Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has underscored the central role of religious institutions in national governance, social cohesion, and development, calling for deeper collaboration between the State and faith-based organisations.
Speaking during the Mega Prayer Dedication Assembly organised by the Global Cathedral Church at the KICC COMESA Grounds in Nairobi on January 25, Mudavadi said the government recognises the Church as a critical partner in promoting unity, moral values, and inclusive development.
“I am grateful for the warm welcome by the Global Cathedral Church. On behalf of His Excellency President William Ruto and the Government of the Republic of Kenya, I sincerely appreciate your timely organisation of this Mega Prayer Dedication Assembly,” he said.
He noted that President William Ruto continues to rely on prayers and counsel from religious leaders as he steers the country’s development agenda.
“As a practising man of faith, our President continues to draw upon the prayers of the Church and other religious organisations, seeking wisdom and counsel as he leads the nation,” Mudavadi said.
Mudavadi cited the Constitution’s preamble, which acknowledges “the supremacy of Almighty God of all creation,” saying it provides a moral and spiritual foundation for the State and highlights the place of faith in national life.
He added that Executive Order No. 1 of 2025 designates the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary as the official link between the government and religious organisations.
On social values, Mudavadi said faith-based organisations play a key role in safeguarding the moral fabric of society.
“There are some things that money just cannot buy; like morals, integrity, humility and compassion,” he said, urging churches to continue promoting peace, tolerance, and ethical leadership.
Turning to development, Mudavadi acknowledged the Church’s contribution to health and education, noting its support for the government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.
He also highlighted the impact of drought, saying an estimated 2.5 million Kenyans risk severe hunger and water scarcity due to the shortest rainfall recorded since 1981.
“As we seek special prayers for those affected by drought, we urge religious organisations to continue supporting the government’s humanitarian and food security efforts,” he said.
Mudavadi further called for prayers for the first cohort of senior secondary learners under the Competency-Based Curriculum as they transition into the new education system.
On regional and global affairs, the PCS pointed to ongoing conflicts in Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning of worsening humanitarian crises.
“The Church must continue to hold leaders accountable and oppose any unconstitutional change of government,” he said, referring to rising governance challenges in the region.
He also urged collective prayer for global peace amid conflicts in Ukraine, Russia, and Gaza, and for the defence of multilateral institutions.
Mudavadi reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working with religious organisations.
“Faith in God remains the best armour, even as we collectively engage to serve humanity and advance shared prosperity,” he said, adding, “God bless Kenya.”
