President William Ruto continues pursuing plans for an expanded worship facility at State House despite facing legal obstacles and public opposition. During weekend services at the existing chapel, Ruto expressed confidence that divine intervention would provide resources for the construction project. The current worship space has limited capacity, forcing some attendees to remain outside.
High Court Judge E C Mwita has temporarily blocked the construction through a conservatory order that remains effective until November 18, 2025. Transparency International Kenya and the Kenya Human Rights Commission filed the constitutional petition that challenges the project. These organizations argue that the construction violates principles separating government and religious institutions.
Critics initially estimated costs at 1.2 billion shillings for an 8,000-person facility, but Ruto maintains the actual price will reach 300 million shillings for 300 worshippers. The president justifies the expansion by pointing to the existing tin structure and frames the project as reflecting Kenya's religious heritage rather than wasteful spending.
High Court Judge E C Mwita has temporarily blocked the construction through a conservatory order that remains effective until November 18, 2025. Transparency International Kenya and the Kenya Human Rights Commission filed the constitutional petition that challenges the project. These organizations argue that the construction violates principles separating government and religious institutions.
Critics initially estimated costs at 1.2 billion shillings for an 8,000-person facility, but Ruto maintains the actual price will reach 300 million shillings for 300 worshippers. The president justifies the expansion by pointing to the existing tin structure and frames the project as reflecting Kenya's religious heritage rather than wasteful spending.
