The Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK) brings together evangelical churches, Christian organizations, and institutions from across the country. They gathered for their Annual General Meeting to reflect on God’s faithfulness, assess the state of the Church and the Nation, and discuss our shared responsibility in advancing the Kingdom of God in Kenya. As we celebrate God’s grace throughout EAK’s over fifty-year journey of evangelism, we reaffirm our commitment to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world (Matthew 5:13-16). We aim to speak to current issues while offering hope and practical paths toward national renewal.
Leadership Transition within EAK
The AGM marks an important leadership transition within the Alliance. We express our deep gratitude to Bishop Philip Kitoto for his faithful service, visionary leadership, and dedication to strengthening the evangelical movement during his time as Chairman of the Board. We welcome Bishop [Name] as the new Chairman, and we ask for God’s guidance and wisdom as he leads the Alliance into its next chapter. We pray this transition will strengthen the unity, effectiveness, and witness of the evangelical community in Kenya. During this meeting, the AGM also elected xxxxxxx as the National Treasurer as Rev Ambrose Nyangau’s term has come to an end.
The new EAK officials are now:
1. Bishop Calisto Odede – National Chairman
2. Bishop Dr Robert Langat – Vice Chairman
3. Rev. Lydia Besseling Wanjiah – Honorary Treasurer
4. Rev Kepha Nyandega – General Secretary
National Prayer and Transformation
We are concerned about the moral, social, economic, and political challenges facing our nation. While policies and institutions are important, true national transformation starts with transformed hearts. We reaffirm our commitment to the Kenya National Prayer and Transformation Movement, which we launched on May 4, 2026. This movement aims to mobilize Christians across Kenya for intentional prayer, repentance, discipleship, and civic responsibility. We call on churches, families, institutions, and believers nationwide to actively participate in this movement. Righteousness exalts a nation (Proverbs 14:34).
Election Preparedness and Democratic Integrity
As the country turns its attention to the 2027 General Election, we commend the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) for their successful voter registration efforts so far. We also recognize the commitment shown by millions of Kenyans who actively participate in our democratic processes. However, the number of newly registered voters is still much lower than the target of 6 million set by the IEBC. We encourage those who haven’t registered, especially young people, to do so at the designated IEBC registration centers. This will allow them to exercise their democratic rights in the August 2027 elections. We trust that any complaints regarding misplaced voting centers will also be addressed.
Credible elections require early and careful preparation. We urge Parliament to speed up the passage of all pending electoral reforms and necessary laws to strengthen public trust in electoral institutions and processes.
Peaceful Elections and Responsible Political Conduct
Kenya’s democratic future depends not only on institutions but also on the actions of leaders and citizens. We call on all political leaders to avoid inflammatory language, ethnic mobilization, hate speech, and divisive narratives that threaten national cohesion. Political competition must never come at the cost of peace and unity.
We challenge the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to fulfill its mandate firmly, fairly, and proactively. The commission must move beyond statements and take clear action against individuals and groups that promote hatred, intolerance, and incitement.
Goonism, Political Violence, and Lawlessness
The rise in organized violence, political intimidation, property destruction, and the use of criminal gangs to disrupt lawful activities is very troubling. We strongly condemn all forms of goonism, political violence, and incitement. Such actions undermine democracy, weaken public trust, and threaten national stability.
We call on the National Police Service and all security agencies to act decisively, professionally, and without bias against those responsible, regardless of their political affiliation or social status. No one should operate above the law.
Stewardship of Public Resources and Economic Recovery
As the nation enters a new financial year, we urge the Government to be prudent, disciplined, and accountable in managing public resources. While many Kenyans face rising costs of food, housing, education, healthcare, energy, and transportation, public spending must reflect the realities of everyday citizens.
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We call on the Government to:
– Reduce wasteful spending and non-essential expenditures.
– Intensify efforts against corruption and economic crimes.
– Strengthen accountability in public institutions.
– Prioritize service delivery in critical areas like education and health.
– Implement targeted relief measures for vulnerable households.
– Create economic support programs that promote job creation, small businesses, agriculture, and youth entrepreneurship.
Good stewardship is both a biblical and constitutional responsibility. Public resources must benefit everyone, not just private or political interests. The Scriptures remind us, “Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God” (Proverbs 14:31).
Education Reforms, Equity, and the Future of Our Children
The future of Kenya greatly depends on the quality, accessibility, and stability of its education system. We appreciate the government’s efforts to improve the teacher-learner ratio by hiring nearly 100,000 teachers for Basic Education institutions and reforms in tertiary education. We urge the government to quickly release funding for government-sponsored students at Private Universities. Delays in releasing these funds after students have received services continue to harm university operations.
We call on the Ministry of Education and all stakeholders to address concerns about the Competency-Based Education (CBE) framework through broad consultation and evidence-based decisions. We support the ongoing midstream review process and encourage meaningful participation from teachers, parents, faith communities, and education experts.
The Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK) is also concerned about the proposed integration of Duksi and Madrassa institutions into Kenya’s formal education system. While we fully support efforts to address past educational inequalities and expand learning opportunities for children in less privileged areas, we believe any reforms must be firmly rooted in the Constitution of Kenya and uphold the principles of equality and a unified national education framework.
EAK warns that formally including explicitly religious institutions in the national education system raises serious constitutional, educational, and social issues. Kenya’s strength has always relied on an education system that brings together learners from various backgrounds under a common national curriculum, fostering shared values, national unity, and equal opportunity.
We urge the Government to find solutions that broaden access to quality education through increased investment in schools, teachers, infrastructure, and transition programs while ensuring widespread stakeholder consultations. The future of Kenya’s education system must follow constitutional principles, support national unity, and protect the best interests of every child, no matter their faith, ethnicity, or region.
Kenya belongs to all Kenyans, and its education system must treat all citizens equally under one national standard. Any reforms that change this principle must undergo thorough public participation, constitutional checks, and national consensus before implementation.
Furthermore, we are worried about ongoing unrest in schools and educational institutions. These incidents reflect deeper issues that need urgent attention, including student welfare, mentorship, guidance, mental health support, and communication between students, parents, and school administrations. We urge the Government to ensure timely funding for schools so that effective learning and institutional stability can happen. Funding delays continue to strain school management and hurt the quality of education that learners receive.
Acknowledging the growing emotional and psychological pressures on learners, EAK calls for stronger chaplaincy services, counseling programs, and psychosocial support systems within educational institutions. Academic success must be paired with character development, emotional well-being, and spiritual growth.
Most importantly, we urge policymakers, educators, parents, and society to listen actively to children and young people, understanding that their voices, concerns, and aspirations are important. Decisions about their futures must consider their experiences and viewpoints. Likewise, we encourage learners to engage in dialogue and peaceful ways to voice their grievances, rather than resorting to destructive behavior.
As Scripture reminds us, “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it” (Proverbs 22:6). Investing in our children’s education is one of the most crucial commitments we can make as a nation.
Health and Human Well-being
Access to quality healthcare remains a major concern for many Kenyans. We call on the Government to enhance healthcare systems, improve access to affordable medical services, ensure a consistent supply of essential medicines, and address ongoing challenges in healthcare financing and service delivery. While we appreciate the steps taken to operationalize universal health services throughout Kenya through the Social Health Authority (SHA) and the progress made so far, we regret to report that many hospitals, especially mission hospitals, are still owed significant amounts that remain unpaid. Special attention should be given to this issue.
Deeply concerned about ongoing moral, social, economic, and political issues, the EAK highlighted that true national renewal begins with changed hearts. The Alliance reaffirmed its commitment to the Kenya National Prayer and Transformation Movement, which started on May 4, 2026. This movement mobilizes believers across the country for civic responsibility and prayer. As the nation shifts its focus to the 2027 General Election, the Alliance discussed key aspects of the democratic process. While EAK praised the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), it expressed concern that new voter registration numbers remain well below the targeted 6 million. They urged young people to register and called for a prompt resolution of complaints about misplaced voting centers. Furthermore, they encouraged Parliament to expedite pending electoral reforms and laws to rebuild public trust before August 2027. The EAK also condemned political violence, “goonism,” hate speech, and ethnic mobilization. They challenged the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) and the National Police Service to take decisive and fair action against political offenders.
As Kenya enters a new financial year under serious economic pressures, the EAK issued a strong reminder that good stewardship is a biblical and constitutional duty. Referencing Proverbs 14:31, the Alliance urged the Government to recognize the struggles of everyday citizens facing high food, housing, healthcare, and energy costs. They called for urgent government action to reduce wasteful spending and non-essential costs, improve the fight against corruption and economic crimes, and provide targeted relief for vulnerable households while boosting economic growth for youth enterprises and agriculture.
While noting the recruitment of nearly 100,000 teachers for basic education, the Alliance raised important concerns about the stability and fairness of the education system. EAK encouraged the Ministry of Education to speed up delayed funding for basic education schools and government-sponsored students in private universities, observing that these delays disrupt operations significantly. The Alliance supported the ongoing midstream review of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) framework and insisted on broad consultations with parents, teachers, and faith communities.
The EAK expressed particular concern about the proposed integration of Duksi and Madrassa institutions into the formal education system. While they support expanding access for marginalized regions, Chairman Bishop Calisto Odede cautioned that including religious institutions in the national framework raises serious constitutional and social issues. This could weaken a unified national standard. EAK insisted that any structural changes must undergo careful public involvement and constitutional evaluation. Additionally, to address ongoing school unrest, the Alliance urged the government to strengthen chaplaincy services and provide psychosocial counseling to help students cope with emotional and mental pressures.
In healthcare, the Alliance acknowledged progress in implementing Universal Health Coverage through the Social Health Authority (SHA). However, they noted a critical financial burden, stating that mission and faith-based hospitals are owed significant unpaid amounts. EAK called for an immediate financial resolution to protect healthcare delivery, especially for maternal and child health services in underserved communities.
The Alliance strongly defended the constitutional right to freedom of worship for all Kenyans, expressing deep concern about ongoing hostility, arrests, and persecution of some Christians. The EAK highlighted cases where individuals within the security forces have been misused to limit Christian activities, asserting that this fundamental right should not be restricted.
Standing firm in its prophetic mission, the EAK urged the Body of Christ to unite in prayer for peace, justice, and economic recovery. Remembering the promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14, the Alliance remains hopeful that Kenya has the spiritual and physical capacity to overcome its current challenges and build a prosperous, just society.
