President William Ruto is set to deliver the 2026 State of the Nation Address to a joint sitting of Parliament on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi announced the date, saying the address would provide an opportunity to assess the country’s progress in achieving its national aspirations.
Additionally, the speaker urged senators to attend the joint sitting, which will bring together members of both the National Assembly and the Senate.
Ruto to address the State of the Nation on November 19
“I take this opportunity to inform you that pursuant to Article 132 (1) (b) and (c) of the Constitution, His Excellency the President will deliver the State of the Nation Address at a joint sitting of Parliament on Thursday, November 19, 2026,” Kingi said.
This address provides an opportunity to reflect on the state of our nation and take stock of the progress made in advancing our national aspirations. I, therefore, urge all the senators to attend this important sitting,” he added.
The address is expected to provide an account of the government’s progress and priorities.
