PS Ismail Maalim, CBS

Principal Secretary State Department for Special Programmes | Former PS Youth Affairs & Creative Economy, Republic of Kenya | Security Specialist

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

PS Maalim visits flooded Tana River villages, evaluates El Niño preparedness https://t.co/sU2ZnwTRtw

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

Preparedness is our first line of defence against disasters. As the country braces for the anticipated El Niño rains, it is important that we strengthen community resilience while supporting families already affected by flooding.

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[The Standard Digital @StandardKenya]

Principal Secretary for Special Programs Ismail Maalim Madey and Garsen MP Ali Wario distributed food items to families in Kitere village, Tana Delta Sub-County, on Monday, June 15, 2026. More than 1,300 households have been displaced by floods in Tana Delta and Tarasaa Sub-Counties.
Photo by Nehemiah Okwembah

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

I urged residents in flood-prone areas to heed weather advisories, remain vigilant, and work closely with local authorities as we intensify preparedness efforts to safeguard lives, livelihoods, and property ahead of the expected rains.

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

Preparedness is our first line of defence against disasters. As the country braces for the anticipated El Niño rains, it is important that we strengthen community resilience while supporting families already affected by flooding.

#SpecialProgramsKazini

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

We delivered food and non-food items, alongside iron sheets to support 750 of the 3,000 affected households, with the remaining beneficiaries to be reached in phases as directed by H.E. the President.

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

Arrived in Samicha, Garsen Constituency, Tana River County, to assess the situation of flood-affected families, provide relief assistance, and rally communities to prepare for the anticipated El Niño rains through early preparedness and risk reduction measures.
I'm accompanied by area Mp Hon. Ali Wario.
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[KBC Channel 1 News @KBCChannel1]

PS Special Programmes Ismail Maalim will today distribute relief to flood-affected families in Tana River and evaluate preparedness ahead of El Niño rains.

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[Hussein Mohamed, MBS. @HusseinMohamedg]

Forming New Strategic Partnerships.

President Ruto’s State Visit to Finland & official visits to Norway & Belgium strengthened cooperation in trade, education, technology, renewable energy, climate action.

Unlocking investment, creating jobs & expanding opportunities for Kenyans.

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

The audit process is a critical pillar of good governance, accountability, transparency and prudent management of public resources and offers an opportunity to strengthen internal controls and enhance service delivery to wananchi.

At @GOKSPECIALPROGS, we remain committed to the highest standards of financial management, and are open to constructive recommendations that will help us improve our operations and delivery of our mandate.

This morning, I chaired the entry meeting for the audit of the State Department for Special Programmes by the Office of the Auditor-General for the financial year under review.

I assured the audit team of our full cooperation and commitment to facilitating a smooth, professional, and efficient exercise through timely provision of all required records and information.

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[felix koskei @koske_felix]

The scale of Kenya’s transformation agenda, coupled with the administration’s urgency in delivering sustained economic growth, expanding opportunities and improving the quality of life of citizens, demands a Public Service that functions as One Government, coordinated in action, disciplined in execution and consistently aligned around shared national priorities.

Today, I convened the monthly meeting of all Principal Secretaries at the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya AIST) within Konza Technopolis. As institutions at the forefront of Kenya’s ambitions in science, technology, innovation and knowledge-based development, they provided a fitting setting for discussions on the future of public service delivery and national transformation.

The meeting provided an opportunity to take stock of progress across key Government programmes and priorities, address emerging challenges and strengthen coordination across Ministries, Departments and Agencies. We reviewed updates on productivity and performance management, public financial management reforms, food security interventions, national security, public health preparedness, government communication and investment promotion initiatives, among other strategic matters.

Our discussions reaffirmed the central role of Principal Secretaries in translating policy into tangible outcomes for citizens.
Greater accountability, stronger collaboration across Government and an unwavering focus on execution remain critical if we are to deliver measurable and lasting improvements in the lives and livelihoods of Kenyans.

Steady progress continues to be recorded across flagship programmes, with important implementation milestones being achieved across sectors.

As we move forward, our collective responsibility is to sustain momentum, resolve bottlenecks with urgency and ensure that every Government intervention contributes meaningfully to the national objective of building a more prosperous, secure and inclusive Kenya.

[Ps. Ummi Bashir, CBS @UmmiMBashir]

Chaired by the Head of Public Service and Chief of Staff @koske_felix , I joined fellow Principal Secretaries for the monthly consultative meeting at the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya AIST) in Konza City, to review the progress of key government programmes priorities.

The meeting provided an opportunity to assess updates across critical government programmes such as health care, food security and national security, while taking stock of the implementation of flagship government projects. Our discussions also focused on improving coordination in order to accelerate service delivery to the people.

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

Holding the meeting at Konza Technopolis signified Kenya's technology and innovation as key drivers of public service transformation and national development.

As @GOKSPECIALPROGS, We remain focused on improving execution and delivering tangible results that improve the lives and livelihoods of Kenyans, through strengthened inter-agency coordination in disaster risk management, emergency response and social protection.

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[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

Joined fellow Principal Secretaries for the monthly consultative meeting convened by Head of Public Service @koske_felix at the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST) in Konza Technopolis.

We reviewed progress across key Government programmes and priorities, including food security, public health preparedness and national security.

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

Happy Madaraka Day.

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

Pleased to have witnessed the Assent to the National Disaster Risk Management Bill, 2023, by H.E. President Dr. @WilliamsRuto, among other key legislations, at State House, Nairobi.

Proud of our contribution as the State Department for Special Programmes, where we previously domiciled disaster management, in championing and supporting the development of this critical Bill aimed at strengthening Kenya’s disaster preparedness and response framework.

The Act now establishes a robust legal and institutional framework, including the National Disaster Risk Management Authority and County Disaster Risk Management Committees, to enhance coordination, early warning systems, and timely response across both levels of government.

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@GOKSPECIALPROGS @NDOCKenya

[PS Ismail Maalim, CBS @_IsmailMaalim]

Wishing you all a blessed Eid al-Adha filled with peace, joy, faith, and abundant blessings. Eid Mubarak.

[DP 🇰🇪 @DanChepta]

This modest yet impressive home belongs to Fikirini Jacobs Kahindi,

Kenya's youngest PS at 30 yearsold. His rise from a humble background.

A muddy house that can be seen still standing is remarkable.

President Ruto visited his new home during the homecoming celebrations.