I am ready to engage Gen Zs on X Spaces – Ruto
President William Ruto has expressed his readiness to engage with Gen Z on X (formerly Twitter) following criticism from young anti-Finance Bill protesters about his proposal for multi-sectoral forums. Speaking during a round table interview with the media on Sunday night June 30, 2024, Ruto emphasized his commitment to addressing the concerns of Kenya’s youth […]
Parliament invaders went after the armory, they are criminals – Ruto
President William Ruto has categorically labelled those who invaded and set fire to part of Parliament as criminals, not protesters. Speaking during a round table interview with local media on Sunday night June 30, 2024, Ruto asserted that the attackers targeted specific sensitive areas within the parliamentary complex. “There is a situation in Parliament. How […]
Ruto offers Gen Z employment optionsÂ
President William Ruto of Kenya has outlined ambitious programs aimed at addressing the nation’s escalating youth unemployment crisis, emphasizing affordable housing and labour migration as pivotal opportunities for the younger generation. Speaking at the State House on Saturday, June 29, 2024, during a meeting with bishops from the African Independent Pentecostal Church of Africa, Ruto […]
‘Stand up for what is right, seek truth, work towards fair just society’ – Okiya Omtatah
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has called on citizens to remain steadfast in their pursuit of justice. In a statement shared on his X account on Saturday, June 29, 2024, Omtatah noted the importance of perseverance, determination, and courage in the ongoing struggle for fairness and truth. “Never give up on the quest for justice. Perseverance, […]
‘Chest thumping and arrogance have destroyed many leaders’ – Legion Maria Church warns Ruto
The Legion Maria Church Bishops have expressed concern over the violent incidents that marred Tuesday, June 25, 2024 anti-Finance Bill 2024 protests in Nairobi and other parts of the country. In a press statement issued on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, the bishops voiced their opposition to what they termed “unprecedented, unwarranted, unlawful, and inhuman” actions […]
’I salute Kenyan youth for standing against problematic Finance Bill 2024’ – Lupita Nyon’go
Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o has thrown her support behind the Kenyan youth amidst ongoing protests against the contentious Finance Bill 2024. Taking to her Instagram page, the Kenyan actress expressed admiration for the youths’ resilience and their efforts to fight for their democratic rights. “I salute the Kenyan youth and I am grateful to them […]
‘The world is watching your descent into tyranny’ – KHRC warns Ruto over brutality on anti-Finance Bill 2024 protesters
The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has warned President William Ruto, cautioning him against using violence on peaceful protesters demonstrating against the Finance Bill 2024. In a statement issued on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, KHRC condemned the actions of the police, who were seen firing their guns at demonstrators marching along City Hall Way earlier. […]