Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has strongly defended President William Ruto’s record in his first three years in office. He urged Kenyans and opposition leaders to “give the government time” amid ongoing criticism.
On 3 April 2026, Mwaura made statements rebuking opposition figures. He described their actions as unfair attacks. He emphasized that no earlier president has accomplished as much as Ruto has within three years. He called on political leaders across the divide. He urged them to support the Head of State. He noted that they themselves received support during their time in power. Mwaura highlighted ongoing development projects. These projects show that the administration remains focused on delivery. They also show a commitment to fulfilling campaign promises under the BETA (Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda) plan.
Points from Mwaura’s Defense
- Delivery on promises: The government spokesperson argued that tangible progress has been made despite economic challenges inherited in 2022. He pointed to infrastructure, economic growth, and sector-specific reforms.
- Call for patience: “Let’s give President William Ruto time to deliver on the promises he made to Kenyans.”
- Comparison with past administrations: Mwaura claimed Ruto’s achievements in three years surpass those of earlier leaders in similar periods. He urged critics to stop being “nostalgic” about their own tenures.
This comes as the opposition continues to criticize the government. Issues include the cost of living, public debt, foreign trips, and unmet expectations from the “hustler” narrative. Some analysts and citizens highlight a significant gap between early promises and current realities. This is especially true for many Kenyans, particularly youth and lower-income households. Recent Context (April 2026) These remarks are part of a broader government pushback. Ruto’s administration is nearing the midpoint of its term. Similar defenses have been issued in the past on topics like economic rankings. Kenya has moved from 8th to 6th largest economy in Africa. This includes teacher hiring with a target of 100,000. There is also the affordable housing rollout. Agricultural support and infrastructure projects have been mentioned as well. Public reaction on social media is mixed:
- Supporters share lists of achievements. These include GDP growth, digital jobs, stadium renovations, and health reforms (SHA). Major projects like SGR extensions and modern markets are also highlighted.
- Critics argue that high living costs, youth unemployment, and certain policy rollouts (e.g., taxes or loan recoveries) have overshadowed visible infrastructure gains.
Mwaura’s comments echo earlier government messaging that stresses long-term transformation over short-term pain.
