KENYAN President William Ruto announced on Wednesday the withdrawal of proposed tax hikes after facing intense pressure from youth-led protests that resulted in deadly clashes and widespread demonstrations. This marks a significant victory for the protest movement, which has been demanding a political overhaul. The announcement followed violent confrontations between police and demonstrators, with at … Read more
KENYAN President William Ruto has announced plans to engage with young people who have vocally opposed the introduction of new taxes under the Finance Bill 2024. The proposed bill, which includes an eco levy on imported items such as electronic gadgets, sanitary towels, and diapers, has sparked significant unrest among the youth, leading to protests on Tuesday … Read more
KENYA’S President William Ruto has announced significant amendments to the contentious Finance Bill that has sparked widespread protests in the capital, Nairobi. The revisions, presented by Ruto and Finance Committee Chairman Kimani Kuria to MPs and Senators at the State House on Tuesday, aim to address public concerns. Ruto emphasised that the changes reflect the … Read more
KENYA’S President William Ruto has established a team to address concerns over the retirement benefits and privileges of his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta. This move follows a public dispute between the two former political allies. The formation of the team comes after Kenyatta publicly alleged mistreatment by his former deputy, despite constitutional guarantees on the benefits … Read more
US President Joe Biden is set to welcome Kenyan President William Ruto this week for extensive discussions covering a range of topics, including debt relief for Kenya and addressing challenges in Haiti, Ukraine, Sudan, and other regions. Kenya has been facing severe liquidity challenges, prompting calls from Washington for major creditor countries like China, Kenya’s … Read more
KENYAN President William Ruto embarks on a significant state visit to the United States, marking the first such visit by a Kenyan president in two decades and the first by an African leader since 2008. The highly anticipated meeting between Ruto and US President Joe Biden in Washington is expected to address pressing issues, including … Read more