The position of Prime Cabinet Secretary (PCS) of the Republic of Kenya was established on September 27, 2022, by President William Ruto through a Presidential executive order. Musalia Mudavadi was nominated and officially sworn in as the inaugural Prime Cabinet Secretary on October 27, 2022, at State House, Kenya.
The Prime Cabinet Secretary assists the President and the Deputy President in the co-ordination and supervision of Government Ministries and State Departments.
In addition, the Prime Cabinet Secretary Chairs and co-ordinates National Government legislative agenda across all ministries and state departments in consultation with and for transmission to the Party/Coalition Leaders in Parliament.
The Prime Cabinet Secretary, in liaison with the Ministry responsible for Interior and National Administration, oversees the implementation of National Government policies, programmes and projects.
Also among the key roles of the Prime Cabinet Secretary is to Chair the Principal Secretaries Committees and supervise the technical monitoring and evaluation of Government policies, programs and projects and to perform any other function as may be assigned by the President.
History and Establishment
The PCS role is the highest executive office after the President and Deputy President. President Ruto’s announcement emphasized the importance and seniority of this position within the government structure.
Functions and Responsibilities
The Prime Cabinet Secretary has several critical functions, including:
- Assisting the President and Deputy President in coordinating and supervising Government Ministries and State Departments.
- Overseeing the implementation of National Government policies, programs, and projects in collaboration with the Ministry responsible for Interior and National Administration.
- Chairing and coordinating the National Government’s legislative agenda across all ministries and state departments, and liaising with Party/Coalition Leaders in Parliament.
- Facilitating inter-ministerial coordination of cross-functional initiatives and programs.
- Supervising the technical monitoring and evaluation of Government policies, programs, and projects across Ministries.
- Performing any additional functions as assigned by the President.
Political Significance
The establishment of the PCS position marks a significant development in Kenya’s executive governance, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and coordination of government operations. Musalia Mudavadi, a seasoned politician from the Amani National Congress, holds the position, bringing his extensive experience to the role.
Prime Cabinet Secretaries of Kenya
Musalia Mudavadi (born 1960)
- Term: From October 27, 2022, to present
- Party: Amani National Congress
The creation of the Prime Cabinet Secretary role is part of Kenya’s ongoing efforts to streamline government operations and improve service delivery to its citizens.
