Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced a major change to access to birth certificates, stating that Kenyans can now obtain the documents without visiting Huduma Centers or civil registry offices.
Kenyans who have successfully applied for the birth certificates will now be able to download and print them online, removing the need to visit Huduma Centers or civil registry offices for collection.
“Kenyans can now download and print birth certificates online, a significant step towards improving accessibility and reducing the time required to obtain essential documentS,” he announced.
Several Directorate Heads Meet at Nyayo House
This announcement was made by the Interior CS on Monday, June 22, after a consultative meeting at Nyayo House in Nairobi.
According to the Interior CS, the meeting brought together Principal Secretary Dr. Belio Kipsang and heads of various directorates to assess progress on key commitments made during previous engagements.
Murkomen said the department had made notable achievements in improving service delivery and expanding access to government services.
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“This morning, I held a strategic consultative meeting with the leadership of the State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services, led by Principal Secretary Dr. Belio Kipsang, together with Heads of Directorates, at Nyayo House, Nairobi,” he said.
One of the key reforms announced during the meeting was the digitization of birth certificate services.
Why Online Birth Certificates Access
Murkomen said the move was informed by concerns raised during the Jukwaa la Usalama public engagement forums.
The new system is expected to make it easier for citizens to access birth certificates without having to travel long distances or spend extended periods at government offices.
Further, the State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services is continuing to decentralize passport issuance services.
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Murkomen revealed that plans are underway to establish physical passport application and collection centers in Kilifi County, adding to the counties already offering the services.
The expansion is intended to bring passport services closer to citizens and reduce congestion at existing centers.
Government Commits to More Reforms
As the new financial year begins, Murkomen said the government remains committed to reforms and innovations that improve service delivery across public institutions.
“We remain committed to supporting reforms and innovations that enhance service delivery, improve citizen experience, and ensure government services are accessible, efficient, and responsive to the needs of all Kenyans,” he said.
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