Head of Government Delivery Services Peter Mbae resigns citing challenging work environment

Peter Mbae, the Head of Government Delivery Services (GDS), has announced his resignation, citing a challenging work environment and persistent unresolved issues. In a formal request to resign shared through his X account on Monday, January 13, 2025, Mbae discussed his public service journey and the factors leading to his departure.

Mbae was first appointed by the Public Service Commission in January 2023 as the Secretary of Investments Promotion in the Ministry of Investments, Trade, and Industry (MITI), where he also led the Ministerial Delivery Unit. In October 2023, he moved to the Ministry of Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management as Head of Ministerial Programmes. His responsibilities expanded in June 2024 when he became Head of Government Delivery Services, overseeing the implementation of government programmes and projects across various ministries, departments, and agencies.

Despite approaching his work with dedication and a genuine desire to contribute to the Kenya Kwanza Government’s vision for sustainable transformation for citizens, Mbae pointed out that ongoing unresolved issues hindered his ability to fulfill his responsibilities effectively.

“In all these positions, I served diligently with utmost commitment and sacrifice, driven solely by the genuine desire to achieve sustainable transformation in the lives of citizens in line with the Kenya Kwanza Government manifesto,” Mbae stated.

Mbae expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve but requested formal disengagement from his position to pursue other interests. He highlighted the significance of transparency and accountability to the Kenyan public, especially in light of the considerable attention surrounding his appointment.

“In order to be accountable to the people of Kenya, owing to the fact that the appointment was widely circulated, I therefore request to formally disengage from this appointment so as to pursue other interests.
I thank you for the opportunity and trust you bestowed on me to serve in the public service,” Mbae stated.