President William Ruto has admitted that his government has not fully delivered on its promises and commitments to Kenyans since taking office in September 2022.
Speaking during the 61st Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens, the President acknowledged the gap between his administration's aspirations and achievements but assured Kenyans that progress is underway.
"I readily concede that we are yet to reach the destination of our aspirations because we have not yet delivered fully on all our commitments," he said.
Despite this, President Ruto highlighted significant improvements in the nation’s welfare, attributing these to reforms implemented under his leadership.
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"We have moved beyond pledges and commitments and are now making progress with our implementation strategies," he remarked. "Our ability to feed the people, keep them healthy, empower them, connect them with opportunities, and protect their freedom is improving by leaps and bounds."
He outlined key achievements, including efforts to stabilize the economy, roll out the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) under Taifa Care, and create a conducive business environment.
Addressing critics, Ruto urged constructive engagement and called for an end to persistent negativity. "We encourage everyone, including our critics, to engage on the basis of facts and the truth," he said. "For how long will cynics deny the tangible progress being made, such as affordable housing and employment opportunities for thousands of Kenyans?"
The President reaffirmed his commitment to the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda, which he said is designed to address long-standing challenges affecting the country.
"I count myself among millions of Kenyans who want the best for our nation and are committed to the hard work required to achieve our dreams," he said. "When we unite with a shared vision for nation-building, we can create a great legacy that will inspire generations to come."
