Ruto's Madaraka Day Speech: Celebrating Progress, Unity in Homabay

President Ruto's Madaraka Day Address Highlights Progress in Housing and Healthcare in Homabay County Homabay County, Kenya – President William Samoei Ruto addressed the nation on Madaraka Day, June 1st, 2025, during a ceremony in Homabay County. His speech focused on the remarkable progress achieved in affordable housing and healthcare, a key promise from his campaign. The president emphasized the significant role of citizen participation and contributions in realizing these achievements. "The remarkable progress we are making in both affordable housing and healthcare has been made possible by the solidarity, trust, and commitment with which Kenyans have participated in and contributed to the realization of radical positive change," President Ruto stated. The speech highlighted the success of housing levy contributions in restoring dignity to fellow citizens who may never have dreamed of owning a decent home. He also thanked those supporting SHA and their efforts to make universal health coverage a reality. Furthermore, President Ruto detailed the impact of fertilizer subsidies, which have boosted food production by 50%, and the reforms in the coffee and sugar sectors that have revived local industries and enhanced farmers' incomes. The president's address concluded with a message of optimism and a call for continued collaborative efforts to build a better Kenya. The Madaraka Day event in Homabay County served as a platform for the president to showcase his administration's achievements and reiterate his commitment to the well-being of all Kenyans.