Caption for the landscape image: How Ruto’s post-Vision 2030 plan mirrors Raila’s unfinished national conclave Saturday, August 15, 2026 Scroll down to read the article Orange Democratic Movement leader Raila Odinga (left) and President William Ruto. Photo credit: File | Nation By Justus Ochieng' Article Related When President William Ruto launched the National Conversation on Kenya’s Future Beyond Vision 2030 on Wednesday, he presented it as a fresh attempt to give the country a long-term destination, one that would belong not to the government of the day, but to generations of Kenyans yet to come. But beneath the language of a new national development blueprint lies an intriguing political parallel. PREMIUM Raila unveils plan for grassroots-led national dialogue ODM leader makes public his blueprint for a people-driven national conclave. PREMIUM How Uhuru, Ruto diluted the Vision 2030 blueprint Kenya’s Vision 2030 aspired to achieve middle-income status by 2030. PREMIUM Critics question timing, motive of Ruto’s vision plan Opponents argue that government should first account for what happened to Vision 2030. PREMIUM In Baba's footsteps: Unease as Raila Jr ramps up activity in Kibra His growing presence in the constituency has already caused political unease. PREMIUM One year to go: Kenya enters final lap to the next polls Ruto and opposition hopefuls prepare to battle it out for the State House job, as campaigns reach high-stakes phase, with political tensions rising ahead of the polls. Recommended for you PREMIUM Court saves taxpayers Sh120bn in Moi-era supplier claim PREMIUM Why Gachagua’s DCP is not ready to work with Ukombozi coalition PREMIUM Asbestos trap in top schools PREMIUM 'Imperfect is not illegal': Why Housing Levy survived court test Login to join the discussion Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. In the headlines Elections News Counties Business Opinion Sports Life & Style Health Podcasts Photos Newsletters Puzzles PREMIUM How Sankaran is making maths simple for millions of learners Nirmala Sankaran built a platform to help children face math with confidence instead of fear. PREMIUM Auditor-General: Recovery of Sh4bn Uwezo loans unlikely Money had been disbursed to women and youth groups since inception of flagship programme under Vision 2030 growth plan. IEBC expands diaspora voting to 26 countries Commission chairman says mapping of more countries has been approved to boost participation by Kenyans abroad.
PREMIUM Raila unveils plan for grassroots-led national dialogue ODM leader makes public his blueprint for a people-driven national conclave.
PREMIUM How Uhuru, Ruto diluted the Vision 2030 blueprint Kenya’s Vision 2030 aspired to achieve middle-income status by 2030.
PREMIUM Critics question timing, motive of Ruto’s vision plan Opponents argue that government should first account for what happened to Vision 2030.
PREMIUM In Baba's footsteps: Unease as Raila Jr ramps up activity in Kibra His growing presence in the constituency has already caused political unease.
PREMIUM One year to go: Kenya enters final lap to the next polls Ruto and opposition hopefuls prepare to battle it out for the State House job, as campaigns reach high-stakes phase, with political tensions rising ahead of the polls.
PREMIUM How Sankaran is making maths simple for millions of learners Nirmala Sankaran built a platform to help children face math with confidence instead of fear.
PREMIUM Auditor-General: Recovery of Sh4bn Uwezo loans unlikely Money had been disbursed to women and youth groups since inception of flagship programme under Vision 2030 growth plan.
IEBC expands diaspora voting to 26 countries Commission chairman says mapping of more countries has been approved to boost participation by Kenyans abroad.