Dr Peter Mbae, the Head of Government Delivery Services (GDS), has tendered his resignation, citing unresolved issues that have hindered his ability to fulfil his duties effectively.
In a letter dated 9 January 2025, addressed to Felix Koskei, Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Dr Mbae formally communicated his decision to step down from his position since June 2024.
A history of public service
Dr Mbae began his career in public service in January 2023 when he was appointed Secretary for Investments Promotion under the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI).
During this time, he also served as the Head of the Ministerial Delivery Unit.
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He would later assume the role of Head of Ministerial Programmes in the Ministry of Public Service, Performance and Delivery Management in October 2023.
Finally, in June 2024, Dr Mbae was appointed Head of GDS, tasked with overseeing the implementation of government programmes across ministries, departments, and agencies.
In all these positions, I served diligently with utmost commitment and sacrifice, driven solely by the genuine desire to achieve sustainable transformation in the lives of citizens in line with the Kenya Kwanza Government manifesto.
Challenges leading to resignation
Despite his passion and focus, Dr Mbae cited unresolved challenges that impeded his ability to execute his duties.
For reasons and issues that I have consistently brought to your attention and have not been resolved to date, it has not been possible to carry out my duties as intended and my position as Head of Government Delivery Services is no longer tenable.
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Dr Mbae expressed his accountability to the Kenyan people and emphasised the public nature of his appointment, stating his decision to formally disengage from this appointment so as to pursue other interests.
In his parting note, Dr Mbae extended his gratitude to the leadership for the trust placed in him during his tenure.