A resurfaced video of former President Uhuru Kenyatta speaking about Kenya’s potential to rise to the level of Asian economic giants such as Singapore and Japan has sparked fresh debate among Kenyans, especially in light of similar remarks recently made by President William Ruto.
For weeks, President Ruto has dominated national conversation by outlining an ambitious vision of transforming Kenya into a modern, prosperous nation comparable to Singapore.
The Head of State has repeatedly argued that Kenyans should not be living in slums when the country has sufficient resources to provide decent housing through affordable housing programmes and other development initiatives.
His remarks have drawn both praise and criticism, with supporters applauding the bold vision and critics questioning implementation.
Now, an old video of Uhuru Kenyatta making nearly identical statements has emerged online, leaving many Kenyans talking.
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In the video, recorded during his presidency, Uhuru confidently stated that Kenya had the capacity to join the league of Asian economic powerhouses, including Singapore and Japan.
He emphasized that the country possessed the human capital, strategic location, and natural resources necessary to achieve such transformation.
However, Uhuru cautioned that the journey toward that level of development required more than just government plans. He stressed the importance of self-discipline among citizens and integrity in public service.
According to the former president, corruption, wastage of public resources, and lack of accountability were among the biggest obstacles standing in the way of Kenya’s progress.
He urged leaders and citizens alike to focus on what is best for the country rather than personal interests.
The emergence of the video has ignited mixed reactions on social media, with some Kenyans noting the striking similarity between Uhuru’s past vision and Ruto’s current narrative.
Others have questioned why such aspirations remain largely unfulfilled despite being articulated by successive administrations.
As the debate continues, the video serves as a reminder that Kenya’s dream of becoming a Singapore-like economy is not new. The key question remains whether the current leadership can translate that long-held vision into tangible results for ordinary citizens.
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