Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary

Also known as: OPCS

Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary — Kenyan government office that coordinates policy implementation, development projects, and inter-agency responses on matters including infrastructure and humanitarian crises.

2026-05-232026-11-05

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November 2026
4 NovThe Standard
… The call emerged during a stakeholder and citizen engagement forum organised by the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary (OPCS), in collaboration with the State Department for National Government Coordination and National Government Administration Officers (NGAO), as part of a n …
Wajir residents call for more investment to transform livelihoods
October 2026
12 OctCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 12 – The government is turning to podcasts to explain its policies and achievements, with the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary set to launch a new weekly show focusing on government programmes and Kenya’s international engagements. …
Govt turns to podcasts to explain its agenda
September 2026
24 SeptCapital News
… The cooperation will be coordinated under the guidance of the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary and the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, in coordination with relevant government institutions. …
Kenya, Anthropic sign framework for responsible AI cooperation
23 SeptCitizen Digital
… Coordination of the partnership will sit under the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary and the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs. …
Kenya, Anthropic strike historic AI deal at UNGA
August 2026
7 AugCapital News
… Also present were Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary Joseph Busiega, Deputy Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Paul Ndemo, Solicitor-General Shadrack Mose, Deputy Clerk of the Senate Mohamed Ali Mohamed and Deputy Comptroller of State House Simon Mwangi. …
Government to digitally track all official vehicles in crackdown on misuse
July 2026
28 JulCapital News
… Neither State House nor the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary has issued any official statement confirming the claims circulating online.
Kindiki breaks silence on fake news over Ruto fallout
24 JulCapital News
… In a statement issued Friday, the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs said the attacks, including those targeting Saudi Arabian oil tankers, and threats to blockade the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait pose significant risks to interna …
Kenya condemns Red Sea attacks, cites fuel supply risks amid escalating crisis
24 JulThe Standard
… The Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said reports suggesting the UK-Kenya defence partnership had been terminated were inaccurate, adding did not reflect the current state of relations between the two countries. …
Kenya denies end of UK military deal after BATUK training row
June 2026
17 JunThe Standard
… Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang'ula has directed the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary to coordinate a government response to a growing crisis caused by rising water levels in Lake Turkana and other Rift Valley lakes. …
Wetang'ula orders national response over rising lake waters
May 2026
23 MayCapital News
… The outreach programme, organised by the Ministry of Health in partnership with the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi, is providing free medical services to hundreds of residents. …
Government Expands Health Infrastructure to Boost UHC, Says PS Oluga

Society

Wajir residents seek more government investment for economic transformation

The News

Residents of Wajir County have called for increased government investment to accelerate socio-economic transformation and welcomed ongoing development projects expected to create jobs and expand economic opportunities. The call emerged during a stakeholder engagement forum organised by the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary to verify government development projects and assess their implementation progress.

4 November 2026 · The Standard →

Yesterday

Wajir residents seek more government investment for economic transformation
Residents of Wajir County have called for increased government investment to accelerate socio-economic transformation and welcomed ongoing development projects expected to create jobs and expand economic opportunities. The call emerged during a stakeholder engagement forum organised by the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary to verify government development projects and assess their implementation progress.
4 November 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 12 October

Kenyan government launches weekly podcast to explain policies
The Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary is launching a weekly podcast called the Phantom Podcast to explain government programmes, policies, and Kenya's international engagements. The show debuts on Tuesday, October 13, with initial episodes focusing on President William Ruto's delegation to the 81st United Nations General Assembly.
12 October 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 24 September

Kenya and Anthropic sign AI cooperation framework agreement
Kenya and artificial intelligence company Anthropic have signed a Joint Declaration establishing a framework for cooperation on responsible AI, research, innovation and practical applications aligned with Kenya's national priorities. The agreement covers AI skills and capacity building, research, responsible public-sector applications, AI safety and evaluation, and locally relevant AI use cases in education and health.
24 September 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 23 September

Kenya signs artificial intelligence partnership with Anthropic
Kenya and American AI company Anthropic signed a Joint Declaration on September 22, 2026, at the UN General Assembly, with President Ruto emphasizing Africa's need to pool resources and talent across the AI chain rather than depend on external systems.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 7 August

Kenya government launches digital tracking for official vehicles
The government announced sweeping reforms to manage its vehicle fleet, including mandatory real-time tracking for all official vehicles through a centralized Government Vehicle Management System (GVMS) to curb misuse of public assets and enhance accountability. The initiative follows a high-level consultative meeting among the Executive, Parliament, Judiciary and security agencies to address persistent challenges including misuse of government registration plates, poor fuel and mileage records, and inadequate accounting for donor-funded vehicles.
7 August 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 28 July

Deputy President Kindiki denies removal from government duties
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed as "fake news" reports that President William Ruto transferred his role of chairing intergovernmental coordination to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. The denial comes amid intensified political speculation about Kindiki's isolation within government and suggestions from some allies that he may not be the best choice as Ruto's running mate in 2027.
28 July 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 24 July

Kenya warns Houthi Red Sea attacks threaten fuel supplies, inflation
Kenya has condemned Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, warning that the maritime security crisis could disrupt global fuel supplies, increase freight costs, and fuel inflation, while stating the government has contingency measures to safeguard petroleum imports.
24 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya denies UK defence partnership has ended over BATUK row
Kenya's Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary dismissed reports that the UK-Kenya defence partnership had ended, saying the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) arrangement remains active despite a dispute over a planned military exercise and delayed operational licences during the parliamentary renewal of the Defence Cooperation Agreement.
24 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 17 June

Wetang'ula directs response to rising lake waters in Rift Valley
The Speaker of the National Assembly has directed the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary to coordinate a government response to rising water levels in Lake Turkana and other Rift Valley lakes. MPs warn of a looming humanitarian crisis affecting communities in Turkana, Baringo and other regions, with displacement, disease, loss of livelihoods and crocodile attacks among the threats.
17 June 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 23 May

Government expands health infrastructure to strengthen Universal Health Coverage
The Principal Secretary for Medical Services said the government is intensifying investments in health infrastructure and county healthcare systems to strengthen Universal Health Coverage, including inpatient wings and maternity facilities. He urged Kenyans to register under the Social Health Authority, saying increased enrolment is critical in sustaining healthcare services and strengthening public hospitals.
23 May 2026 · Capital News →