Musalia Mudavadi reacts to President Ruto's cabinet reshuffle

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi expressed his gratitude to President William Ruto following the Cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday, where he assumed the additional role of Foreign Affairs minister.

Ruto restructured his Cabinet, leading to the merging and renaming of several ministries. Consequently, the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary was expanded to encompass the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs.

On Thursday morning, Mudavadi conveyed his deep appreciation for the appointment and extended his thanks to the Head of State for entrusting him with this augmented responsibility.

He stated, “I am deeply honored and humbled to have been entrusted by His Excellency President William Ruto with an expanded role in the reshuffled Cabinet.”

Musalia Mudavadi reacts to President Ruto's cabinet reshuffle — National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula (L) and Chief Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. [Photo/Courtesy].

Recognizing the significance of his dual role, Mudavadi embraced the opportunity with a profound sense of duty and dedication, pledging to continue serving the people of Kenya and their nation with unwavering commitment, integrity, and diligence.

He also committed to championing the interests of Kenyans, both within the country’s borders and on the international stage.

“I will champion, pursue, and protect the interests of Kenyans, both within our borders and abroad,” he affirmed.

I am deeply honoured and humbled to have been entrusted by His Excellency President @WilliamsRuto with an expanded role in the reshuffled Cabinet. I express my sincere gratitude to His Excellency for the trust placed in me by assigning me the additional vital role of the Ministry… pic.twitter.com/EXnYgzWocN
— Musalia W Mudavadi (@MusaliaMudavadi) October 5, 2023

Full list of President Ruto’s Cabinet changes

President William Ruto has made changes to his Cabinet, one year after assuming office.

The latest reorganization has seen some ministries expanded while others have been renamed.

The Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary, held by Musalia Mudavadi, has now been expanded to include the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs.

Alfred Mutua, who held the position before has now been moved to the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife.

Trade and Investments Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has been moved to the newly reconstituted Ministry of Public Service, Performance and Delivery Management.

Rebecca Miano now replaces Kuria at the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry.

Consequently, Peninah Malonza has now been tasked with the Ministry of East African Community, the ASALs, and Regional Development.