Tessie Musalia assumed the newly created Office of the Spouse of the Prime Cabinet Secretary following its launch by her husband, Musalia Mudavadi, on Friday, February 24.
In her new office founded by the government, Tessie was tasked with four key roles including focusing on improving the lives of children and families.
Mudavadi's spouse will also advance causes that bring dignity to persons living with disabilities and the elderly.
"The office is committed to promoting the well-being of Kenyan citizens by enhancing health with an emphasis on maternal and child healthcare.
"Also, promote the protection of the environment and improvement of sanitation," Musavadi unveiled.
It was noted that Tessie's role would complement the role of the various initiatives being undertaken by various government agencies including the Office of the First Lady.
“The Office of the Spouse to the Prime Cabinet Secretary was established by the Government to complement the work being done by the Office of the First Lady and the Office of the Spouse to the Deputy President,” read the statement in part.
First Lady Rachel Ruto had been focusing on the economic empowerment of women through various initiatives such as table banking while Pastor Dorcas Rigathi had been focusing on issues affecting the boy child.
On her part, Secretary to the Cabinet Mercy Wanjau noted the importance of the office to Kenyans who were facing various social challenges.
She also praised Tessie for her initiatives that were aimed at improving the lives of those in society.
"One thing that underwrites this kind of office is that the ambassador of families had decided to step out of herself, and her immediate family to make a difference in the Kenyan community," Wanjau stated.
Details of the office's location are yet to be made public.
