President William Ruto has underscored the importance of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution in guiding the development of the country’s next long-term plan, Vision 2060. Speaking on August 12, 2026, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, he emphasized that public participation is now a constitutional requirement and must be central to the planning process.

Addressing over 5,000 delegates from all 47 counties during the launch of the national dialogue on Kenya’s development beyond Vision 2030, Ruto noted that the previous Vision 2030 plan was formulated before the new Constitution was enacted. This limited public involvement, he said, contributed to a disconnect between many Kenyans and the development blueprint.

Public involvement key to Vision 2060

“Unlike in 2008, we now have a constitutional mandate to engage citizens directly. This time, the plan must be people-driven, not bureaucrat-driven,” the president remarked, pledging government support and resources to facilitate inclusive consultations.

He called on various sectors—including students, religious groups, businesses, political parties, and civil society—to actively participate in shaping the vision.

Vision 2060 roadmap and economic resilience

Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o, who chairs the Vision 2060 drafting committee, acknowledged the achievements of Vision 2030 but highlighted challenges in meeting some targets. He stressed the need for a new, stable long-term development framework that transcends political changes and can withstand global economic shocks.

The new vision aims to provide a consistent guide for successive governments, focusing on sustainable economic and social progress.

Progress and next steps

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki highlighted recent gains in education and healthcare, including increased funding, expanded university scholarships, recruitment of 100,000 teachers, construction of 23,000 classrooms, and NHIF coverage rising from 8 million to over 32 million Kenyans.

He urged policymakers to prioritize national interests and maintain policy continuity to secure long-term development goals.

The consultations initiated at KICC will extend to all 47 counties to gather citizen input before final proposals are submitted to Parliament. Following legislative approval and presidential assent, Vision 2060 will be implemented nationwide.