Kenya's President William Ruto has consistently promoted the vision of transforming Kenya into an "African Singapore," highlighting ambitious infrastructure plans and economic development. However, this article critically examines the historical path and foundational differences between the two nations, arguing that Kenya's current trajectory makes this dream a fantasy.

• The article contrasts Kenya's 580,367 square kilometres and a population of approximately 54 million with Singapore's 719 square kilometres and about 5.9 million people.
• Singapore’s success is attributed to visionary leadership like Lee Kuan Yew, a zero-tolerance policy for corruption, strategic economic planning focusing on exports and human capital development, and fostering social cohesion.
• Conversely, Kenya’s development has been hampered by persistent corruption, political instability, inconsistent economic policies, and weak public institutions since its independence in 1963.