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Speaking in Dallas on Friday, September 26, 2026, Gachagua said the political changes being sought by the United Opposition would not solve the country’s problems unless they were followed by clear action to create jobs.
The “sponyo” name, drawn from the word “sponsor”, has been used by President William Ruto and his allies in reference to allegations that Uhuru is financing or supporting opposition political activities.
He stressed that the projects would help create employment, particularly for young people, while expanding access to housing and other economic opportunities
Speaking during a media engagement in Kisumu on Monday, September 14, 2026, the President said the housing programme should therefore be viewed not only as a plan to provide homes but also as part of efforts to protect land used for farming.
Principal Secretary Charles Hinga told the Committee on Housing, Urban Planning and Public Works that the government wants contractors to be matched with projects they have the financial and technical ability to complete within the agreed timelines.
The President challenged politicians promising to end the programme to explain what they would do with the young people currently earning from it.
Speaking on Monday during the 30th Intergovernmental Budget and Economic Council (IBEC) Ordinary Session at the Official Residence in Nairobi, Kindiki said the timely payments would allow counties to continue funding services without facing disruptions caused by delayed funds.
Ichung’wah also defended the Affordable Housing Programme, saying it was benefiting those who qualify for the houses while creating opportunities for workers involved in construction.
Mudavadi said President Ruto's re-election campaign would be anchored on the administration's development record, arguing that the gains made under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) provide a strong case for a second term.
If approved, the amendments would reduce the period before a lender can begin enforcing a loan secured by affordable housing property from 90 days to 45 days. The notice period before a lender exercises the statutory power of sale would also be cut from 40 days to 20 days.
The Office of the Controller of Budget is mandated to oversee the implementation of national and county government budgets by authorising withdrawals from public funds. It also prepares statutory reports, publicises its findings and investigates the use of public money either on its own initiative or following complaints from members of the public.
PS Hinga disputed that interpretation, saying only Sh803.3 million was actually paid to contributors who requested refunds, while the remaining Sh1.76 billion consisted of savings transferred into deposit accounts after buyers were allocated affordable housing units.