President William Ruto has unveiled an ambitious vision to elevate Kenya from a developing nation to a first-world country within the next two to three decades. Speaking on Sunday at the African Divine Church in Gamalenga, Vihiga County, Ruto said his administration will soon present a detailed set of proposals to Parliament outlining the long-term strategy for this transformation.
According to the President, the government’s plan focuses on three key sectors—infrastructure, energy, and agriculture—as the foundation for Kenya’s economic leap. Ruto revealed that the country will require about Sh1.5 trillion for infrastructure development, including the construction of roads, railways, and airports. Another Sh1.5 trillion will be invested in expanding the nation’s energy capacity to support industrial growth and reliable power supply.
In addition, a similar amount will be directed toward agricultural development, with the goal of bringing at least two million acres of land under active cultivation. This move, he said, aims to transform Kenya from a food-importing nation to a net exporter of agricultural produce.
Ruto emphasized that these ambitious projects will not rely on increased taxation but rather on innovative strategies and resourceful planning.
“To raise that money, we do not have to raise taxes; we just need brains—and that we have,” he stated confidently.
The President expressed optimism that with sound planning and dedicated implementation, Kenya could achieve first-world status within 20 to 30 years.
“We have the plans and the vision to change this country from a Third World country to a First World country,” Ruto said. “It is possible to take this country to that level in our lifetime.”
Ruto’s announcement marks one of his most daring economic visions yet, signaling a long-term development roadmap aimed at reshaping Kenya’s global standing.
