President William Ruto has challenged Kenyans and their leaders to reject mediocrity and commit to transforming the nation into a First-World country, asserting that Kenya must not settle for less or remain comfortable in its classification as a developing nation.
Speaking during the Pentecostal Assemblies of God (PAG) – Kenya 100 Years Anniversary Celebrations at Nyang’ori High School Grounds in Vihiga County, President Ruto stated that the leadership is fully responsible for the country’s current challenges and insisted it is time for decisive action and higher standards.
“We must change this country. We cannot continue to talk without acting. Kenya is not supposed to be a Third World country,” the President declared.
Ruto placed the blame for Kenya’s slow progress and underdevelopment squarely on its leaders, rather than the citizens.
“Sisi kama viongozi ndio tumeangusha taifa letu la Kenya. We are squarely responsible for where Kenya is today — a Third World country when others have moved ahead. We keep talking, but we don’t act,” he said.
The Head of State called on leaders to embrace accountability and raise the bar of governance, stressing that Kenya belongs in the league of developed nations.
“We are playing in the wrong league. We were not made to be a Third World country. We are a First-World country and must attain it in our lifetime,” he affirmed.
Ruto highlighted the progress made during his administration’s first three years in agriculture, education, healthcare, housing, and cost of living, but acknowledged that much more remains to be done.
“We have reduced the cost of living, hired more teachers, and improved healthcare and housing, but that is only the first phase. We still have a long way to go to truly transform Kenya,” he said.
The President also underscored the importance of building strong health systems, noting that unlike biblical times, modern challenges require practical investment.
“Yesu aliwaponya watu bila kujenga hospitali. Lakini kwa sababu sisi sio Yesu, lazima tujenge hospitali na tuweke madawa. I want to assure Kenyans that healthcare remains a top priority,” Ruto said.
Ruto further reaffirmed his commitment to steering Kenya towards greatness, pledging that his government will continue to drive reforms and investments that elevate the country towards industrial and social prosperity.
“Liwe liwalo, hii Kenya lazima tuibadilishe. We cannot continue as before. We must act and make Kenya what it was meant to be – a great and prosperous nation,” the President vowed.
