William Ruto

A Nation in Turmoil: Kenya's Unrest and Its Global Echoes In the heart of Nairobi, where the vibrant pulse of Kenyan culture usually thrives, chaos and an eerie quietude engulfed the streets. The aftermath of a protest turned terrifying reveals a nation grappling with deep-seated discontent, leaving at least 16 casualties and hundreds more injured. As shops smolder and business districts lie in ruins, the Kenyan government's labeling of the unrest as "terrorism disguised as dissent" resonates both locally and globally.…

Kenyans Demand Accountability: President Ruto Reshuffles Cabinet Amid Unrest President William Ruto has taken the extraordinary step of dismissing nearly his entire cabinet in the wake of fierce protests against his government in Kenya. This East African country is still grappling with the aftermath of rallies held last month. What started as peaceful demonstrations against steep tax hikes devolved into chaos, culminating in police clashing with protesters, resulting in some damage to parliament. Mostly fueled by young…

Biden Welcomes Kenya's Ruto with Major Non-NATO Ally Designation On Thursday, President Joe Biden rolled out the red carpet for Kenyan President William Ruto at the White House, unveiling plans to officially designate Kenya as a major non-NATO ally. This strategic move highlights Washington’s quest for influence in Africa, especially as it navigates its relationships with Moscow and Beijing. With this announcement, Kenya becomes the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to earn this title, which is already held by 18…