13/01/2026
Swift Assistance for Kitui Village After Devastating Fire.
Today, in a powerful display of leadership and compassion, the Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, joined Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan to deliver vital relief supplies to residents of Kitui Village in Pumwani, Kamukunji, following a devastating fire that tore through the area on Saturday night.
The inferno, which broke out suddenly and spread rapidly through the densely populated area, destroyed dozens of homes and personal belongings, leaving families temporarily homeless. Preliminary reports indicate that over 108 households were directly affected, with many losing everything in the blaze.
In a swift, coordinated response, emergency aid was distributed at the Kamukunji Sub-County Headquarters, where affected families received critical supplies, including mattresses, blankets, rice, and maize flour. The relief items are expected to provide immediate sustenance and comfort as the community begins its difficult recovery.
Addressing the victims, CS Geoffrey Ruku expressed his heartfelt condolences and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the rebuilding effort.
“I stand with the residents of Kitui Village during this difficult time. Our priority is to ensure that no one is left behind. We are committed to providing the necessary support to help them recover and rebuild their lives with dignity,” said Ruku.
Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan, who has been on the ground since the fire broke out, praised the community’s resilience and pledged continued support.
“Together, we will rebuild. I assure my constituents that I will stand with them in their hour of need, as I always have,” said Hassan.
Residents and community leaders echoed these sentiments, commending the swift intervention that brought hope to a shaken neighbourhood.
“The speed with which help arrived made all the difference. Many of our people were sleeping on the cold ground just days ago. Today, they have shelter, food, and the assurance that they are not alone,” said a community elder who wished to remain anonymous.
As Kitui Village begins the long journey towards recovery, the joint response from government and parliamentary leadership stands as a testament to the power of solidarity in times of crisis. The relief efforts not only address immediate needs but also send a strong message of unity and perseverance.