The Executive Branch

The Executive arm of the Government of Kenya is responsible for the day-to-day management of the affairs of the State and the implementation of laws.

The Presidency

Leading the Executive Branch are the President and the Deputy President.

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Hon. [President's Full Name]

President of the Republic of Kenya

Serving as the Head of State and Government, the Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces, and the chairperson of the National Security Council. The President is elected by popular vote for a five-year term and can serve a maximum of two terms. [Add a brief placeholder bio or key responsibilities here].

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Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya

The Deputy President is the principal assistant of the President and deputizes for the President in the execution of the President’s functions. The Deputy President is also a member of the Cabinet and the National Security Council. [Add a brief placeholder bio or key responsibilities here].

Government Ministries

The Cabinet, headed by the President, consists of Cabinet Secretaries who are responsible for different ministries.

Ministry of Health

Mandate: To provide leadership and stewardship in health matters, to assure and provide access to quality and affordable health care for all Kenyans.

Key Functions:

  • Health policy and standards
  • Promotive, preventive, and curative health services
  • Medical supplies and commodities
  • Health infrastructure development

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Ministry of Education

Mandate: To provide, coordinate, and promote quality education, training, and research for Kenya's sustainable development.

Key Functions:

  • Basic Education (Pre-primary, Primary, Secondary)
  • Higher Education and Research
  • Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
  • Curriculum Development

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Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries

Mandate: To create an enabling environment for agricultural development and ensure food and nutritional security.

Key Functions:

  • Agricultural policy and development
  • Livestock development and management
  • Fisheries development
  • Co-operative societies development

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Ministry of Interior and National Administration

Mandate: To provide leadership in national security, maintenance of law and order, and efficient administration of internal affairs.

Key Functions:

  • National Police Service oversight
  • Immigration and Citizen Services
  • Refugee affairs
  • National cohesion and integration

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National Treasury and Economic Planning

Mandate: To manage national finances and economic planning for sustainable growth and development.

Key Functions:

  • Fiscal policy and management
  • Budget formulation and execution
  • Public debt management
  • Economic policy and planning

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