President William Ruto on Friday presided over the National Productivity and Performance Conference at the Kenya School of Government, Lower Kabete, Nairobi, where he urged Kenyans to embrace efficiency and innovation as the cornerstone of economic growth.
In his keynote address, Ruto emphasised that productivity is not merely about output but about creating systems that deliver measurable results.
“We must shift our focus from activities to outcomes. Performance must be the yardstick of service delivery in both public and private sectors,” he said.
The conference brought together policymakers, industry leaders and scholars to deliberate on strategies for enhancing national competitiveness.
Discussions centered on aligning institutional performance with Kenya’s development agenda, strengthening accountability, and fostering a culture of innovation.
Ruto said Kenya’s economic transformation depends on disciplined execution of policies and adoption of modern technologies.
He highlighted the government’s commitment to supporting enterprises that drive job creation and sustainable growth.
Delegates welcomed the President’s call, underscoring the need for collaboration across sectors to achieve tangible progress.
The forum concluded with a pledge to institutionalise performance contracts and productivity benchmarks as tools for national development.
President William Ruto walks alongside senior officials at the National Productivity and Performance Conference on June 19 / PCS
President William Ruto exchanges greetings with Soipan Tuya, the Cabinet Secretary for defense at the National Productivity and Performance Conference on June 19, 2026/ PCS
Participants at the National Productivity and Performance Conference, reflecting unity and shared responsibility in advancing Kenya’s productivity agenda on June 19, 2026/ PCS
Delegates and officials join President William Ruto at the National Productivity and Performance Conference on June 19 / PCS
President William Ruto delivers his keynote speech at the National Productivity and Performance Conference, emphasizing efficiency, innovation, and accountability as drivers of Kenya’s progress on June 19 /PCS
President William Ruto receives a ceremonial gift during the National Productivity and Performance Conference, symbolising recognition of his leadership in advancing Kenya’s productivity agenda on June 19 / PCS
