A lively exchange unfolded during a recent NYOTA start-up capital event when President William Ruto humorously responded to a young Samburu entrepreneur with ambitions of supplying goat meat to State House.
The youth, attending the event as part of the government’s initiative to support local businesses, expressed his desire to become a supplier to the presidential residence. In response, President Ruto jokingly told him:
“Tutaongea nyuma ya tent!” — drawing laughter from onlookers.
The playful remark reflected the President’s approachable style while engaging with young entrepreneurs, highlighting the opportunities available under programs like NYOTA, which provide funding, mentorship, and market access to budding business owners.
Observers said the interaction lifted the mood at the event, showing that even formal government functions can include moments of humor and personal connection. Social media users quickly shared clips of the exchange, celebrating both the youth’s ambition and the President’s lighthearted response.
The NYOTA program, part of efforts to empower youth and local entrepreneurs, continues to create avenues for employment and income generation, with stories like this inspiring more young Kenyans to pursue innovative business ideas.
