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February 11, 2026
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Stop Politicising Drought, Kindiki tells Gachagua

Stop Politicising Drought, Kindiki tells Gachagua

"They shouldn’t talk at press conferences in Nairobi. They shouldn’t talk at retreats in hotels; they should come to Garissa, Mandera, and Wajir and travel to understand how Kenya is," Kindiki said. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged political leaders to cease politicizing drought issues and instead support sustainable solutions for Northern Kenya, criticizing those who comment from Nairobi without firsthand knowledge of the affected regions.

  • Kindiki highlighted President William Ruto's introduction of a National Infrastructure Fund as a permanent solution to recurring drought.
  • The Deputy President emphasized that sustainable infrastructure development, rather than short-term relief, is crucial for ending drought emergencies.
  • He challenged unnamed leaders to visit areas like Garissa, Mandera, and Wajir to understand the situation on the ground.

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