President William Ruto hosted Muslim religious leaders at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen interfaith relations (peopledaily.Digital). The gathering followed a series of public statements by the President highlighting his administration’s commitment to inclusivity and religious harmony.
During the event, Ruto emphasized that the government had fulfilled key promises made to the Muslim community during the 2022 election campaign. He specifically mentioned the end of discriminatory practices in the issuance of identification cards and the promotion of inclusion in national development projects. These measures, he said, aimed to ensure equal rights and opportunities for all citizens regardless of faith.
Separately, a Kakamega sheikh expressed disappointment over the service provided during the event, noting that he was only given two pieces of chicken despite offering a whole cockerel as a gesture of celebration. The incident has sparked discussions about the level of hospitality extended to religious leaders during state engagements.
