President William Ruto has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming Kenya’s coastal economy through targeted investments in agriculture, the blue economy, and maritime development.
Speaking on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at State House, Nairobi, during a meeting with leaders from the coastal region, Ruto emphasized that revitalizing the region’s economy remains a key priority for his government.
“We are keen on uplifting the economy of the Coastal Region through our various interventions in agriculture, the blue economy, and the maritime sector,” he said.
The President also pointed to progress in addressing long-standing land injustices in the region. He said the government is working to resolve squatter issues and ensure residents receive title deeds.
“We are also making progress in sorting out the historical land issues in the region, eradicating the squatter problem, and issue title deeds to residents,” Ruto added.
He linked the government’s broader development agenda to the country’s improving economic outlook.
Kenya’s stable currency and sound fiscal management, Ruto noted, have opened up opportunities for infrastructure growth and access to affordable financing.
“We cannot discuss anything if our economy is in shambles,” he said.
“I am very proud that our currency is strong and our economy is in good shape. That is the reason why we can now discuss how to build roads and pursue securitization, because we can access the market and borrow at reasonable rates.”
Ruto stressed that the country’s ability to secure funding at favorable terms is a direct result of the administration’s efforts to stabilise the economy.
“There’s no way we could have gone to the market if our economy was bad,” he said.
The President’s remarks come amid ongoing national conversations about regional development, resource allocation, and equitable access to economic opportunities.
His meeting with coastal leaders signals a continued focus on decentralising development and addressing regional disparities.
