President Wiliam Ruto in Malindi, Kilifi county /HANDOUTPresident William Ruto and other government officials on Thursday paused formal proceedings to share a meal at a local ‘kibanda’ known for affordable food in Malindi, Kilifi county. The President was in Malindi for the disbursement of the Nyota Business Start-Up Capital funds. President Ruto at a Kibanda in Malindi, Kilifi county /SCREENGRABVideos circulated on social media showed Ruto seated next to residents, engaging in light conversation with customers. In his remarks earlier at the Nyota disbursement forum, Ruto emphasised that his government is “delivering on the plan” to empower young people with tools for entrepreneurship and economic independence. Ruto’s engagement with locals at the kibanda offered a grassroots narrative to accompany the larger policy rollout reinforcing government messaging on inclusive development and interaction with ordinary citizens.

Source: The Star February 06, 2026 16:09 UTC