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- The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops criticized President Ruto’s administration, citing issues like corruption, unfulfilled promises, high taxation, and challenges in healthcare and education reforms.
- The bishops also raised concerns over political infighting, rising insecurity, and urged Kenyans to unite in prayer amid growing public anxiety.
The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) has strongly criticized President William Ruto’s administration, condemning what they describe as a “culture of lies, corruption, unfulfilled promises, and misplaced priorities.”
Led by Archbishop Maurice Muhatia of Kisumu, the bishops expressed concern over the government’s perceived inaction on critical issues affecting Kenyans, including high taxation, unemployment, the ongoing challenges with the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in education, and the recent transition from NHIF to the Social Health Authority (SHA).
Archbishop Muhatia voiced frustration, stating, “We have made clear statements many times with little response from the government.
There is an underlying anxiety, and trust in the government is eroding.” Bishop Dominic Kimengich of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret echoed this sentiment, highlighting unresolved issues such as rising taxes, obstacles in obtaining missionary work permits, and the youth unemployment crisis.
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He emphasized that the political culture of “lies and unkept promises” cannot continue.
The bishops also criticized local politicians for their self-serving agendas, warning that political infighting risks fragmenting the nation and deepening societal divisions.
The clergy raised concerns over a proposed bill that could extend the presidential term to seven years, questioning the motivations behind such a move and its potential impact on national unity.
Additionally, the bishops expressed disappointment over the government’s failure to settle arrears owed to faith-based hospitals under the NHIF.
They voiced concern over the new SHA model, which they believe has complicated healthcare access for many Kenyans.
On matters of security, Archbishop Muhatia questioned the government’s ability to address the alarming rise in abductions, disappearances, and killings.
The bishops concluded with a call for unity and prayer, urging Kenyans to come together during these challenging times.