Africa-Press – Kenya. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has moved to reassure Kenyans about his wellbeing following widespread speculation regarding his health after he missed a major public event in Baringo County.
On the night of Monday, December 23, 2025, Kindiki addressed the matter directly through his official social media platforms, stating that he was in good health.
In his brief but clear message, the Deputy President said he was “well, very well,” a statement intended to calm concerns that had emerged earlier in the day.
The clarification followed remarks made by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, who represented Kindiki at the annual Kimalel Goat Auction and cultural festival in Baringo.
The event was attended by President William Ruto and several senior government officials, making the Deputy President’s absence noticeable to both leaders and members of the public.
While addressing the gathering, CS Ruku explained that Kindiki had been unable to attend the event after feeling unwell. He conveyed the Deputy President’s greetings to residents of the region and assured them that Kindiki remained supportive of the initiative.
“Naibu wa Rais hasikii vizuri sana. Ameniambia nikifika nilete salamu zake,” he said.
Ruku did not provide more details regarding the Kindiki’s condition.
Ruku further disclosed that the Deputy President had sent a financial contribution toward the purchase of goats for the auction, a gesture that underscored his continued engagement with community activities despite his absence.
“Na amenituma na pesa mingi sana ya kununua mbuzi kwa hivyo mkiona Naibu wa Rais hayuko, ametumana na ako na nyinyi,” CS Ruku said.
Ruku’s comments quickly triggered public discussion, particularly on social media, where questions arose about the seriousness of Kindiki’s condition.
Some Kenyans expressed concern, while others called for clarity from the government regarding the Deputy President’s health. The growing speculation appeared to prompt Kindiki to issue his own statement later that evening.
The Deputy President’s last confirmed public engagement was on Friday, December 19, when he officiated the graduation ceremony of Kenya Wildlife Service officers at the KWS Law Enforcement Academy in Manyani, Taita Taveta County.
During that event, he presided over the passing-out parade of 147 cadet officers and 103 junior officers, urging them to uphold professionalism and protect the country’s wildlife resources.
The Deputy President’s reassurance appears aimed at bringing the matter to rest and preventing the spread of misinformation. While the government has not provided further details about his brief illness, Kindiki’s statement suggests that there is no cause for alarm and his message is likely to reassure supporters and the general public that he remains fully engaged in national leadership and service.
