Ruto Launches Vision 2060 Talks, Calls for Legal Protection to Shield Plan From Future Sabotage - August 2026

President William Ruto launched national dialogue on Vision 2060, his economic transformation plan for Kenya, defending the timing occurring just one year before the 2027 general elections. He called for legal protection to shield the plan from future sabotage, ensuring continuity regardless of political changes. Critics including youth advocates and opposition figures have questioned the initiative, with concerns raised about unfulfilled campaign promises. Experts have also cast doubt on whether Kenya can match Singapore's economic growth trajectory even with Vision 2060 in place. The dialogue aims to bring together various stakeholders to discuss Kenya's economic future.