Kindiki: Ruto developing all regions, regardless of 2022 vote

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has defended the Kenyan government's development record, asserting that projects are being implemented equitably across all regions. He emphasized that the administration does not discriminate based on 2022 voting patterns, citing the opening of a new land registry in Machakos as proof of improved service delivery.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing political tension in Kenya regarding equitable resource distribution and the government's efforts to maintain national unity post-election.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the official opening of the Kithimani Land Registry and the issuance of title deeds in Yatta Constituency, Machakos County on July 22, 2026/DPCS Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has defended President William Ruto's development record, saying the government is implementing projects across the country without discriminating against regions based on how they voted in the 2022 General Election.
Speaking Wednesday during the official opening of the Kithimani Land Registry and the issuance of title deeds in Yatta constituency, Machakos county, Kindiki said the new registry demonstrates the administration's commitment to equitable development.
He said residents of Yatta had for years been forced to travel to Machakos town in search of land services, incurring transport and accommodation costs before obtaining title deeds.
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