President William Ruto defended Kenya’s rising international profile and asserted that the nation requires competent leadership to navigate its complex future.
Speaking on Thursday, October 8, 2026, during a graduation ceremony at the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA), the president dismissed critics questioning his participation in global summits, asserting that high-level international representation elevates the country’s economic and diplomatic standing.
Highlighting Kenya’s engagements at the United Nations and the African Union, Ruto noted that proactive foreign diplomacy has earned the nation greater international leverage and global respect.
“Ati ooooh sijui nimenda kuongea United Nations, sijui nimenda kuongea AU. That is how you profile a nation. That is how you raise the profile of a country, you know?” Ruto said.
“Today, today I can say without fear of any contradiction that Kenya has a bigger profile and a lot of respect across the world because they know that we are a serious nation.”
Responding to Political Critics
The president addressed public commentary and political rivals who have criticized his international travels, questioning why his appearances at global assemblies draw such intense focus compared to other world leaders.
“Sasa mtu anaongea huko chini, sijui anaongea kwa mazishi kidogo hapo, anaongea, oh mbona Ruto ako UN? Watu wangapi waliongea UN? Si watu wengi. Lakini mbona ya Kenya ndio inajulikana?” he said. “Because we are a very serious country, my friend. Ama namna gani? Yes! That’s what it is, you know?”
Linking Kenya’s standing on the global stage to domestic governance standards, President Ruto characterized Kenya as an advanced, dynamic democracy that demands high-level capacity from its leaders.
“Kenya is a modern, very complex, and sophisticated country. No fool can run this country. Unahitaji mtu ako na akili. That’s how you take the country forward,” he said.
The president’s address comes as the administration continues to position Kenya as a regional leader in industrial training, digital technology, and international diplomacy across the African continent.
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