President William Ruto on Monday March 11, 2024 released a message of encouragement to all Muslims as they prepare for the holy month of Ramadhan.

“I send to all Kenyans warm greetings and a message of peace, Assalamu Alaikum, as we join together in goodwill to show support for our Muslim brothers and sisters, who begin observing the blessed month of Ramadhan.

During the holy month,  Muslims devote themselves to selfless sacrifice, charity, piety and discipline as expressions of their faith.

They thus invite all of us, as a nation united in submission to the Almighty God of All Creation, to appreciate the vital role of faith in positively enhancing various aspects of our lives.

We remain grateful for the indispensable contribution made by religious institutions to the progress of our country, especially in supporting critical social sectors like education and health.

They also complement government efforts to enhance peaceful coexistence, inter-faith dialogue and unity within and between communities. 

The Muslim community in Kenya remains consistent in its positive contribution to the unity, stability and development of Kenya, and  Ramadhan offers us the opportunity to witness and appreciate the essential functions of prayer and giving, which benefit our families, communities and the nation.

I join all Kenyans, from all walks of life, throughout the nation, in expressing solidarity with Muslims, particularly as they endeavour to attain piety and righteousness by fasting, prayer and other worthy acts during the holy month of Ramadhan.

May your sacrifices please God, and may you and your families be blessed abundantly.”