- President Ruto urges Kenyans to welcome street children, emphasizing love and family inclusion
- He highlights children as a vital resource, countering labor shortages in other countries
- Ruto envisions a visa-free Kenya, promoting positivity amid negative narratives about the nation
In a heartfelt address at the Eldoret State Lodge, President William Ruto, accompanied by First Lady Rachel Ruto, urged Kenyans to open their homes to street children, emphasizing the significance of parental love and care. He spoke passionately about utilizing empty beds in households and transforming the lives of these children.
President William Ruto.
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“We have too many bedrooms in Kenya without children. Empty beds in our homes. We have empty seats on our dining tables. Please let’s make those empty beds useful. These children of Kenya can be part of our families, they can be part of our society. And they are wonderful children, innocent human beings, God’s creation,” Ruto conveyed.
The president underscored the value of children as a crucial resource in Kenya, pointing out that the country stands in contrast to others facing labor shortages due to a lack of children.
“During my travels abroad, I’ve been asked to send Kenyans to some countries to provide labor because those countries do not produce enough children,” President Ruto revealed.
Encouraging a sense of responsibility towards street children and their families, Ruto called on Kenyans to ensure decent living standards for them. Additionally, he reiterated his vision of making Kenya a visa-free destination for visitors, citing Nairobi’s recognition as the best city in the world to visit.
“Let’s love our country. There are so many negative stories out there. There is a small issue somewhere, it is blown out of proportion. Another issue somewhere, people talk negatively about our country. It’s completely unnecessary,” the president further stated.
