Ruto’s big date with Parliament set for November 19

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi announced the date, urging senators to attend the joint sitting of Parliament.

President William Ruto during the Special National Adress at State House on July 30, 2026/PCS

President William Ruto will deliver the 2026 State of the Nation Address to a joint sitting of Parliament on Thursday, November 19.

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.

Kingi urged senators to attend the joint sitting, which will bring together members of both the National Assembly and the Senate.

“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.

Source: The Star