President Ruto says plans to build church at State House still on

Inside the State House 'mabati' chapel: Its history, purpose & significance

President William Ruto worshipped at the State House Interdenominational Chapel on Sunday, September 14, 2025, becoming the first president to do so with the rich history of the chapel and its significance coming to light. The chapel was at the center of controversy when the media unearthed a plan to build a mega-church at State House. According to the chapel's chaplain Benard Njagi, the chapel has been in existence for 22 years and has served t…

President Ruto says plans to build church at State House still on

NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 14 – President William Ruto has reiterated that plans to build a new church within the State House grounds are still on. Speaking during a Sunday service at the State House Chapel in Nairobi, the Head of State said the current worship space is too small and forces congregants to sit outside. “God will give us the grace to get another place to worship without other people sitting outside,” he said. “I am confident that God is…