Susan Nakhumicha has expressed deep gratitude following her nomination as Kenya’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) in Nairobi.
In an update on Friday, March 21, the former Cabinet Secretary for Health acknowledged the appointment with a heartfelt message of appreciation.
“In my heart, if I do not say the word 'thank you,' if I do not acknowledge the goodness of God, may my tongue cling to the roof of my mouth. Thank you, Mr. President," she said in her statement.
Nakhumicha's appointment was announced in a presidential action released on Thursday, March 20.
This new role will see Nakhumicha represent Kenya’s interests at UN-Habitat, the global agency responsible for sustainable urban development and human settlements.
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Notably, Nakhumicha's nomination came barely two weeks after Kiminini MP Maurice Kakai urged President William Ruto to consider Nakhumicha in future government appointments.
"Your Excellency, I believe that Nakhumicha was doing a very good job when she was in office. Mama Mary has said how competent, kind, and focused she was in helping the chairman. As you continue to arrange the government, remember Nakhumicha," he said
Responding to the request, Ruto acknowledged Nakhumicha's contributions to the health sector, stating that she did a commendable job during her tenure as cabinet secretary.
“I must thank two leaders, former Health CS Susan Nakhumicha who started with me, and current Health CS Deborah Barasa who is helping me in that sector," he said.
