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August 2, 2026
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Ruto Defends Vision 2060, Says Plan Will Be Insulated From Politics

Ruto Defends Vision 2060, Says Plan Will Be Insulated From Politics

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 2 — President William Ruto has defended the government’s proposed Vision 2060 blueprint, saying the long-term development plan will be anchored in the Constitution and protected from…..

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President William Ruto has defended the government's new Vision 2060 development plan, stating it will be constitutionally anchored and insulated from political interference.

  • The initiative aims to operationalize the development agenda within Kenya's 2010 Constitution.
  • President Ruto announced nationwide public consultations will begin on August 12 to develop the plan.
  • This new blueprint will succeed Vision 2030, guiding Kenya's economic and social transformation for decades.

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Ruto Defends Vision 2060, Says Plan Will Be Insulated From Politics - August 2026

President William Ruto has defended the government's new Vision 2060 development plan, stating it will be constitutionally anchored and insulated from political interference. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has renewed his attack on the initiative, urging focus on immediate economic and security issues instead of long-term development plans. Meanwhile, a group of UDA leaders in Kitui County has urged residents of the Ukambani region to support President William Ruto's re-election bid and his Vision 2063 development agenda. Additionally, Kinanie Member of County Assembly Francis Kavyu has officially joined the United Democratic Alliance, declaring his intention to vie for the Mavoko parliamentary seat in 2027.

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Gachagua Renews Attack on Vision 2060, Demands Action on Economy and Security

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UDA leaders rally Ukambani behind Ruto's Vision 2063, re-election bid

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