Why Ruto’s Singapore Dream Isn’t Working in Kenya | Ft. Kwame Owino

From the “bottom-up” economic agenda to the push for Singapore-style transformation, William Ruto’s administration has been defined by ambitious promises of reform, investment, and large-scale development.But questions are mounting over delivery. Key flagship projects—including the Standard Gauge Railway, affordable housing programme, and the Social Health Authority—are under scrutiny for their execution, impact, and sustainability.Attention is also turning to the government’s infrastructure fund, backed by the sale of state assets, raising concerns about governance and investment priorities. Meanwhile, plans for a sovereign wealth fund remain stalled as Kenya continues to fall short of key structural requirements.In this episode of Corporate Cocktail Africa, Kwame Owino joins journalist Ondiro Oganga to unpack Kenya’s economic strategy, the realities behind its flagship projects, and what the current trajectory means for the country’s future.