President William Ruto

2023 - 3 - 31

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Govt Sells Part of Turkana Wind Power to US Company - Ruto ... (Kenyans.co.ke)

President (Rtd) Uhuru Kenyatta launched the project in July 2019.

The American Chamber of Commerce Regional Business Summit in Nairobi further highlighted Washington’s deep-rooted interest in Kenya. It is building a new pyrethrum refinery in Nakuru. Del Monte plans to source pineapples, avocados, mangoes and French beans from farmers in Murang’a, Kiambu, Machakos and other counties, engaging about 2,000 local farmers. These companies are providing millions of people access to the life-changing benefits of power. US company d.light alone will support at least an additional 600,000 households to access clean energy solutions,” Ruto stated. “Kenya is a global leader in clean energy solutions.

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What's the fear, open the servers: Raila to President Ruto (Capital FM Kenya)

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 31 - Opposition Leader Raila Odinga has asked President William Ruto to open the servers saying his victory was stolen hence the fear ...

“Now they are stealing from Kenyans; refusing to subsidize the cost of living yet stealing from public coffers. This will be the mother of all demonstrations which will take place irrespective of what our detractors say or think.” They then corrupted the Supreme Court like they did with the IEBC,” Odinga tweeted.

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Ruto jets back on Maandamano Day (The Standard)

He was received by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Chief of Defence Forces Robert Kibochi, Inspector-General of Police Japhet Koome and senior military ...

Ruto arrives back in Kenya on a day when the opposition plans to continue its countrywide protests over the cost of living and IEBC selection panel grievances. The Head of State is expected to later Thursday preside over the American Chamber of Commerce Summit in Nairobi. The president arrived at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi a few minutes to 9am.

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President Ruto: Rights of others must be respected (Kenya Broadcasting Corporation)

President William Ruto is calling for an end to the destruction of property and loss of lives witnessed during Azimio protests.

These are not demonstrations anymore, this is post-election violence,” Gachagua said. “These are not demonstrations; this is post-election violence. The President cannot reinstate IEBC Commissioners, he doesn’t have that power or authority.

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Keep your eyes on the ball, Gachagua tells Ruto over Azimio demos (The Star, Kenya)

President William Ruto being received at JKIA by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after arriving from a four day tour in Europe on March 30, 2023

We are also interested to know where it is," he said. The DP told the President he has an obligation to deliver the economic transformation of the country and uplift the living standards of Kenyans. • The DP told the President he has an obligation to deliver the economic transformation of the country and uplift the living standards of Kenyans.

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Show of mighty as Ruto is received by top security bosses at JKIA (Nairobi News)

President William Ruto on Thursday arrived back in the country and was received at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in an usual way.

Protester were experienced in Kibra and Mathare slums after they begun lighting bonfires from tyres as anti-government demonstrations entered the third day. He said that if demonstrations are not peaceful there shall be no demonstrations. Only firm enforcement of the law stands between us and lawlessness and full-blown chaos.

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Netizens slam Nyamu for undermining possibility of Raila-Ruto ... (Pulse Live Kenya)

Nyamu shared a photo on Instagram of President Ruto and his deputy Rigathi Gachagua engaging in a handshake and said it is the only one in Kenya.

Raila declared that the protests will not stop until their demands are met. You cannot tell me Raila does not know that 'maandamano' will not lower the price of food." He knows the avenues to use. The ongoing demonstrations have caused concern among some Kenyans, fearing they may turn violent. "The only handshake in Kenya. "He knows how that can be done.

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Experts Explain Why IG Koome, Heavy Military Received Ruto at JKIA (Kenyans.co.ke)

President William Ruto inspects a guard of honour at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport after jetting back from Europe on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Kenyans.co.

"The show of strength is necessary because authority is not only exercised, it is also demonstrated to the members of the public," Ali explained. [in command of the security forces,](https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/87548-expert-explains-secret-formation-gsu-police-use-repulse-rioters) and they were duly pledging allegiance to his reign. CDF is the highest-ranking military officer in the Kenya Defence Forces and the principal military adviser to President Ruto and the National Security Council.

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Ruto to commission 3900 interns joining PSC (The Star, Kenya)

President Ruto is accompanied by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musali Mudavadi, among other leaders. The PSC internship ...

The head of state will also preside over the launch of the Public Service Commission Values and Principles Compliance report for 2021-2022. • President Ruto is accompanied by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musali Mudavadi, among other leaders. • The head of state will also preside over the launch of the Public Service Commission Values and Principles Compliance report for 2021-2022.

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Internship programmes key in nurturing young people, President ... (Kenya Broadcasting Corporation)

3,902 interns benefitted from the programme this year. President Ruto commended the Public Service Commission for ensuring that the interns recruited reflected ...

Antony Mucheru said civil servants should demonstrate high standards of accountability. Accordingly, the Government will introduce a robust and integrated performance management architecture.” “We are developing the public service to implement our agenda.

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President Ruto urges PSC to embrace change (Capital FM Kenya)

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 31 - President William Ruto has called for a public service that adapts to the changing times. He said in the wake of globalisation ...

“The programme has injected vigour and energy into the Public Service through the creativity and ingenuity of youthful graduate interns,” said President Ruto. For the Government’s Plan to be realised, the President insisted that “we must begin by transforming our Public Service” to make it more responsive to people needs. He also commissioned the Public Service Internship Programme

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William Ruto Announces 20k Government Internship Opportunities (Tuko.co.ke)

President William Ruto has disclosed that 20000 youths would benefit from a government internship programme. A total of 3902 interns were enrolled this ...

[“See First”](https://www.tuko.co.ke/377171-to-loyal-readers-how-latest-tuko-news-facebook-news-feed.html) under the “Following” tab to see TUKO News on your News Feed The head of state added that the PSC would undergo massive reforms to make it responsive to Kenyans and their dreams for the country. [Kenya](https://kiswahili.tuko.co.ke/tags/siasa-za-kenya/) and that people living with disabilities were not left out. [Recommended for you”](https://www.tuko.co.ke/recommended/) and enjoy! [internship](https://www.tuko.co.ke/273714-kra-internship-2022.html) programme on Friday, March 31, the head of state pointed out the need to give youth an opportunity to serve the nation through the programme. [William Ruto](https://www.tuko.co.ke/tags/dp-william-ruto-news/) has disclosed that 20,000 youth are set to benefit from internship programmes in 2024.

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President Ruto says govt to implement tax policy to enhance ... (Capital FM Kenya)

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 30 - President William Ruto on Thursday announced that the government is in the process of implementing a new Tax guideline Policy ...

The government of Kenya is making a policy shift on this matter and as a result, effective June this year, all verified tax refund claims will be payable within six months,” President Ruto said. “My government is finalizing new tax policy guidelines that have gone through various stakeholder consultations, including inputs from AmCham. This policy that will enhance transparency in our tax regime will take effect by June 2023 and will now be in place for a minimum of three years,” President Ruto said.

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Kenyans Raise Eyebrows as William Ruto Hosts Spouses of MPs at ... (Tuko.co.ke)

President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto hosted spouses of MPs at the State House. The meeting has left Kenyans asking questions over the meet-up.

We all need to be committed to reversing the effects of climate change," Ruto said. What is the purpose of wasting money on MPs spouses' breakfast instead of channelling it to more important courses like school feeding programs and people suffering from drought." We have the time and resources." Rachel encouraged the spouses to adopt a forest to support the government's target of growing 15 billion trees by 2032. - First Lady Rachel Ruto urged the spouses to adopt a forest to support the government's target of growing 15 billion trees by 2032 During the meeting, Ruto expressed his commitment to working with all legislators for the sake of Kenyans.

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KQ drops sale deal with Delta for South Africa Airways venture (The East African)

President William Ruto had met top executives of Delta Airlines in December during his trip to the US. He launched the government bid to sell its entire 48.9 ...

But during the investor briefing this week, KQ chairman Michael Joseph said there were no plans to close the deal with Delta. He said South Africa is a natural partner due to its physical and geographical position on the continent as a hub. “For SAA we are doing it because overall we want to consolidate what is perceived as the fragmented African aviation market,” said Allan Kilavuka, KQ managing director and chief executive. “There is no plan to offload shares to Delta at all and as Allan (Kilavuka, KQ CEO) said, cooperation with South Africa Airlines is continuing and improving and moving it to the next level; we are very happy with the cooperation so far.” But now it appears KQ would like to consolidate its business and concentrate on the SAA deal. “We continue to talk to potential investors but no firm plans yet and as I said, we are working closely with the government of Kenya,” said Joseph.

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