Africa-Press – Kenya. President-elect William Ruto has assured Kenyans that his promises would be fulfilled and there should be nothing to worry about.
Ruto, who spoke at Maya Stadium, Meru, during a thanksgiving ceremony, said he looks forward to a day when Kenyans would not be overburdened.
The President-elect said he will complete all stalled projects in Meru county, some of which he said had become white elephants.
On miraa markets, the President-elect said he is engaging Somalia President Hassan Sheikh for enhanced bilateral trade for the crop.
He said once he takes oath of office, the Hustler National Plan to uplift the lives of Kenyans must be effected.
“Leave miraa cartels for me. I have a meeting this week with Somalia President to fast track on miraa markets. Miraa farmers should never be worried, I will deal with all brokers and cartels,” Ruto said.
The President-elect thanked God and Kenyans for his victory against what he termed as the ‘deep state’.
He said that he longs for a time when Kenyans would not have to borrow.
The President-elect is set to be sworn in on Tuesday as the country’s fifth president.
“I am taking over a country with a big debt and our economy is not in good stature. If you find yourself in a hole, stop digging. China saves 57 per cent of its GDP while Kenya saves 7 per cent of our GDP. I encourage everyone to promote a culture of saving,” Ruto said.
The outgoing deputy president said he would lead by example in paying taxes as he urged Kenyans to do their part by paying taxes.
The President appeared to send a warning to private firms and individuals said to be evading paying taxes because of political protection.
He has previously accused the state of selective crackdown on tax offenders, saying there should be a uniform approach for all people to pay taxes due.
At the same time, Ruto promised to proceed with the Jubilee administration’s Big Four Agenda of creating jobs for youths.
Others include housing, manufacturing and food security.
(edited by Amol Awuor)
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