President William Ruto on Thursday presided over a vibrant public forum at Kinoru Stadium in Meru County, drawing thousands of residents, youth groups traders and local leaders in a gathering marked by optimism and anticipation.
The event, filled with song, colour and speeches from regional representatives, underscored the growing focus on grassroots economic engagement as communities seek practical solutions to everyday challenges.
The forum brought together beneficiaries of various empowerment initiatives, government officials and business leaders, all converging to discuss opportunities for enterprise growth and inclusive development.
For many attendees, the occasion symbolised renewed hope, particularly for young people and small-scale traders eager to expand their ventures amid a tough economic climate.
During his address, President Ruto highlighted the government’s broader agenda of empowering ordinary citizens through targeted financial support and policy reforms aimed at strengthening micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
He emphasised that sustainable economic growth can only be achieved by placing resources directly in the hands of entrepreneurs at the grassroots level.
The President officially oversaw the Nyota Project Business Start Up Capital Disbursement Forum, an initiative designed to provide seed capital to youth, women and small business owners.
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The project seeks to nurture new enterprises, promote innovation and reduce unemployment by enabling beneficiaries to turn business ideas into viable ventures.
Ruto reiterated that the Nyota Project is part of a wider strategy to transform local economies by supporting bottom up growth.
He urged beneficiaries to use the funds responsibly, invest in productive activities and create employment opportunities within their communities.
The President also assured participants that the government would continue to roll out similar programmes across the country to ensure no region is left behind.
Local leaders welcomed the initiative, noting that access to affordable capital remains a major hurdle for aspiring entrepreneurs.
They said the programme would not only boost incomes but also stimulate economic activity in Meru County and the wider Mount Kenya region.
The beneficiaries expressed gratitude and optimism, saying the support would help them scale up businesses, improve livelihoods and contribute to national development.
The Kinoru Stadium forum marked another step in the government’s push to translate policy promises into tangible economic empowerment at the grassroots.
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