Ruto arrives for National Prayer Breakfast
By Ndiritu Wanjiru, May 28, 2026President William Ruto has arrived for the 23rd annual National Prayer Breakfast, where members of the National Assembly, the Senate, and the executive are expected to come together for the event.
The senior government officials, MPs, senators, religious leaders, and dignitaries from all over the country have come together for a high-profile event to encourage unity, reflection, and national healing.
Speaking while welcoming delegates and guests on Thursday, May 28, 2026, Senate speaker Amason Kingi has thanked President Ruto and the First Lady for attending the national event and reaffirmed Parliament’s commitment to fostering unity through prayer and dialogue.
“Allow me to appreciate you, President William Ruto, and the First Lady, Mama Rachel Ruto, for creating time to attend this annual national event that occupies a special place in Parliament. Allow me to also welcome all the foreign guests attending this event,” Kingi said.
President William Ruto arrived at the venue alongside First Lady Rachel Ruto, where they were received by Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and other parliamentary leaders.
The annual interdenominational event, which has become a key fixture in Kenya’s parliamentary calendar, is this year themed “Forgiveness and Reconciliation”, with leaders expected to champion peaceful coexistence, dialogue and national cohesion amid the country’s political and social challenges.
Other dignitaries
Also in attendance at the annual event are National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula; the leadership of both Houses of Parliament; senators; members of the National Assembly; Cabinet secretaries; and senior government officials.
The gathering comes at a time when calls for national unity and reconciliation have intensified across the country, with religious and political leaders urging Kenyans to embrace peace, tolerance, and mutual understanding.
President Ruto is expected to address the congregation alongside leaders from Parliament and the executive, with speeches anticipated to focus on healing, unity, and the need for collective responsibility in nation-building.