Deputy President Kithure Kindiki / HANDOUTDeputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged the political class to tone down escalating rhetoric, expressing confidence in his camp’s strategy ahead of the upcoming by-elections scheduled for Thursday. “I want to ask all of us, especially the political class, to tone down the fierce political heat that is being generated by the ongoing debate. The Deputy President projected confidence in the ruling party’s prospects, noting that his political track record speaks for itself. The Deputy President dismissed speculation about his political future, stating that he remains committed to delivering on the government’s development agenda. The Deputy President described himself as a seasoned politician who understands when to engage in politics and when to focus on service delivery.

Source: The Star February 22, 2026 14:46 UTC