Speech by His Excellency President William Samoei Ruto, Phd., C.G.H on Mashujaa Day October 20, 2024

Abstract

We, the people of Kenya, are proud defenders of our freedom and aspire to become and remain free and sovereign. These were the foremost attributes of the first generations of freedom fighters who faced the monster of imperial domination with unflinching courage and commitment to prevail, even if it cost them everything, including their very lives. From them, we have a fine model that has inspired generations of selfless patriots and continues to inspire us today as we do our part in building this nation. From them, we have learnt that to be free, we must be united as one family that draws its strength from the unique contributions of its diverse members and that we must see each other as equals, treat each other justly and leave no one behind.