Leader of the National Liberal Party (NLP) and patron of the Anzauni clan, Augustus Kyalo Muli, has issued a strong call for President William Ruto to ensure the Kamba community is represented in his executive. Speaking to the press on Friday, March 21, 2025, Muli emphasized that despite being the fifth largest ethnic group in Kenya, with over four million people, the Kamba community continues to be sidelined in government appointments and national development. He called for an end to this political marginalization and urged the community to demand its rightful place in national leadership.
Muli’s remarks come in response to President Ruto’s major government reshuffle announced on Thursday, which saw key officials reassigned, new Principal Secretaries appointed, and various government departments restructured. Notably, the reshuffle did not include a single Kamba appointee, further deepening concerns about the community’s exclusion from top government positions. Additionally, the President introduced a new State Department, expanding his administration but still failing to include representatives from Ukambani.
Criticizing the long-standing trend of Kamba leaders failing to secure meaningful positions for their people, Muli expressed frustration over the community’s continued political irrelevance. He pointed out that while the Luo community had historically been in the opposition, their leaders had successfully negotiated for government positions and development projects. “For years, we have been told to stay loyal while our people remain in poverty, but this must end,” he asserted.
Muli specifically called on President Ruto to correct this imbalance in future appointments. He insisted that counties like Kitui deserve a Cabinet Minister and several Principal Secretaries, given that Kambas contribute taxes just like other communities. He argued that government appointments should be distributed equitably across all regions and that Ukambani should receive the same level of attention as Luo counties, where the President has actively engaged in development projects.
The NLP leader stressed that the Kamba community must no longer accept political tokenism and urged leaders from the region to actively push for representation in the executive. He warned that continued exclusion would only deepen economic hardship in Ukambani and widen the gap between the region and the rest of the country.
With his bold stance, Muli has reignited the debate on equitable government appointments, challenging President Ruto to demonstrate inclusivity in his administration. Whether the President will heed this call remains to be seen, but the pressure for fair representation in government is now stronger than ever.
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