President William Ruto has reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting significant reforms in the sugar industry following his approval of the Sugar Bill 2022. Speaking at a church service at Ekambuli Church of God in Khwisero, Kakamega County, Ruto assured that the proposed reforms in the Bill aim to revitalize …
Read More »Atwoli To President Ruto: Let’s Change The Constitution
Francis Atwoli, the Secretary General of the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU), has called on President William Ruto to assist in amending Kenya’s constitution, which he says is being exploited by some individuals to block beneficial government projects. Speaking at a church service in Kakamega, Atwoli argued that the …
Read More »Ruto Calls Trump to Offer Congratulations, Discuss U.S.-Kenya Relations and Haiti Mission
President William Ruto has extended his congratulations to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump following his election victory, during a phone call in which the two leaders focused on strengthening bilateral ties and exploring areas of mutual interest. Ruto expressed optimism about Trump’s upcoming term and underscored the significance of U.S.-Kenya cooperation …
Read More »Gachagua, Wetangula or Kindiki? Who’s in Charge During Ruto’s Absence?
President William Ruto has traveled to Burundi for the 23rd Summit of COMESA (Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa) in Bujumbura. As per Article 147 of the Constitution, the Deputy President assists the President in his duties and serves as his main aide. Article 134 states that the Deputy …
Read More »Duale: There Was A Planned Coup Against Ruto in June
Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has disclosed that a coup against President William Ruto was planned for June 25, 2024. Duale stated that the conspirators aimed for a regime change but did not reveal their identities, claiming it wasn’t his responsibility to do so. “On June 25, there was a …
Read More »Tunai and Karoney Get New State Roles in Ruto’s Latest Appointments
President William Ruto has announced new government appointments in a gazette notice dated August 23, 2024. Former Lands Cabinet Secretary Farida Karoney has been appointed Chairperson of the National Lottery Board for a three-year term, effective immediately. ALSO READ: Ruto Kicks Out Nyakera as KEMSA Chair Additionally, former Narok …
Read More »Eldoret, The Fifth
Eldoret is finally a city and the fifth Kenyan city after Nairobi, Kisumu, Mombasa and Nakuru. President William Ruto on Thursday led the conferment of Eldoret municipality to a city status. The ceremony took place after assessment that Eldoret met the criteria for classification as a city under …
Read More »Raila: Uhuru Urged Me to Engage with Ruto During Gen Z Protests
Azimio leader Raila Odinga has disclosed that former President Uhuru Kenyatta requested him to collaborate with President William Ruto to address the concerns raised by the Gen-Z protests. Speaking in President Ruto’s Elgeyo Marakwet stronghold, Odinga explained that Kenyatta’s request led him to explore ways to progress the country. “During …
Read More »Moses Kuria: I advised Ruto to integrate the Opposition into government
Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria now asserts that he recommended to President William Ruto the inclusion of Opposition leaders in his government. Kuria explained that his suggestion was based on his assessment of potential problems if the Opposition was not involved. Although he is no longer in government, …
Read More »Senator Maanzo Criticizes Ruto’s Broad-Based Government Proposal
Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo has voiced strong opposition to President William Ruto’s plan to create a broad-based government by including opposition members in the Cabinet. On July 24, President Ruto appointed four ODM party members to his administration, sparking speculation about a possible alliance between the government and the opposition. …
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