Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced a major development-focused meeting with leaders from Meru County, set to take place on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at his official residence in Karen.

The meeting, he revealed, will bring together governors, members of parliament, members of county assemblies (MCAs), and over 3,000 representatives from Meru County to discuss key infrastructure projects, stalled development initiatives, and strategies for accelerating economic growth in the region.

Kindiki made the announcement on Sunday, February 16, 2025, during the induction and installation of Bishop-elect Rev. Stephen Mawira at Ntemwene Methodist Church in Imenti South, Meru County.

He emphasised that the meeting would be strictly focused on development and would not entertain political discussions.

“We have planned a meeting with all your leaders—governors, members of parliament, MCAs, and many others. More than 3,000 people will be in attendance at the Deputy President’s residence on Tuesday,” Kindiki declared.

“On that day, we are not going to discuss politics; we are going to discuss how the national government can support the development agenda of Meru County.”

The deputy president stressed that the forum would provide a structured platform to review progress on key projects and unlock government support for initiatives that had stalled due to financial or logistical hurdles.

“Would you like us to discuss Meru’s development—our roads, water projects, and schools? That is the business we will be doing on Tuesday,” he emphasised.

Kindiki noted that some of Meru’s major projects, particularly in roads, water supply, and educational infrastructure, had been affected by economic challenges but assured residents that the government was committed to reviving them.

“There are many projects in this region that had stalled—some roads were stuck, some water projects had been delayed. But now that the economy is stabilising, I want to promise you that we will revive all stalled projects in Meru County,” he pledged.

He urged religious leaders and community stakeholders to continue supporting their leaders, ensuring they have the resources needed to serve the region effectively.

“Please continue supporting our clergy so they can also provide for their families,” Kindiki said, recognising the role of faith leaders in community development.

Strong AUC performance

During the same event, Kindiki commended Kenya’s strong performance in the African Union Commission (AUC) elections, despite its candidate Raila Odinga bowing out in the sixth round of voting.

He expressed gratitude to President William Ruto and Raila Odinga for leading a unified national effort in the campaign and underscored the importance of carrying forward this unity into national affairs.

“Yesterday, as a country, we were seeking to have one of our own lead Africa, but we did not succeed. I want to thank our President, our former Prime Minister, and all those who supported our candidate,” Kindiki said.

He highlighted that Kenya had demonstrated remarkable diplomatic strength, securing the backing of over 20 African heads of state.

“Even if we did not succeed, I think we came out strongly because more than 20 African presidents actually voted for our candidate, and we thank God. Even if our day did not come yesterday, our time will come in the future,” he added.

Kindiki urged Ruto and Raila to continue working together for national unity, emphasising that the cooperation they exhibited in the AUC bid should now be channelled into fostering peace and stability in Kenya.

“We just want to ask that the President and the former Prime Minister will continue working together to build the unity of Kenya, ensure peace and stability, and move the development of our country to the next level,” he stated.

He dismissed any notion that the AUC outcome should drive a wedge between leaders, urging a focus on collective progress.

“The same way we worked together on that project, even if we did not succeed, I urge all leaders to continue working for national unity so that we can progress as a country,” he said.