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The News Network Africa > Blog > News > Clash at the Altar: Protests Erupt Over President Ruto’s Church Donation.
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Clash at the Altar: Protests Erupt Over President Ruto’s Church Donation.

Eric Mafundo
Last updated: 10 March 2025 07:34
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Clash at the Altar: Protests Erupt Over President Ruto’s Church Donation.
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In a dramatic turn of events that has captured the attention of the nation, Kenya has been shaken by protests centered around President William Ruto’s recent donation of 20 million Kenyan Shillings to the iconic Roysambu church in Nairobi. While intended as a gesture of goodwill aimed at supporting community development, the donation has instead sparked conflict and division among local residents.

The tensions erupted when a group of protestors occupied the church in response to Ruto’s financial support, alleging that the funds would be better used to address pressing issues in their neighborhood, such as unemployment, poor infrastructure, and inadequate healthcare services. Critics of the president have argued that a 20-million-shilling gift to a place of worship should not overshadow the dire socio-economic challenges plaguing Kenyans, especially in light of recent rising costs of living and rampant inflation.

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Protesters, organized by local activists, have accused the government of prioritizing religious institutions over public welfare. “While we appreciate the role of the church in society, we want our leaders to focus on our needs as citizens,” stated one activist during the occupation. “Our children are going hungry; we need funds for schools and hospitals, not for buildings that serve a select few.”

The church, long known for its charitable work and grassroots initiatives, became an unexpected battleground as clashes broke out between police and protesters. In their efforts to remove the occupiers, police deployed tear gas, leading to injuries and heightened tensions. The protests quickly escalated, and chants for better government accountability reverberated through Nairobi’s streets.

Supporters of Ruto defended his donation, asserting that it is a crucial investment in faith-based initiatives, which they claim play a vital role in moral and ethical guidance for the community. “Supporting churches like St. Mary’s is not just about giving money; it’s about empowering communities,” one government official commented. “We must recognize the church’s contribution to society.”

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Critics, however, argue that this gesture underscores a broader pattern where politicians use donations to enhance their public image while neglecting systemic issues. “We appreciate the church’s role, but this is about prioritizing the needs of the people,” another protest leader exclaimed. “This act only divides us further and distracts from the real problems we face every day.”

As the situation remains tense, the government has called for open dialogue with community leaders to address the protesters’ grievances, but a deep rift has certainly formed. The church, usually a sanctuary for healing and togetherness, now finds itself at the center of a conflict that highlights the intricate relationship between faith, politics, and community needs in Kenya.

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President Ruto’s 20 million shilling donation to St. Mary’s Catholic Church has inadvertently opened a Pandora’s box of social unrest, sparking critical questions about resource allocation, community priorities, and the role of political leaders in addressing the very real challenges faced by ordinary Kenyans. Only time will reveal what lasting effects this clash at the altar will have on the relationship between the church, the government, and the people.

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