State Officers in the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development Sign Ministerial Performance Contract

Kenya, 21 April 2026 - Principal Secretary, State Department for National Government Coordination Ahmed Abdisalan Ibrahim witnessed the signing of the FY 2025/2026 Ministerial Performance Contract for the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development by the Cabinet Secretary, Mutahi Kagwe at a ceremony that took place at the Ministry's Headquarter, Kilimo House, Nairobi.

The leaders said the signing of the Ministerial Performance Contract is an important step in setting clear objectives and expectations for the fiscal year.

Such contracts typically outline specific goals, performance indicators, and strategies for improving service delivery within the ministry.

This ceremony, attended by Principal Secretary Ahmed Abdisalan Ibrahim and Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, underscores the government's commitment to enhancing agricultural productivity, ensuring food security, and supporting livestock development in the country. 

The State Department for National Government Coordination plays a crucial role in ensuring that various ministries, state departments, and agencies meet their performance targets and adhere to the national development agenda. By overseeing performance management and monitoring and evaluation (M&E), the department can Enhance Accountability and ensures that ministries are held accountable for their performance and outcomes, fostering a culture of transparency and responsibility.

This oversight is important in sectors like agriculture and livestock development, where performance directly impacts food security, economic growth, and the welfare of communities. Overall, the State Department for National Government Coordination's efforts in performance management and evaluation are key to driving national development effectively.