NAROK — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Kenyans to defend the country from political unrest and reject efforts that threaten national unity.
Speaking during a church service at AIC Nairagie Enkare in Narok East on Sunday, Kindiki urged citizens to remain patriotic, engage in peaceful coexistence, and support national development, even in moments of disagreement.
“We must love Kenya because this is our home. We don’t have another country. You may not agree with leaders, but please pray for them,” Kindiki told the congregation.
He stressed that disagreement with the government is not only allowed, but also necessary for improvement.
“You don’t have to agree with every policy. Criticism helps us do better,” he said. “But it is foolish to wish for failure in leadership. If leaders fail, the country fails.”
Kindiki dismissed claims from those predicting Kenya’s collapse, insisting the country is on the right path. He acknowledged the nation’s painful past and the cost of ethnic division, but stated that Kenyans have moved forward and will not allow history to repeat itself.
“Kenya will not fail,” he said. “We’ve learned from our past. We know the damage tribal politics can cause. We’re not going back.”
He outlined the government’s ongoing efforts to improve key sectors of the economy and asked Kenyans to play an active role in national progress.
“We are focused on fulfilling our promises,” Kindiki said. “And we need every Kenyan to help make this country better than we found it.”
The Deputy President reiterated that the administration welcomes public feedback.
“We’re a listening government. We accept criticism it helps us grow,” he said. “What we reject are attempts to divide this country with hate speech or tribal agendas.”
Kindiki’s remarks come at a time of heightened political debate, with growing public scrutiny over government decisions. Despite tensions, he maintained that open dialogue must never cross the line into incitement or threats to national stability.
“We must not destroy what we are trying to build,” he concluded. “Let’s protect Kenya for ourselves, and for the generations to come.”
