A major labor group just backed the president's big financial plans. The Central Organization of Trade Unions, or COTU-K, defended President William Ruto against critics of the proposed National Infrastructure Fund and Sovereign Wealth Fund. Their secretary general, Francis Atwoli, issued a strong statement supporting the initiatives.
Atwoli attacked opponents, saying they block Kenya's future due to a fear of change and no long-term vision. He stated that Kenyan workers reject short-term political thinking that undermines economic development. He praised Ruto for bold and decisive leadership unmatched since independence, arguing that such ambition was needed decades ago.
The union leader pointed to success stories in Singapore and Malaysia using similar sovereign wealth models. He also cited local affordable housing projects in cities like Kisumu and Eldoret as positive impacts. While supporting the funds, Atwoli called for strict accountability in their management. He urged professionals across various fields to drop their cynicism and support the national development cause.
Atwoli attacked opponents, saying they block Kenya's future due to a fear of change and no long-term vision. He stated that Kenyan workers reject short-term political thinking that undermines economic development. He praised Ruto for bold and decisive leadership unmatched since independence, arguing that such ambition was needed decades ago.
The union leader pointed to success stories in Singapore and Malaysia using similar sovereign wealth models. He also cited local affordable housing projects in cities like Kisumu and Eldoret as positive impacts. While supporting the funds, Atwoli called for strict accountability in their management. He urged professionals across various fields to drop their cynicism and support the national development cause.
