William Ruto Pledges to Buy Machine to Make One Million Chapatis for Nairobi Students
Speaking at St. Teresa Girls Secondary School in Mathare on Tuesday, March 11, Ruto made the commitment while addressing excited students. He directed Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja to identify a suitable location to install the machine.
“I have agreed to buy a machine that will be used in making chapati. Now you, governor, look for a place where you can acquire a machine that can manufacture one million chapatis,” Ruto declared.
Sakaja’s Request for Chapati Machine
Governor Sakaja had earlier requested the president’s help in acquiring the machine. He emphasized the need to expand the school feeding program and introduce chapatis to the menu.
“I plead with the president to assist me with the machine that we will use in making chapati,” Sakaja said.
Before making the request, Sakaja asked students if they were satisfied with the Dishi na County meals. The students responded positively but requested that chapati be included in their diet.
Mixed Reactions from Kenyans
Ruto’s promise sparked a wave of reactions on social media. Some Kenyans praised the initiative, while others questioned the priorities of the government.
Dayton Mulinge expressed skepticism, saying, “Is a chapati-making machine really the best we can do?”
Mzalendo, however, praised the president: “Kenya is lucky to have President William Ruto. Such a good man.”
Others took a humorous approach. A user named I am Chege joked, “Sasa President akishalaunch mashini ya kupika chapati, sasa school catteress atalaunch nini?” (Now that the president will launch a chapati-making machine, what will school caterers launch?)
Mosomi Alfred added a thought-provoking comment: “Don’t give our children chapati—empower us to provide it for them.”
Will Ruto Deliver?
Ruto’s promise is now a topic of debate. Will the government fulfill its pledge? Many Kenyans will be watching closely to see if the chapati-making machine becomes a reality or just another political statement.
With the Dishi na County program feeding over 300,000 students daily, the introduction of chapati could mark a significant milestone. However, critics argue that the government should focus on sustainable economic empowerment rather than free meals.
As Kenyans await the next steps, one thing remains certain—the promise has ignited both hope and controversy.
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William Ruto Pledges to Buy Machine to Make One Million Chapatis for Nairobi Students
