Gov't pledges full support for Chesongoch Landslide victims, says CS Ruku
First Lady Rachel Ruto and Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku visit families affected by the recent landslide in Chesongoch, Elgeyo Marakwet County
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Speaking on Saturday during a visit to the affected families, where he joined First Lady Rachel Ruto and other government officials, CS Ruku said the government, through the State Department for Special Programmes, will continue to stand with Kenyans facing the effects of natural calamities across the country.
He noted that President William Ruto had directed the Ministry to collaborate and coordinate with other ministries, government agencies, and departments to develop and roll out programmes aimed at helping communities adapt to the effects of disasters and, more broadly, the climate change.
“The people of Marakwet and others affected by disasters across the country must feel that the Government of Kenya, led by President William Ruto, cares for them,” said CS Ruku.
The CS added that the Ministry is doing everything possible to ensure affected families are resettled, return to normalcy and rebuild their lives in a dignified manner.
He reiterated that the State Department will spearhead the rebuilding of homes and restoration of livelihoods within the Marakwet community, cover hospital expenses for victims, and provide support for funeral costs to ensure a decent send-off for those who lost their lives.
CS Ruku commended the First Lady for her compassion and leadership in ensuring that affected families received emergency relief supplies, including food and non-food items, which she personally helped distribute.
Those who lost their lives in the tragic landslide will be laid to rest on November 21, 2025.
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