First Lady Rachel Ruto Leads Women Leaders in National Prayers for Kenya Ahead of Prayer Breakfast

Rachel Ruto has called on Kenyans to remain steadfast in prayer and trust in God as the country faces social, economic and leadership challenges.

Speaking during the National Prayer Breakfast Women’s Convocation held at Safari Park in Nairobi on Wednesday, the First Lady urged citizens not to lose hope in their pursuit of better lives, saying faith and prayer remain powerful tools in overcoming difficulties.

“We must continue trusting in God and praying for our nation because through prayer, we are able to overcome challenges and remain hopeful for a better future,” said Mrs Ruto.

The gathering brought together women leaders, parliamentarians, diplomats and religious figures under the theme “Prayer and Reconciliation” ahead of the main National Prayer Breakfast scheduled for Thursday.

Mrs Ruto also encouraged Kenyans to continue praying for the country, saying collective prayers would help shield the nation from negative pronouncements and strengthen unity among citizens.

The event was emotionally charged after keynote speaker Joyce Kakuramatsi Kikafunda shared her personal testimony about motherhood and perseverance.

Prof. Kikafunda told participants how she gave birth to her first child at the age of 60 before later delivering quadruplets two years afterwards, a story that left many attendees inspired and emotional.

She urged women facing childlessness and other life challenges not to give up hope but to continue believing in God and encouraging one another.

“No one should be stigmatised because of circumstances beyond their control. We must encourage one another and continue believing that all things are possible with faith and patience,” she said.

The First Lady thanked women parliamentarians for organising the annual convocation, now in its third year, saying the initiative had become an important platform for prayer, encouragement and empowerment among women leaders.

She further called for sustained support to ensure the convocation continues for generations to come.

In her opening remarks, Veronica Maina emphasised that the gathering was purely spiritual and not political, noting that the purpose was to unite leaders in prayer, repentance and reconciliation.

“This morning, we gather together not for a political event, not for a social gathering. We gather together for a convocation, a prayer gathering to repent, seek forgiveness and reconciliation,” said Sen. Maina.

The Women’s Convocation comes ahead of the National Prayer Breakfast where William Ruto is expected to lead national leaders and Kenyans in prayers for peace, unity and prosperity.