- The DP also graced the Kenya Medical Training Graduation ceremony on Thursday.
- Gachagua started the week by attended a Sunday mass in Samburu County.
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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua had a dynamic week, engaging in discussions with political leaders and leading government efforts to provide relief to regions impacted by floods.
Additionally, the DP participated in various graduation ceremonies, including the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) national delegates conference.
Commencing the week, Gachagua attended a Sunday Mass and a fundraising event at St. Francis Xavier Parish in Baragoi Town, Samburu County.
During these events, he expressed the commitment of government agencies to collaborate with leaders in Samburu and across the nation to foster harmonious coexistence among communities.
"This will allow for lasting development in the region,'' the DP said.
The Mass was presided over by Maralal Diocese Bishop Hieronymus Emusugut Joya.
On Monday, the Deputy President visited Garsen, Tana River County, where the government intensified its humanitarian assistance efforts for thousands of families impacted by flooding.
Gachagua oversaw the distribution of food, non-food items, medicines, and monetary aid through the cash transfer safety net program.
"This will continue to cover the eight most affected counties as well as the other regions," he said.
"Resources have been deployed to support these immediate interventions as we work with partners on resilience structures," the DP added.
Gachagua was accompanied by Cabinet Secretaries Kipchumba Murkomen (Transport and Roads), and Peninah Malonza (East Africa, ASALs and Regional Development).
Earlier that day, Gachagua held a consultative meeting with leaders from Kisii County on development matters.
The leaders were led by South Mugirango MP Sylvanus Osoro-the Majority Whip at the National Assembly- and Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi, who is also the UDA National Treasurer.
" It is part of fulfilling our Plan that ensures every part of the country benefits from the Government's development programmes in equal measure,'' Gachagua said after the meeting.
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On Tuesday, the DP held a working lunch with legislators from Bomet County.
The leaders had an opportunity to go through the various development projects in the County and discussed the implementation matrix and how to unlock the identified challenges.
Present were Senator Hillary Sigei, MPs Brighton Yegon (Konoin), Francis Sigei (Sotik), Victor Koech (Chepalungu), Richard Yegon (Bomet East), Richard Kilel (Bomet Central), Linet Chepkorir Toto (County MP) and Nominated Senator Joyce Korir.
Earlier that day, Gachagua met leaders from Uasin Gishu County.
Present were Senator Jackson Mandago, MPs Oscar Sudi (Kapseret), Janet Sitienei (Turbo), David Kiplagat (Soy), Samuel Chepkonga (Ainabkoi), CPA Julius Rutto (Kesses) and Phylis Bartoo (Moiben).
On Wednesday, Gachagua opened the Consumers International Global Congress in Nairobi.
"Guided by the Competition Authority of Kenya and relevant agencies, we will keep updating our laws, policies and regulations while incorporating technology for a better consumer protection regime that also promotes the proliferation of local investments,'' he said.
On that same day, the Deputy President assumed the role of the chief guest at the 63rd Kenya National Union of Teachers National Delegates Conference held at Kasarani in Nairobi.
Addressing the gathering, Gachagua expressed deep appreciation for teachers, acknowledging them as the backbone of the nation. He emphasized the importance of honoring their dedicated work.
Gachagua assured the audience that the government had duly noted all concerns raised and was committed to enhancing the welfare and addressing the professional needs of teachers for improved outcomes.
"Education is the equaliser; the Ruto Administration is committed to delivering a skills-based education system to drive sustainable development as underpinned by the Kenya Kwanza Plan," he said.
Earlier, Gachagua was in his Nyeri backyard where he attended the funeral of Mama Mercy Wairimu Kinyua.
She was the mother of Peter Weru- the former Mathira MP and Chairman of the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation, KARLO.
Gachagua said that despite the challenges during the Mau Mau war, Wairimu raised a family, as a staunch and devoted Christian.
"She was a diligent member of the Christian Women Association (CWA) for which she is deeply respected,'' he paid tribute.
The DP also hosted the new UK High Commissioner to Kenya Neil Wigan for discussions on deepening the socio-economic ties between the two Nations in areas that include Trade, Foreign Direct Investment, and Security.
The meeting was held at the DP's Official Residence in Karen.
On Thursday, Gachagua held a consultative meeting with Tana River leaders to discuss the El Nino situation in the County and the Government's intervention.
The DP said the meeting was in furtherance to his Monday visit where, together with the leadership and partners, they assessed the situation.
They also provided humanitarian support, including food, mosquito nets and medicine.
"We are firming up more immediate action as we also work to restore normalcy and lasting solutions," the DP said.
The meeting was attended by Senator Danson Mungatana, Woman Representative Amina Dika, MPs Ali Wario Guyo (Garsen), Hiribae Buya (Galole) and Yakub Dubow Kuno of Bura.
The DP later attended the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) graduation ceremony held at the Kasarani Sports Centre.
Some 22,695 KMTC graduates were awarded diplomas.