Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has accused Deputy President Kithure Kindiki of misusing public resources through his nationwide empowerment programs, labeling them as a "biggest theft of public funds." Mwangangi questioned the source of the significant funds, urging transparency and suggesting that the programs are politically motivated and unsustainable.

• Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi claims DP Kithure Kindiki's empowerment programs are misusing public funds, with Kindiki allegedly donating up to Ksh2 million per event.
• National Assembly Deputy Minority Leader Robert Mbui highlighted that Kindiki could spend Ksh580 million on these donations if he covered the entire country, potentially depleting his life's earnings.
• Kindiki defends the programs as crucial for community development and economic growth, aimed at assisting those struggling financially.