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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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

Ruto has directed for a minimum wage increase of at least 6%, emphasizing the importance of supporting workers to lead decent lives. He conveyed this during the Labour Day event at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, assigning Labour CS Florence Bore to collaborate with the relevant committee to ensure the implementation …

President William Ruto expressed his indifference towards being likened to the biblical figure Zacchaeus, as long as Kenyans fulfill their tax obligations to facilitate the country’s development. During the 59th Labour Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi, President Ruto emphasized the importance of nation-building through domestic resources rather than relying …