Zelensky admits difficulties in appointing new Kyiv City Administration head due to lack of candidate interest

President comments on personnel search in the capital

Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the process of selecting a new candidate for the position of head of the Kyiv City Administration (KMDA) is complicated by the unwillingness of potential contenders to take on the responsibility. According to the President, despite active consultations, it has not yet been possible to find a leader ready to perform these duties.

Who discussed the possibility of appointment

Zelensky revealed that the personnel decision was discussed with a number of influential politicians and officials. Among them were former Infrastructure Minister Oleksandr Kubrakov, former Prime Minister Volodymyr Hroysman, former SBU Head Vasyl Maliuk, and former head of the State Agency for Reconstruction Yurii Sukhomlyn.

The President explained the reason for the candidates' refusal: “Ніхто не хоче братися за цю посаду, бо потім ніхто не скаже дякую, а будуть лише постійно дорікати в політиці” (No one wants to take on this position, because then no one will say thank you, they will only constantly criticise you in politics).

Who is currently running the city administration

After Tymur Tkachenko moved to the position of head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration (KOVA) on 30 July, First Deputy Andriy Tkachov assumed the duties of the head of the KMDA.