Ruto assures Kenyans amid claims of failed state
By William Muthama, July 15, 2025President William Ruto has strongly refuted claims that Kenya is a failed state, affirming that the nation is stable, progressing economically, and poised for even greater transformation.
Speaking at State House, Nairobi, during the launch of the Affordable Housing Internship Programme on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, the Head of State dismissed the failed state narrative as politically motivated and factually misleading.
“Let nobody lie to you: Kenya is not a failed state. We are a great country,” Ruto declared, urging citizens to reject what he called “negativity meant to undermine national pride.”
Economic indicators
Ruto cited key economic indicators to illustrate Kenya’s progress since he assumed office. He noted that inflation had dropped from 9.6 per cent in 2022 to 3.8 per cent in 2025.
At the same time, the Kenyan shilling had strengthened from Ksh165 to Ksh130 against the US dollar, and foreign exchange reserves had grown from $7 billion to $10.8 billion.
“These are not opinions; they are facts. The truth is stubborn,” he stated. “The IMF recently ranked Kenya as the sixth-largest economy in Africa. That does not happen in a failed state.”
The president accused detractors of ignoring these achievements and undermining public confidence.
“Transformation is difficult. It takes courage and vision. But my commitment to Kenya’s progress is not reversible,” he said.
Vision for future
Ruto reaffirmed that his administration would continue to focus on economic reforms, infrastructure, and service delivery, stressing that these pillars would drive inclusive national development.
“We are laying a foundation that will carry Kenya into a future of innovation, investment, and opportunity for all,” he said.
He assured the public that despite criticism, the government was on track to deliver. “Our nation is thriving, and we are just getting started,” he concluded.
Reject false narratives
The President called on Kenyans to embrace optimism and unity, saying, “We must reject those who want to tell us otherwise. Kenya is not a failed state; it is a rising one.”