Justina Wamae, former running mate in the Roots party’s presidential campaign, has declined an offer from William Ruto to join a taskforce tasked with auditing health resources. This decision follows Ruto’s recent gazetting of a 20-member Human Resources for Health (HRH) taskforce aimed at evaluating healthcare workforce resources. President Ruto …
Read More »Ruto Meets AIPCA Bishops to Prep Talks
Ruto met with bishops from the African Independent Pentecostal Church Africa (AIPCA) on Saturday as part of his ongoing efforts to prepare for discussions. This follows a similar meeting he held with Catholic Church leaders on Friday. The gathering, led by Archbishop Samson Muthuri, took place at State House and …
Read More »Gachagua: I Stand with Ruto
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced his support for President Ruto’s leadership, affirming his commitment to realizing the Kenya Kwanza manifesto. Gachagua made these remarks on Saturday at the burial of Mzee Gerald Gikonyo Kanyuria in Kangema, Murang’a, noting that he is currently focused on implementing projects and tasks assigned by …
Read More »Ruto Condemns Asset Seizures Over Ukraine Conflict
President Ruto criticized the EU and the US for seizing Russian assets in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine during his speech at the Ukraine Peace Summit in Burgenstock, Switzerland on Saturday, June 15, 2024. He argued that such actions were contrary to the principles of the United Nations. …
Read More »This is How Kenya Has Benefited from Ruto’s US Visit
President Dr. William Ruto’s visit to the United States of America is expected to bring significant benefits to Kenya in terms of investments and finances, according to Government Spokesman, Dr. Isaac Mwaura. The trip will enable Kenya to negotiate with development partners and secure employment opportunities for young Kenyans struggling …
Read More »Ruto Departs U.S. After Productive Diplomatic Mission
Ruto heads back to Kenya following a four-day official visit to the United States. Departing from Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Friday evening, he expressed gratitude to President Joe Biden, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, and the American people, affirming their joint commitment to global betterment. Before leaving, Ruto …
Read More »President Ruto Engages in High-Level Discussions with Former President Obama
President William Ruto on Thursday held talks with former U.S. President Barack Obama in Washington, D.C. The two leaders exchanged views on democratic developments, climate and peace and security challenges in Africa. President Ruto termed it a “productive engagement”. “I have had a productive engagement with the Former President of …
Read More »President Ruto Announces Two Key State Appointments
President William Ruto unveiled two significant appointments to the government’s executive branch on Tuesday, following the endorsement of the Public Service Commission (PSC). Felix Koskei, Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, disclosed that these new appointments were aimed at bolstering Kenya’s and President Ruto’s influence regionally and continentally. …
Read More »US Speaker: No Joint Congress Address for President Ruto
The Speaker of the US House of Representatives has turned down a request for President Ruto of Kenya to speak at a joint session of Congress during his upcoming State visit to the United States. This decision came after Speaker Mike Johnson declined a request from certain Democratic lawmakers who …
Read More »Ruto Urges Striking Doctors to Return to Work, Promises Resolution
Addressing the nation on Labour Day at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, President William Ruto appealed to doctors to end their strike, assuring them that the government is committed to addressing their grievances, albeit over an unspecified period. Acknowledging financial constraints, Ruto stated that while the government is prepared to address …
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