Speaking amid increasing concerns over the cost of living, Mudavadi said the challenges facing Kenya cannot be solved overnight because they are largely linked to broader global developments beyond the country’s control.
The Prime Cabinet Secretary noted that the global economy has been experiencing repeated shocks that have disrupted livelihoods, weakened markets and created uncertainty in many countries, including Kenya.
According to Mudavadi, the current economic strain is being worsened by soaring fuel prices linked to instability in the conflict-prone Middle East, alongside other emerging international trends that continue to affect supply chains, trade and inflation globally.
“Kenyans should realise that it is not going to be like instant coffee to fix some of the challenges we are facing now,” Mudavadi warned.
He added that recent global events had exposed how interconnected economies have become, with crises in one region quickly affecting prices, investments and living standards in other parts of the world.
“In the recent past humanity has been affected due to what is going on globally, affecting economies, livelihoods and destabilising societies,” he said.
Mudavadi’s remarks come at a time when many Kenyans are grappling with the rising cost of fuel, food and other basic commodities, with concerns growing over the impact of global market disruptions on the country’s economy.
The Prime CS said the economic situation should serve as a wake-up call for the country to strengthen resilience and prepare for prolonged uncertainty in the global financial environment.
He also stressed the importance of patience and collective responsibility as the government continues implementing measures aimed at stabilising the economy and cushioning vulnerable groups from further hardship.
While acknowledging the frustrations many citizens are facing, Mudavadi maintained that Kenya is not alone in dealing with economic pressures, noting that several countries across the world are struggling with inflation, debt burdens and reduced economic growth.