Government Spokesperson Defends President Ruto’s Relauch of Stalled Projects as a Noble Act of Accountability

Nairobi, Kenya – August 22, 2024: Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has come to the defense of President William Ruto’s recent trend of relaunching stalled projects across the country, describing it as a noble act of accountability and commitment to national development. Speaking at a press briefing in Nairobi, Mwaura emphasized that the President’s efforts to revive previously stalled initiatives demonstrate a strong intention to ensure their completion and align them with the government’s broader development goals.

A Commitment to Accountability

Mwaura addressed the media, highlighting that President Ruto’s decision to relaunch stalled projects is a testament to his dedication to accountability. “If a project is stalled and it is relaunched, there is nothing as noble as that. It is the greatest extent of accountability,” Mwaura stated. He further explained that Ruto’s actions reflect a commitment to see that these projects, which were initiated by the previous administration, are completed and serve their intended purposes.

Mwaura noted that many of the projects currently being relaunched had stalled due to inadequate funding, a challenge largely attributed to the massive loans that Kenya is currently managing. By revisiting these projects, President Ruto is not only ensuring their completion but also fulfilling the promises he made to Kenyans during his campaign.

“When you see His Excellency the President making sure that which had been started is moving on, it clearly means there is every intention that the project is completed and serves its intention," Mwaura added.

Reinforcing Campaign Promises

The spokesperson also reiterated that the relaunching of projects, even those previously launched during Ruto’s tenure as Deputy President, is part of the President’s broader strategy to keep his promises to the Kenyan people. “When you re-engineer it again and have it relaunched, then that is very noble, and even if he had launched them while he was then Deputy President, he is just keeping the promise," Mwaura emphasized.

Clarifying Misconceptions

Mwaura’s comments come on the heels of remarks by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, who recently addressed public concerns regarding the relaunching of projects. Hussein responded to criticisms by clarifying that the relaunch of projects is a formal event marking the commencement of newly awarded contracts, rather than an unnecessary repetition. “A project launch is often just a ceremonial event, and it

sometimes occurs after works have already begun, hence the phrase ‘OFFICIAL LAUNCH’. Don’t overly concern yourself with plaques," Hussein Mohamed noted.

Addressing Broader Government Concerns

In addition to defending the project relaunches, Mwaura touched on other pressing issues, including the controversy surrounding the new university education funding model. He indicated that the government is still reviewing the model to address concerns and ensure it aligns with the overall goal of making education more accessible and affordable for all Kenyans.

Looking Ahead

As President Ruto continues to relaunch and push forward with stalled projects, his administration is positioning these efforts as a demonstration of accountability and a commitment to delivering on promises made to the Kenyan people. The relaunches are not merely symbolic but are intended to ensure that these vital projects, which impact millions of Kenyans, are completed and operational.

In Summary:

• Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura defended President Ruto's relaunch of stalled projects, calling it a noble act of accountability.
• Mwaura emphasized that the relaunches demonstrate Ruto's commitment to completing projects that were previously stalled due to funding challenges.
• The relaunches are also seen as part of Ruto’s efforts to keep campaign promises and ensure that government initiatives are successfully implemented.