Principal Secretary (PS) for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke, has commended Ministry staff for their dedication, professionalism, teamwork, and unwavering commitment to delivering quality public services to the nation.
PS Isaboke was speaking at the Ministry Headquarters, Teleposta Towers, Nairobi, where he led Ministry Staff in celebrating his recent National Performance Awards.
PS Isaboke attributed the recognition to strong teamwork and renewed efforts toward excellence in public service. He emphasised that the accolades reflect the collective effort of all staff in driving reforms, strengthening systems, and improving service delivery to Kenyans.
Isaboke said the honours underscore a renewed commitment to public service excellence across all Departments within the Ministry.
“This recognition is not mine alone; it belongs to the entire team. Every transaction and process you manage makes these results possible,” he declared.
PS Isaboke was honoured with two prestigious National Awards, Achievement of an Unmodified Audit Opinion and Leadership in Driving the Public Service Transformational Agenda, during the 2025 End-of-Year Public Service Reflection Dinner and Agenda-Setting Retreat held at the Tom Mboya Labour College in Kisumu.
The event was hosted by the Chief-of-Staff and Head of Public Service, Mr. Felix Koskei, with the Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury and Economic Planning, John Mbadi, as the Chief Guest.
The Awards, presented by the Public Service, highlight PS Isaboke’s role in strengthening financial integrity, advancing institutional reforms, and improving service delivery.
Achieving an Unmodified Audit Opinion, he noted, reflects rigorous stewardship of public resources and confirms that departmental systems met the highest standards of accountability.
Regarding the Transformational Leadership Award, PS Isaboke described the recognition as a pleasant surprise and an affirmation of the Ministry’s collective commitment to advancing public service transformation.
He credited the honour to the Ministry staff’s dedication and consistent pursuit of excellence.
The PS highlighted ongoing reforms since his appointment, including weekly planning meetings, efforts to strengthen departmental capacity, and measures to ensure that the Kenya News Agency remains vibrant and responsive.
He also underscored the Ministry’s progress in fast-tracking key policies and legislative instruments, including the Communication Policy, Access to Information frameworks, and provisions of the Data Act.
“This year’s gathering provided an opportunity to assess ongoing programmes and align them with next year’s implementation agenda, the only way we can meet public expectations is by ensuring our systems and policies remain responsive to citizens’ needs. We have made progress, but there is still work ahead,” he said.
PS Isaboke urged staff to uphold responsibility, teamwork, and accountability, stressing that performance and timely delivery remain central as the government enters a year focused on completing and implementing ongoing programmes.
He encouraged officers to maintain openness, embrace work-life balance, and actively participate in capacity-building initiatives, including recent AI and fact-checking training programmes for Public Communication Officers.
As 2025 draws to a close, PS Isaboke thanked staff for their dedication and extended warm Seasons greetings and best wishes.
“Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2026. Take care of yourselves, recharge, and come back ready to deliver. Without you, the work cannot be done,” expressed Isaboke
The PS’s recognition highlights the crucial role of teamwork, transparency, and effective management in public service.
The Awards serve as a benchmark for excellence, inspiring other ministries and departments to strengthen accountability and advance transformational reforms across government operations.
By Ian Chepkuto
