During a two-day official state visit to Japan, President William Ruto has successfully secured investments totaling Ksh.45 billion. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura made the announcement at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) on Thursday, revealing that a substantial portion of the investment, Ksh.15 billion, will be directed towards the construction …
Read More »Raila Denies Endorsing Ruto’s Housing Initiative
Raila Odinga has rebuffed claims of endorsing President William Ruto’s affordable housing initiative, stressing that neither he nor the Azimio coalition support the programme. In a statement issued through the party’s official channels on Monday, Raila distanced himself and the entire Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition from Ruto’s housing …
Read More »Wetangula Urges Ruto to Ignore Critics and Proceed with Housing Plans
Moses Wetangula, the Speaker of the National Assembly, has advised President Ruto to persist with his affordable housing plans despite criticism. Speaking in Kakamega, Wetangula urged Ruto to press on, citing the necessity of tough decisions in the development journey, akin to those made by developed nations. Wetangula dismissed objections …
Read More »President Ruto Mourns Passing of Namibia’s President Geingob
President William Ruto expressed his heartfelt condolences on Sunday following the passing of Namibia’s President Hage Geingob, praising him as a dedicated leader committed to serving his nation. In a statement released on Sunday, President Ruto conveyed his deepest sympathies to the family and citizens of Namibia, reflecting on the …
Read More »“Siasa hii ya makelele mimi sitaki” Ruto Condemns Heckling Youth in Meru
President William Ruto expressed strong disapproval towards disruptive behavior exhibited by a group of unruly youth during a public event in Kiutine, Meru County, on Friday. The youth were heckling Governor Kawira Mwangaza as she addressed the gathering, prompting Ruto to intervene. (“Siasa hii ya makelele mimi sitaki. Hii ni …
Read More »Ruto Vows to Press Ahead with Housing Plan Despite Court Setback
President William Ruto has reaffirmed his commitment to proceeding with his administration’s affordable housing initiatives, despite the Court of Appeal’s recent decision not to suspend a High Court order deeming the housing levy unconstitutional. Addressing the public in Kiutine, Meru County on Friday, Ruto underscored that despite the court’s ruling, …
Read More »Raila Odinga Criticizes Koome- Ruto Meeting, Deems it Irresponsible
In a development that has sparked controversy and raised concerns over the independence of the judiciary, opposition leader Raila Odinga has strongly criticized the recent meeting between Chief Justice Martha Koome and President William Ruto at State House. The meeting, aimed at resolving the ongoing stand-off between the Executive and …
Read More »President Ruto to Tour Busia on Sunday to Counter Opposition Influence
President William Ruto is scheduled to visit Busia on Sunday, which local analysts suggest could be an attempt to counter Raila Odinga’s influence in the county. The visit, primarily for an interdenominational prayer meeting at Machakus ACK church in Teso Central subcounty, will also include political rallies and the initiation …
Read More »President Ruto Convenes with Jubilee MCAs at State House, Nakuru
President William Ruto held a meeting on Thursday morning with 120 Jubilee party Members of the County Assembly at State House, Nakuru. The delegation, headed by interim party leaders including party leader Sabina Chege, Secretary General Kanini Kega, and Deputy Chairperson Adan Keynan, was captured in photos obtained by The …
Read More »Kibwana Urges Ruto to Embrace Role as Nation’s Guardian
Former Makueni Governor Kivutha Kibwana is emphasizing the need for President William Ruto to adopt his role as the nation’s guardian and father figure. In his statement on Thursday, Kibwana remarked that during the electoral campaigns, Kenyans perceived Ruto as a paternal figure, but this perception has not been consistent. …
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