Mutua calls for people-driven national dialogue to shape Kenya’s development beyond Vision 2030

Kenya's Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has advocated for extensive, people-centric national discussions to shape the country's development beyond the current Vision 2030 framework, aiming to set the course for the nation by 2060. Mutua addressed the launch of the National Conversation on Kenya’s transformation agenda Beyond Vision 2030 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, alongside President William Ruto, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, officials from the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, as well as other stakeholders.

In his remarks, Mutua emphasized that this dialogue should transcend governmental circles and engage Kenyans from various sectors, including young individuals, professionals, workers, entrepreneurs, religious groups, civil society members, academics, and citizens from diverse backgrounds. He stressed that the conversation must be led by and cater to the needs of the Kenyan people, incorporating young people, professionals, workers, entrepreneurs, religious communities, civil society, academia, and citizens from all walks of life.

Mutua highlighted the importance of assessing both the successes and failures of Vision 2030 while delineating a fresh development trajectory for future generations. He noted that the Constitution has already established a robust foundation by articulating national aspirations such as democracy, robust institutions, high-quality healthcare, education, housing, food security, access to water, social security, and human dignity.

According to Mutua, the primary challenge lies in transforming these aspirations into practical improvements in citizens' lives rather than merely identifying them. The CS emphasized that the task at hand is to translate these aspirations into tangible improvements in Kenyans' lives and establish a long-term development path that extends beyond electoral cycles and varying political administrations.

The launch of this national conversation is anticipated to inform deliberations on Kenya’s subsequent long-term development blueprint following Vision 2030, which has governed the country's economic and social planning since 2008. Mutua underscored that the choices made during this process will determine Kenya’s future, stating, "The Kenya of 2060 will be shaped by the decisions we make today.

This conversation is not just about envisioning the future; it is about laying the foundation for it."