries, who previously held positions in the Ministries of Health, Sports, Environment, Agriculture, Water, and Interior, have been reassigned to different roles. This decision follows the dismissal of Dr. Josephine Mburu due to her involvement in a Malaria program scandal within the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA).

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To fill the vacancy left by Esther Ngero, President Ruto has recommended the appointment of Faith Njeri Harrison. These changes signify the government's commitment to addressing the challenges faced by different ministries and departments while ensuring that qualified individuals are in suitable positions to facilitate the successful implementation of state programs.

In light of recent developments, several Principal Secretaries have been reassigned to different ministries in the Kenyan government. Peter Tum, who previously served as the PS for Medical Services in the Ministry of Health, has been relocated to the Ministry of Sports, as confirmed by himself.

Jonathan Mueke, who was replaced by Peter Tum, will now assume the position of PS Livestock in the Ministry of Agriculture. Another reassignment involves PS Ephantus Kimani, who has been transferred to the Ministry of Environment under the State Department for Forestry. In Kimani's place, Gitonga Mugambi has been appointed as the Irrigation PS at the Ministry of Water.

Furthermore, PS Livestock Harry Kimutai has been moved to the State Department for Medical Services, while Mary Muthoni, the PS in Correctional Services, will take over the role of PS, Public Health, and Professional Standards. Muthoni's appointment follows the departure of former PS Josephine Mburu.

These changes reflect the government's efforts to strategically position individuals with relevant expertise and skills in various ministries, ensuring effective implementation of policies and programs across different sectors.