Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for national calm and urged Kenyans to reject incitement and violence, amid ongoing Saba Saba protests that have gripped parts of the country.
Speaking during a development tour in Lamu West Constituency, Kindiki warned that no country can achieve meaningful progress in an environment of unrest. His remarks come as tension flared in cities like Nairobi, Kisumu, and Nakuru, with sporadic clashes between protesters and security officers reported.
“Our country cannot be built through chaos, incitement and lawlessness,” the Deputy President stated. “Challenges affecting our citizens can only be resolved through consultations, discussions, and consensus.”
Kindiki termed those fanning the flames of unrest as “irresponsible and unpatriotic,” cautioning that such actions only derail efforts toward national unity and development.
Despite the tense national mood, the Deputy President’s focus in Lamu remained on government-led development initiatives aimed at uplifting coastal communities. He announced the construction of nine fish landing sites along the Indian Ocean coastline, including the Ksh 239 million Mokowe Fish Landing Site in Lamu West. According to Kindiki, these sites will enhance the blue economy and create new opportunities for local fisherfolk.
“We are deliberately investing in coastal infrastructure to support value chains in fisheries, agriculture, and livestock,” he said.
He also highlighted ongoing improvements in local market infrastructure under a national programme supporting small traders. In Lamu County, the Hindi modern market is currently under construction, while the proposed Mpeketoni market is expected to begin soon. The goal, Kindiki explained, is to offer clean and dignified spaces for trade that encourage value addition and economic empowerment.
The Deputy President also praised Lamu residents for their active participation in the Taifa Care health initiative, revealing that over 70,000 residents—roughly 50% of the county’s target population—have already registered under the Social Health Authority (SHA).
In his final engagement of the day, Kindiki joined both national and county leaders in launching support programmes for women-led micro and small enterprises, emphasizing that empowering women was central to the government’s long-term socio-economic goals.
“Peace and prosperity go hand in hand. We must protect our country from descending into disorder if we hope to build a future of shared progress,” he concluded.
As the country faces deepening public frustration over economic hardship, Kindiki’s call for dialogue, stability, and continued development offers a tempered but firm response to growing political agitation.
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