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The Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Alice Wahome, has reaffirmed her commitment to her role and the government’s vision, addressing speculations about her resignation that have been circulating on social media. In a recent statement, Wahome said that despite the rumors and speculation, she remains committed to her duties and has no intention of leaving her position. “Those who left were fired because they were not working, but I am working. Productivity is what keeps a person in the job,” Wahome said, highlighting the importance of hard work and dedication to her role. According to reports, the Kenya Kwanza government has introduced a new initiative to promote tree planting across the country, with Cabinet Secretaries allocated at least two counties to lead the efforts. In Laikipia and Nyeri counties, Wahome has been tasked with overseeing the planting of 15 billion trees over the next decade. The CS emphasized that her primary focus is on delivering services to Kenyans and fulfilling the government’s promises made during the 2022 electioneering period. Wahome stated that she defends President William Ruto because his administration has achieved notable milestones, such as the end of banditry in Laikipia. She also urged the people of Laikipia to engage in local politics and choose leaders who can work for their interests. During a recent tree planting ceremony, Wahome encouraged the people of Laikipia to resist attempts by politicians to create campaign buzz early, which could disrupt the pace of implementing development projects.

Wahome also discussed the reintroduction of the shamba system, which involves allowing people to grow crops alongside tree seedlings. She noted that this approach can help increase the survival rate of tree seedlings and that there is an agreement with the Environment Cabinet Secretary on the matter. “To allow people to grow food crops alongside the trees will enable them to play a role in planting 15 billion trees and build resilience on their livelihoods,” she stated. The introduction of the shamba system has the potential to tripling the number of trees planted in Laikipia in a single year, and Wahome emphasized the need for continued support from the Kenya Forest Service to provide fruit tree seedlings for the next phase of tree planting. Key Facts

• Alice Wahome has been tasked with overseeing tree planting in Nyeri and Laikipia counties as part of the government’s 15 billion trees program. • Over 80,000 trees have been planted in Laikipia since the program’s launch. • The shamba system, which allows people to grow crops alongside tree seedlings, has the potential to increase the survival rate of tree seedlings and encourage community involvement. • The government aims to achieve a 340 million tree target in Laikipia County in the next decade. The cabinet secretary’s commitment to her role and the government’s vision has been confirmed, with Wahome reiterating her dedication to service delivery and the fulfillment of the government’s promises to the people of Kenya. Wahome strongly emphasized the importance of productivity and hard work in her role, and encouraged the people of Laikipia to make informed decisions when choosing their leaders. “I do not defend any politician, I defend my fellow Kenyans who deserve to live a better life. I stand with those who have shown integrity and are committed to serving the people,” she stated. In conclusion, Alice Wahome has reaffirmed her commitment to her role and the government’s vision, emphasizing the importance of productivity and hard work. Her dedication to service delivery and the fulfillment of government promises has been confirmed, and she continues to play a critical role in the government’s efforts to promote tree planting and development in Kenya.