Religious Leaders Criticize Government and Politicization of the Pulpit - November 2025

The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) issued a strong statement emphasizing that the church altar should not be used as a political platform, amidst growing concerns about the politicization of religious spaces. Separately, the Catholic Bishops in Kenya have criticized the government, stating it is failing its citizens by not addressing pressing national issues. The bishops accused the current administration of neglecting the real challenges faced by Kenyans. They specifically urged President Ruto to address critical issues, calling for improvements in the education sector and resolving challenges with Social Health Authority (SHA) operations.