Ruto vows to end tribalism as he pulls massive crowds in Nairobi

President William Ruto has officially commenced a five-day tour of Nairobi County, beginning in the Kamukunji area, where he assured Kenyans that his top priority remains the complete eradication of tribalism in the country.

Speaking on Monday, March 10, 2025, during the commissioning of the Kamukunji Technical and Vocational College, the head of state reiterated his strong aversion to ethnic divisions, emphasising that he has deliberately sought unity with more leaders in pursuit of a peaceful and prosperous Kenya.

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According to Ruto, fostering national cohesion is one of the fundamental steps Kenya must take to revive itself from past political turmoil and move forward with meaningful development projects that will directly benefit its citizens.

“I am here with all leaders of Nairobi, and we have unanimously agreed to work together. With utmost respect, we have declared that we do not want hatred, tribalism, or division anymore. Our goal is to cooperate, remain united, and build a strong and prosperous nation that serves the interests of all Kenyans,” the president stated.

Development Projects

And just like clockwork, Ruto hopped aboard his promises bandwagon, showering the eager crowd with a grand spectacle of development pledges his administration has earmarked for Nairobi.  

He assured residents that the national government, in collaboration with the Nairobi County Government, would swiftly address longstanding infrastructural challenges, particularly those affecting traders and low-income communities.

“You must acquire skills that will enable you to help us propel Kenya forward. Kamukunji, hoiye! Secondly, you have struggled with a market here for over a decade—a place that has remained in ruins. I am here today to officially announce that both the national government and the county government will join forces, and within the next three months, we shall construct a modern market. This will accommodate more traders, bolster our economy, and ensure Kenya moves forward,” Ruto declared.

The president further announced the launch of an ambitious Nairobi River Regeneration Project, which he described as a transformative initiative aimed at improving the capital city’s environmental and sanitation conditions.

He outlined a comprehensive plan that includes the installation of a 60-kilometre sewer line to eliminate wastewater pollution, extensive cleanup efforts to restore the river, and the construction of 50,000 affordable social housing units to benefit low-income residents.

“This is one of the most significant projects we are initiating today—the Nairobi River Regeneration Programme. We shall install a 60-kilometre sewer line to eliminate waste discharge into the river. We shall clear the sewage, clean Nairobi River, and construct 50,000 social housing units to benefit low-income earners in this city. This will not only enhance Nairobi’s cleanliness but will also provide employment opportunities for young people,” he said, drawing applause from the crowd.

Ruto emphasised that the initiative will create 30,000 job opportunities for young people, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to addressing urban unemployment while simultaneously improving living conditions in Nairobi.

National cohesion

In his closing remarks, the President urged Nairobi residents—and Kenyans at large—to embrace unity and reject the forces of division, stating that national progress can only be achieved through collective effort and cooperation.

He reminded the crowd of his recent agreement with opposition leader Raila Odinga, in which they resolved to work together for the greater good of the country and said that the journey towards a better country had started the moment they shook hands.

“Lastly, I have come here today to ask, with humility, the people of Nairobi and all Kenyans to remember that unity is strength, while division is weakness. I urge you to accept that we must come together and not allow ourselves to be divided. Only by standing as one will we be able to confront Kenya’s challenges head-on and ensure we have sufficient experts to drive our nation forward. You all saw that just recently, Raila Odinga and I agreed to unite Kenya. We agreed to leave behind discrimination and tribalism. Kenya is one country, and all of us belong to one nation. Let us join hands to build a future that belongs to every Kenyan.”