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04 Jul

President Ruto Chairs Critical Cabinet Meeting Amid Calls for Resolutions

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President William Ruto is currently presiding over a Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi. According to Statehouse Spokesperson Hussein Mohammed, this is first Cabinet meeting Ruto has chaired since the nationwide protests against the Finance Bill 2024 began on 25th June, 2024. The meeting follows calls from several Senators urging the President to make significant changes to his administration. Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale publicly demanded the dismissal of certain Cabinet Secretaries and the abolition of various public offices, including the Chief Administrative Secretary office and the Office of the First Lady. Khalwale also called for the removal of the Inspector…

04 Jul

Defence CS Aden Duale Defends June Ruto’s Enrollment in National Security Program

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Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has defended the enrollment of President William Ruto’s daughter, June Ruto, in a one-year National Security Strategy program at the National Defence College (NDC). Duale’s clarification comes in response to public outcry from Kenyans who view June’s selection as a blatant instance of nepotism within the Kenya Kwanza administration. The controversy arose after unverified reports claimed that June Ruto had been appointed Director of Foreign Service and would be participating in the NDC course. Speaking on Citizen TV, Duale clarified that June was nominated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where she is employed, to…

03 Jul

President Ruto Rejects New Salaries for State Officers

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President William Ruto has directed the National Treasury to review the Gazette Notice issued on 9th August, 2023, by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) concerning the remuneration and benefits for State officers in the Executive of the National Government, the Senate, and the National Assembly. This directive comes in light of the recent withdrawal of the Finance Bill 2024 and the anticipated fiscal constraints for the current financial year. President Ruto emphasized the need for the Executive and all arms of government to operate within their financial means during these challenging times. "This is a time, more than ever…

01 Jul

President Ruto to Host Gen Z Dialogue on X Space

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President William Ruto has extended an invitation to the youth of Kenya for a special dialogue session on X (formerly known as Twitter) Space. The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, 4th July or Friday, 5th July, 2024. This initiative aims to engage young Kenyans in a direct conversation with the President, providing a platform for them to voice their concerns, ask questions, and share ideas on various national issues. The dialogue comes after protests against the Finance Bill 2024 that has mutated to an array of demands. This event marks a significant effort by the President to…

30 Jun

President Ruto Responds to Arrest of Alfred Keter and “Abductions”

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President William Ruto has addressed the growing concerns over the alleged abduction of former Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter and the overall conduct of the police force. The incident, which occurred today in Nairobi in broad daylight, sparked outrage and distress among Keter's family and the public, leading to intense scrutiny of the government's handling of such cases. A video shown during the conference depicted the abduction scene, capturing the screams of Keter's children and wife. When asked how he felt about the distress caused to Keter's family, President Ruto expressed empathy, acknowledging the emotional turmoil that any family undergoes…

29 Jun

Be patient with President Ruto, Gachagua urges Kenyans

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked Kenyans to be patient with President William Ruto as the Head of State continues engaging stakeholders over the recent protests. Mr Gachagua has also called for restraint, urging Kenyans to respect leaders and stop jeering MPs or destroying their properties over the Finance Bill 2024, which has already been rejected by the President. The Deputy President said President Ruto has already kicked off consultations with various groups and stakeholders including the church leaders and business community to address the concerns raised by Gen-Z demonstrators. "Let us give the President a chance to complete the…

29 Jun

President William Ruto Meets Pentecostal Church Leaders

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President William Ruto held a significant meeting at State House, Nairobi, with leaders from the African Independent Pentecostal Church (AIPC), including 96 bishops led by Presiding Archbishop Samson Muthuri. The church leaders committed to participating in the proposed multi-sectoral forum aimed at addressing national economic challenges. During the meeting, President Ruto emphasized the government's deliberate programs and policies designed to create job and income opportunities for young people. He outlined several key initiatives, including the Affordable Housing Programme, digital jobs, labor migration, and industrialization through county aggregation, industrial parks, and special economic zones. "The government has deliberate programs and policies…

28 Jun

President Ruto Signs Appropriations Bill 2024; Orders Kshs 346 Billion Budget Cut

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President William Ruto has assented to the Appropriations Bill 2024 and directed the National Treasury to promptly prepare supplementary estimates to reduce expenditure by the amount of revenue expected from the rejected Finance Bill 2024. This reduction in expenditure, amounting to Kshs 346 billion, will be borne equitably by both levels of government: the National and County Governments. The budget cuts will impact the National Government, with the reduction spread across the executive, legislature, judiciary, and constitutional commissions. Articles 221 and 222 of the Constitution mandate that the Appropriations Bill be signed by June 30 each year to ensure the…

28 Jun

President Ruto Meets Catholic Bishops After Protests Rejecting Proposed Tax Hike

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President William Ruto held a meeting with Catholic Bishops at State House, Nairobi, in a significant step towards addressing the widespread protests against the proposed tax increase, known as #RejectFinanceBill2024. The delegation was led by Archbishop Maurice Muhatia, Chairman of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops. The meeting comes after days of demonstrations across Kenya, with citizens voicing their opposition to the proposed tax hikes outlined in the Finance Bill 2024. “We welcome the commitment by the Catholic Church to participate in a multi-sectoral engagement that seeks solutions to the issues facing our country. Through this collective approach, we will…

27 Jun

Secretary Blinken Commends Kenyan President Ruto for Efforts to Reduce Tensions

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U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a significant conversation today with Kenyan President William Ruto. In this dialogue, Secretary Blinken expressed his gratitude towards President Ruto for his proactive measures aimed at reducing tensions within the nation and his commitment to engage in dialogue with protestors and civil society groups. Secretary Blinken emphasized the critical role of security forces in maintaining order without resorting to violence. He urged for restraint and highlighted the necessity for prompt and thorough investigations into any allegations of human rights abuses that may arise. Furthermore, Secretary Blinken welcomed President Ruto’s dedication to upholding…