President William Ruto has enlisted key political rivals, including former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and former Senator Gideon Moi, for an ambitious plan to transform Kenya into a first-world country by 2055.

• The vision aims to elevate Kenya from a third-world country within the next 30 years, emphasizing collaboration across political divides.
• President Ruto dismissed critics, stating that national unity and putting aside political differences are crucial for achieving first-world status.
• He highlighted progress in healthcare, housing, and infrastructure, noting health insurance coverage expanded from 7 million to 26.7 million Kenyans.

President William Ruto has subtly responded to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's criticism regarding his engagement with KANU party leader Gideon Moi. Speaking on Sunday, October 12, Ruto affirmed his commitment to uniting leaders nationwide behind his economic transformation strategy, despite being accused of double standards.

• Ruto claims he has engaged with 80 percent of Members of Parliament, including former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and former President Uhuru Kenyatta, to explain his vision.
• The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Gachagua, speaking on Saturday, October 11, slammed Ruto's alliance with Moi, alleging it was meant to isolate the Mount Kenya Region.
• Gachagua accused Ruto of hypocrisy, stating that when Kalenjins unite it is called unity, but similar efforts in Mount Kenya are labeled tribalism.