President William Ruto has announced that the government has successfully stabilized the country’s economy and is now poised to prioritize the implementation of key development projects.
Speaking at the Kerio Valley Interdenominational Prayer Service in Tot, Elgeyo-Marakwet County, the President emphasized that economic challenges had previously stalled significant development programs over the past two years.
“Now that we have stabilized our economy, we can engage much more robustly in the development of infrastructure,” he stated, assuring Kenyans that they would soon witness the rollout of various initiatives aimed at enhancing the nation’s growth.
Despite the hurdles faced, President Ruto highlighted notable advancements in several sectors, including security, agriculture, healthcare, education, and electricity connectivity. “Kenya is going places. We are determined to change the destiny of this country,” he declared.
Reflecting on his tenure since taking office, Ruto recalled a time when the nation grappled with food shortages that spurred rising prices and public protests. He credited effective planning and a subsidized fertilizer program for the increase in food production, which has contributed to a decrease in the cost of living.
On security matters, the President assured citizens that the government’s efforts to combat threats would persist until every part of the country is secure, particularly addressing issues of banditry in the Kerio Valley. He also committed to the restoration of health facilities, schools, and other social amenities in the region, insisting that “in the next three months, all the schools must be reopened and all children must be back to school.”
Governor Wisley Rotich of Elgeyo-Marakwet praised the newfound peace and stability in Kerio Valley, noting that it has started to unlock the region’s economic potential, which had been stifled by insecurity for the past four decades. West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin urged leaders to foster peace and coexistence among the diverse communities in the area to ensure lasting harmony.
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot acknowledged the significant strides made by the government, affirming their commitment to ongoing transformative programs. “We are not where we want to be, but we are not where we were two years ago,” he remarked, encouraging Kenyans to register for the Taifa Care program for added benefits.
Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen commended the security agencies for their dedication to maintaining peace and order, while Opiyo Wandayi reiterated the Cabinet’s focus on supporting the President in achieving the country’s development agenda. “We will not be distracted by the naysayers,” he added, emphasizing a united front in moving Kenya forward.
