The Catholic Bishops of Kenya, meeting at Donnum Dei Spirituality Center in Karen, have offered their prayers and blessings to all Kenyans. They encourage the nation to seek justice, peace, and prosperity. Inspired by 1 Peter 4:10, the Bishops highlighted the importance of using one’s gifts to help others and create a nation based on compassion and fairness.
The Bishops mourned the loss of Emeritus Bishop Philip Sulumeti, who served the Church for over 50 years and played a significant role in Kenya’s 2010 Constitution. They also shared their condolences with the family of the late Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, commending his lifelong commitment to democracy, justice, reconciliation, and national unity.
Condolences were also sent to families affected by the landslides in Elgeyo Marakwet and the floods in Naivasha. The Bishops prayed for those who have lost loved ones, homes, and livelihoods.
While acknowledging some positive changes, such as hiring 24,000 teachers, stabilizing the Kenyan Shilling, and expanding TVET colleges, the Bishops expressed concerns about the quick passage of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, Land Amendment Act No. 21 of 2025, and the Religious Organizations Bill. They called for public input, a review of contentious points, and the safeguarding of citizens’ freedoms.
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Education and health were also underlined, with demands for fair teacher distribution, clear direction in the education curriculum, and prompt payments to hospitals by the Social Health Authority to ensure continued service.
The Bishops encouraged all Kenyans, especially youth, to register as voters for the 2027 elections, highlighting democratic participation as a way to influence the nation’s future.
Finally, they emphasized the importance of tackling corruption at all levels. They asserted that integrity and accountability must be upheld by both leaders and citizens.
As Kenya approaches the Jubilee Year of Hope, the Bishops called for prayer, unity, and collective efforts to create a just, peaceful, and prosperous nation.
