President William Ruto has praised leaders across Kenya’s political spectrum for embracing a transformative and inclusive approach to governance, crediting the collective effort for the progress made under his administration’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).
Speaking during a visit to Mukuru slums in Nairobi, Ruto expressed pride in the strides made by his government, attributing them to bold decisions and strong political will — including support from opposition leader Raila Odinga.
“I must thank leaders from across the political divide, more particularly Raila Odinga, for agreeing that this country requires unity — citizens and leaders working together for Kenya,” Ruto stated.
The President affirmed that the BETA model was built on tough but necessary decisions, adding that the results were becoming increasingly visible.
“When we said bottom-up transformation, we meant it,” he said. “We knew it was not going to be easy, but we made the choices — and the results are there for everybody to see.”
Ruto called on Kenyans to believe in their country and its potential, warning that a lack of national self-confidence would undermine the sacrifices made by past generations.
“I want to encourage us to believe in our country, to believe in ourselves,” he urged. “If we don’t, we will let down our nation.”
In what appeared to be a thinly veiled attack on Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with whom he is reportedly at odds, Ruto distanced himself from ethnic politics and said his administration would only work with progressive and courageous leaders.
“We don’t share a vision with tribalists, haters, or those who thrive on disunity,” he declared. “We share a vision with those who believe in the unity of Kenya — in a broad-based government that brings all Kenyans together.”
The President’s remarks come amid growing political tension within his administration, with factional rifts threatening to destabilize the ruling coalition ahead of the 2027 elections.
