Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has, for the umpteenth time, reiterated his and the opposition’s commitment to provide solutions to the problems befalling Kenyans.

In a statement via his X page on Sunday, July 27, 2025, while on his ongoing tour in Baltimore, USA, Gachagua noted that the Kenyan diaspora community remains privy to the situation in Kenya.

In his recent case study, he specifically referenced the rampant abuse of human rights and the endemic problem of youth unemployment, among others.

“I am happy to note that Kenyans in the diaspora are well appraised on all happenings in our country. Matters of bribery, abuse of human rights, repression and abuse of the rule of law, youth unemployment, and flimsy economic policy, among other ills, irk Kenyans in a similar magnitude whether at home or in the diaspora,” he stated.

The former DP has repeatedly placed the blame at the door of the current regime led by William Ruto as he signalled himself and the opposition outfit as the team to fix and reverse the trend if he captures power.

“The commitment to restoring Kenya remains a priority to all of us,” he added.

Gachagua’s sentiments come shortly after he outlined a plan to appoint qualified members of the diaspora community to key positions in embassies around the world.

Diplomatic offices management

He emphasised that Kenyans abroad possess the experience and understanding required to strengthen diplomatic relations and attract investment back home.

“What will it cost me as president to have diaspora people taking charge of embassies across the world? They understand those countries more than we do. They know what Kenyans want in America; they know how we can relate with Americans to come and invest at home,” Gachagua said.

He noted that many Kenyans living in the diaspora are well-versed with the economic and social dynamics of their host countries and would be better placed to market Kenyan products and services.

By engaging them directly in embassies, he said, the country would improve its ability to connect with foreign investors and respond to the needs of Kenyans living abroad.

Gachagua added that the strategy would also reduce costs, as embassy roles would be filled by individuals already residing in the respective countries.

“How do you go looking for people when you have people who know how to deal with situations professionally and in an effective manner? I want serious engagement with people in the diaspora.

“I want to have them in our embassies either as ambassadors or deputy ambassadors. And for consular services, why do you want to bring people who have never been here? How will they understand the challenges Kenyans face here, yet we have people here who have the requisite skills to do those jobs in embassies? It is even cheaper,” he added.