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President William Ruto’s week was marked by a significant milestone as he handed over 1,080 housing units to beneficiaries of the Mukuru Affordable Housing Project in Embakasi South, Nairobi — the highlight of his week.
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The 56-acre Mukuru project, which began in October 2022, comprises 13,248 units. Speaking at the event, Ruto described the day as one of the most meaningful in his political career, calling it a turning point for the country’s bottom-up economic model.
“We’re not just handing over keys to houses, but to homes — and to dignity,” he said. “We’re making bold, necessary decisions that will change Kenya permanently.”
He noted that over 200 housing developments are underway nationwide, currently employing more than 200,000 young people.
The Mukuru project includes 5,616 bedsitters (26 blocks), 3,024 one-bedroom units (14 blocks), and 4,608 two-bedroom units (48 blocks). Designed to accommodate various income levels, the homes are categorized into social, affordable, and upper-middle-income units.
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The rent-to-own scheme sets monthly rates at Sh3,900 for bedsitters, Sh4,000 for one-bedrooms, and Sh5,000 for two-bedrooms.
May 20 (Monday)
Ruto welcomed South Africa’s acting Director-General of State Security Agency, Ambassador Gloria Nozuko Bam, to State House. Their discussions focused on the strategic role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in national security. The president urged African intelligence agencies to collaborate on AI, describing it as essential for threat detection and safeguarding social stability.
May 21 (Wednesday)
The president bid farewell to outgoing Algerian Ambassador Boumedine Mahi, praising his contribution to strengthening Kenya-Algeria ties. Ruto reaffirmed the two nations’ strong diplomatic, economic, and multilateral cooperation, including joint efforts in agriculture and peacebuilding through platforms like the African Union and United Nations.
That same day, he met leaders from Kitui, Makueni, and Machakos to push forward regional development plans. He emphasized the need for leaders to make tough, transformative decisions rather than convenient ones, advocating for collaboration and resource mobilization to drive economic progress.
May 22 (Thursday)
Ruto received a status update on South Sudan from the Tumaini Peace Initiative team, led by retired Lt-General Lazarus Sumbeiywo and Ambassador Mohammed Guyo. He stressed that lasting peace in South Sudan is vital for the region’s stability and reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to supporting mediation and peacebuilding efforts.
Later, he held discussions with the National Executive Council of Maendeleo ya Wanawake Organisation, led by Rahab Mwikali Muiu. He acknowledged the group’s pivotal role in empowering grassroots women and assured continued government support in areas such as health, water access, and community empowerment.
May 23 (Friday)
President Ruto met with the Faith-Based Health Services Consortium, led by Bishop Charles Asilutwa, to discuss the rollout of Universal Health Coverage and address challenges in social health service delivery.
He also held separate meetings with representatives from the Evangelical Alliance of Kenya and the Association of Evangelicals of Africa. Ruto commended religious leaders for their role in conflict resolution and development, promising close collaboration to foster peace and transformation across Africa.
To end the week, he inspected progress on the Soweto affordable housing project in Kibera.
