Kithure Kindiki
KenyapoliticianMale6.7Global Dominance: 0.00%Kithure Kindiki is the Deputy President of Kenya, a prominent political figure who has supported Raila Odinga's candidacy for the African Union Commission chairmanship. Following the unsuccessful bid, he expressed pride in Kenya's campaign efforts and emphasized the need for reflection and strategic planning for future international engagements.
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has once again drawn battle lines with his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua after he told him to 'stay in his lane'.
Stay in your lane, Kindiki tells GachaguaKenya· 2026-06-23
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki warned against violence during planned protests, emphasizing the need to respect constitutional rights.
Govt warns against violence as Gen Z protest anniversary nearsKenya· 2026-06-21
Kithure Kindiki is mentioned alongside William Ruto as winning big in the rushed Sh18b mini budget.
Ruto, Kindiki win big in rushed Sh18b mini budgetKenya· 2026-06-19
Kithure Kindiki is the Deputy President whose office is facing resignations ahead of the 2027 elections.
Staff exits loom at DP Kindiki's office as Sh95m set for gratuity paymentsKenya· 2026-06-03
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki joined other leaders in welcoming the Head of State.
Wajir lights up for historic 63rd Madaraka Day celebrationsKenya· 2026-06-01
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has praised government efforts to dismantle historical barriers and promote equity, inclusion and national cohesion, particularly in Northern Kenya.
Kindiki hails reforms on ID access, equity and inclusion in Northern KenyaKenya· 2026-06-01Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said that the government stands with all those affected, and is committed to support the school community to come to terms with this tragedy.
Ruto leads nation in mourning 16 Gilgil school fire victimsKenya· 2026-05-28
Kithure Kindiki currently holds the position of Deputy President.
Western Kenya leaders intensify push for DP slot in Ruto's 2027 re-election planKenya· 2026-05-27
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was present at the burial service.
Families of chopper crash victims awarded Sh8 million by RutoKenya· 2026-03-06
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki attended the burial service for MP Johana Ng’eno.
"You have left a big void in me": Wife says MP Ng'eno was a loving fatherKenya· 2026-03-06
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki welcomed new members into UDA and urged political unity.
UDA raids PAA, Jubilee in coast as leaders join President Ruto's sideKenya· 2026-03-05
Kithure Kindiki is the Deputy President of Kenya and attended the requiem mass for the crash victims.
Requiem mass for chopper crash victims heldKenya· 2026-03-05
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki described the deaths as a national loss and pledged government support for affected families.
CS Tuya recalls Johana Ng'eno's 'prophecy fees' at joint requiem serviceKenya· 2026-03-04
Kithure Kindiki is the Deputy President of Kenya and attended the requiem mass for the crash victims.
Requiem mass of chopper crash victims heldKenya· 2026-03-04Kindiki called him a fearless and courageous leader committed to his party, the United Democratic Alliance.
Wetangula leads MPs in visit to late MP Ng'eno's familyKenya· 2026-03-04
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki told Nyanza residents to support Ruto’s second-term bid to enable them get more development projects in the next government.
Stop hoodwinking Nyanza, UGM tells governmentKenya· 2026-03-03
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki also mourned Ngeno saying he was a fearless man, courageous leader who was committed to the ruling party United Democratic Alliance.
President Ruto leads country in mourning MP Johana NgenoKenya· 2026-03-01
Kithure Kindiki is being supported by UDA MPs as the most suitable leader for the Deputy President's position.
Mt Kenya UDA MPs tell ODM to drop running mate claim, back KindikiKenya· 2026-02-27
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has also mentioned the allocation of Sh7b for the Nithi bridge project.
KENHA: Nithi bridge construction to take two yearsKenya· 2026-02-25
Professor Kithure Kindiki is the Deputy President now and will remain DP in 2027.
'Mind your lane': CS Ruku tells Oburu to back off over DP seat pushKenya· 2026-02-22
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is being considered as a running mate by President Ruto.
Why Ruto-DP clash could split Kenya KwanzaKenya· 2026-02-22Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is being considered for retention as a running mate.
Ruto faces DP clash that could split coalitionKenya· 2026-02-21Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says the government will pay pending bills owed to contractors and construct some 6,000 kilometers of stalled roads nationwide.
DP Kindiki: Stalled roads to resume as Sh177 billion in contractor bills clearedKenya· 2026-02-20
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the state has adopted a plan where Sh4 billion will be spent every month on drought mitigation efforts.
Weatherman predicts a dry week for northern Kenya as it rains elsewhereKenya· 2026-02-17
Together with President Ruto, Prof Kithure Kindiki is pushing the country towards crude sectarian and tribal enclaves.
Ruto's belittling of Opposition taking Kenya towards anarchyKenya· 2026-02-15
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the gradual decline in prices would ease pressure on households.
Relief at the pump as fuel prices dropKenya· 2026-02-14
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki chaired a high-level Cabinet meeting to mobilise resources for affected communities.
Government launches fertiliser drive as 3.3 million face hungerKenya· 2026-02-12
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was present during the NYOTA capital disbursement.
Ruto tells off opposition over NYOTA fundsKenya· 2026-02-12Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki is listed as one of the interested parties in the case.
High Court schedules Gachagua impeachment cases hearings for AprilKenya· 2026-02-12
Present were Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Garissa Governor Nathif Jama, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, Principal Secretaries, MPs, MCAs and other leaders.
Pres Ruto defends NYOTA initiative, says won't delegate roll outKenya· 2026-02-12