Principal Secretaries from various ministries convened in Nairobi on July 2, 2025, for their monthly strategic meeting, chaired by the Head of Public Service and Chief of Staff, Mr. Felix Koskei. The high-level gathering served as a platform to assess cross-sectoral performance and align ongoing initiatives with the government’s broader development objectives.
A central theme of the meeting was the review of progress under key sectors, notably Agriculture and Livestock, where significant strides have been made. These include expanded support for farmers, enhanced aggregation models for market access, and increased investment in livestock value chains ll aligning with the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). The focus was on improving rural livelihoods and boosting productivity in traditionally underserved areas.
Public Finance Management reforms also featured prominently in the discussions. The Principal Secretaries reviewed milestones in improving budget accountability, streamlining expenditure, and increasing efficiency in the use of public resources. These reforms are expected to create a more transparent financial ecosystem, ultimately strengthening service delivery and ensuring fiscal sustainability.
In addition, the evolving national security landscape was addressed, with an emphasis on enhancing inter-agency collaboration and proactive risk mitigation. Officials underscored the importance of safeguarding development gains through coordinated security strategies, especially in regions affected by conflict, climate shocks, and transboundary threats.
A major highlight of the session was the progress of health sector reforms, particularly those targeted at realizing Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Updates included the ongoing institutional restructuring of health agencies, the digitization of healthcare systems, and measures to improve access to services and promote accountability across all levels of care. These reforms aim to create a more efficient, transparent, and equitable health system that prioritizes preventive care and patient-centered services.
The meeting reinforced the government’s commitment to a Whole-of-Government approach—where collaboration across ministries, departments, and agencies is key to delivering on national priorities. By encouraging joint planning and regular performance tracking, the approach ensures that cross-cutting challenges are tackled collectively and that the benefits of development reach all citizens.
As Kenya advances its Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda, such regular inter-departmental engagements continue to play a crucial role in fostering policy coherence, breaking silos, and driving integrated service delivery. The collaborative spirit displayed in the meeting reflects the government’s resolve to work in unison toward inclusive growth, sustainable development, and improved quality of life for all Kenyans.
