The Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) has backed the Roman Catholic Church’s recent criticism of President William Ruto’s administration.
This comes after the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) issued a strong statement accusing the government of fostering corruption, neglecting critical national issues, and failing to deliver on its promises.
The Catholic bishops condemned the administration for prioritizing personal interests over public welfare, citing rising taxation, youth unemployment, education challenges, and healthcare crises as key concerns. In response to the ACK's silence on the matter, speculation grew about their stance.
However, on Monday, ACK Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit declared support for the Catholic bishops, emphasizing the government’s failure to address pressing national issues. He dismissed the government’s criticism of the Catholic Church’s statement as dishonest, asserting that the bishops had articulated the genuine concerns of Kenyans.
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Sapit criticized the government’s approach to the new university funding model and the transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA), highlighting their detrimental impact on citizens.
He also raised the alarm over unresolved cases of forced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and widespread insecurity, urging the government to take responsibility.
Acknowledging ordinary Kenyans' frustrations, Sapit urged citizens to demand transparency, accountability, and swift reforms, particularly in essential sectors like healthcare. He cautioned that prayer alone would not solve systemic issues, calling for tangible government actions.
The government has defended its record, with officials claiming progress in some areas while accusing the Church of ignoring achievements.
President Ruto later assured the clergy that their concerns would be addressed, signaling a willingness to reconsider his administration’s approach.
