President Uhuru Kenyatta. [Photo/the-star.co.ke]
Insider information indicates that President Uhuru Kenyatta is very deep in the process of compiling a list of individuals that he wants to be in his next cabinet.The process is proving to be a delicate one as competing considerations have to be made.These are the considerations that are informing president Uhuru's thinking process as far as forming a second-term cabinet is concerned:Rewarding political loyalty: There are quite a number of individuals who sacrificed a lot in supporting Uhuru's re-election.The president will have to reward them with a cabinet position as an expression of his gratitude.Professionalism: President Uhuru will also have to ensure that the people who will be joining his cabinet are people who have the knowledge and the skills to carry out their responsibilities.2022 succession politics: Politics will also play a huge role in the formation of the cabinet.It has to be done in such a way that it will not endanger DP Ruto's 2022 presidential ambitions.Legacy: As he begins his second term, the president would want to leave behind a strong legacy.He will, therefore, want to bring on board people who will help him shape that legacy.