William Ruto

President of Kenya since 2022

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William Kipchirchir Samoei Arap Ruto is a Kenyan politician who is the fifth and current president of Kenya since 13 September 2022. Prior to becoming president, he served as the first elected deputy president of Kenya from 2013 to 2022. Previously, holders of the position were referred to as Vice President and the officeholder was unelected and appointed by the President. He previously served in three cabinet portfolios as the Minister for Home Affairs, the Minister of Agriculture and as Minister for Higher Education.

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Kenya ‘Shaken To The Core’ As Death Toll Reaches 40, Fresh Protests Erupt \| Ruto Remains Silent The largely peaceful protests, primarily led by young Gen-Z activists, escalated into violent confrontations last Tuesday. The situation deteriorated when lawmakers passed the contentious tax.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:14Published 2 weeks ago

Kenya In Flames: Death Toll In The Deadly Week Of Demonstrations Reach 30 \| Will Ruto Resign? Deadly protests in Kenya erupted over controversial tax increases, leading to 30 deaths and hundreds injured. Parliament's decision sparked violent clashes, condemned internationally for excessive.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:21Published 2 weeks ago

Kenya In Flames: After Huge Tax Win, Protesters In Kenya Plot Next Moves, Demand Ruto’s Resignation Protesters returned to the streets of Nairobi on Thursday, expressing scepticism about Kenyan President William Ruto's recent decision to temporarily suspend an unpopular tax bill. Demonstrators.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:55Published 2 weeks ago

Kenya in Flames: U.S Finally Reacts On President Ruto's Violence Over Protesters Torching Parliament In Kenya, protests against a proposed tax hike led to violence, with police killing at least 10 demonstrators. Thousands stormed parliament, prompting military deployment. President Ruto initially.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:45Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya in Flames: Ruto’s Withdrawal Fails to Quell Uprising \| Violence Videos Continue To Come Out.. Kenya is facing a tumultuous period as protests intensify despite President William Ruto's recent backtrack on proposed tax hikes. What began as online dissent against economic measures has erupted.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:04Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya's 'child of the masses' William Ruto 'deeply shocked by the popular movement against him' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 05:18Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya Unrest: Violent Clashes Force Kenyan President Ruto to Withdraw Tax Bill\| Watch Kenyan President William Ruto withdrew a controversial tax bill following violent protests that left 23 dead and hundreds injured. The bill, aimed at raising $2.7 billion in additional taxes, sparked.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:10Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya's president Ruto withdraws finance bill after deadly protests The apparent concession came to pass after at least 22 people were killed and scores injured in violent protests in the capital of Nairobi. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya's Ruto says finance bill to be withdrawn after anti-tax protest deaths Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:35Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya's Ruto vows 'full' response after deadly anti-tax protests Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:54Published 3 weeks ago

Several killed as anti-tax protesters storm Kenya's parliament Prices for fuel, food and other necessities have soared in the country, where President Ruto has vowed to quash unrest. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya Protests Turn Ugly: Ruto Calls Protests ‘Treasonous’ After Police Fire At Demonstrators The unrest has led to tragic outcomes, with at least five protestors being shot dead and over 150 injured in Nairobi. Police reportedly used tear gas and live rounds to disperse thousands who stormed.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:09Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya's Ruto bids ceremonial farewell to Haiti-bound police Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:59Published 3 weeks ago

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Kenya's president withdraws controversial bill which sparked deadly protests Kenyan president William Ruto has withdrawn a bill which sparked deadly protests in Nairobi, saying he was "respecting the loud message coming from the people". Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago
India to provide USD 250 million LoC to Kenya for modernisation of its agri sector Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces India's decision to provide USD 250 million to Kenya for the modernisation of its agriculture sector. The announcement follows talks with Kenyan President.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 5, 2023
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar calls on President of Kenya, William Samoei Ruto External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto during his state visit to India. Jaishankar appreciated Ruto's perspectives on the concerns of the Global South and.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 4, 2023

Odinga to use 'all legal options' to challenge Kenya election result Kenyan politician Raila Odinga has said he will use "all constitutional and legal options" to challenge the country's election result - which saw deputy president William Ruto declared the winner. Sky News - Published on August 16, 2022
Ruto wins Kenya presidential election as scuffles break out at count centre Last week, millions of Kenyans exercised their democratic rights and voted for their next round of political leaders. Sky News - Published on August 15, 2022