Kenya Champions Public Sector Reforms as PS Idris Dokota Leads Delegation to UN Public Service Forum in Georgia
Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to building efficient, transparent and citizen-centered public institutions as the country participates in the United Nations Public Service Forum (UNPSF) 2026 currently underway in Tbilisi, Georgia.
The Kenyan delegation is being led by the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Cabinet Affairs, Dr. Idris Salim Dokota, PhD., CBS, who is representing the country at the high-level global gathering that has brought together government leaders, policymakers, public administration experts, development partners and governance practitioners from across the world.
The forum is being held under the theme, "Transforming Public Institutions: Advancing Innovation, Accountability, Participation, and Inclusion," with discussions centered on how governments can modernize public institutions to meet the evolving needs of citizens while strengthening accountability, transparency and inclusive governance.
For Kenya, participation in the prestigious United Nations forum reflects the Government's determination to accelerate public sector reforms aimed at enhancing institutional performance, improving service delivery and strengthening coordination across government ministries, departments and agencies.
As the country's lead institution in coordinating Cabinet affairs and government policy implementation, the State Department for Cabinet Affairs has continued to spearhead reforms designed to improve efficiency in decision-making, strengthen policy coherence and promote effective performance management throughout the public service.
Speaking during the engagements, the Kenyan delegation underscored the importance of responsive public institutions that are capable of adapting to rapidly changing economic, technological and social environments.
The discussions in Tbilisi have particularly focused on how governments can harness innovation and digital technologies to improve governance systems while ensuring that public institutions remain accountable, transparent and inclusive.
Kenya's participation comes at a time when the Government is implementing wide-ranging reforms aimed at modernizing public administration through digital transformation, enhanced policy coordination and improved service delivery mechanisms.
The reforms are expected to strengthen institutional capacity, reduce bureaucratic inefficiencies and ensure that citizens receive government services more efficiently and transparently.
The UN Public Service Forum also provides participating countries with an opportunity to exchange experiences, showcase successful reforms and learn from global best practices that have transformed public administration in different jurisdictions.
Through the platform, Kenya is sharing its progress in public sector modernization while drawing valuable lessons from countries that have successfully implemented innovative governance models.
The engagements are further expected to deepen international partnerships and foster collaboration with development partners supporting governance reforms, institutional strengthening and digital transformation initiatives across the public sector.
Government officials noted that collaboration and knowledge sharing remain essential in addressing emerging governance challenges, particularly as countries seek to build resilient institutions capable of responding to changing citizen expectations and global developments.
Kenya has continued to prioritize reforms that promote efficiency, accountability and inclusivity within public institutions, recognizing that strong governance systems are fundamental to sustainable economic growth and national development.
The country's reform agenda aligns with broader national development priorities that seek to improve service delivery, strengthen public confidence in government institutions and ensure that public resources are managed prudently and transparently.
The United Nations Public Service Forum has over the years become one of the world's leading platforms for advancing excellence in public administration by encouraging governments to adopt innovative approaches that improve governance and enhance citizens' access to quality public services.
As deliberations continue in Tbilisi, Kenya remains committed to leveraging the knowledge and partnerships emerging from the forum to accelerate ongoing reforms and build a modern, agile and responsive public service capable of meeting the aspirations of its people.
By participating in the global forum, the country has once again reaffirmed its resolve to build strong, innovative and accountable institutions that serve as the foundation for sustainable development, social equity and improved livelihoods for all Kenyans.
The outcomes of the forum are expected to inform future policy initiatives as Kenya continues its journey towards creating a more efficient, digitally enabled and citizen-focused public service anchored on transparency, accountability and excellence in governance.