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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..
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.
The largely peaceful protests, primarily led by young Gen-Z activists, escalated into violent confrontations last Tuesday. The..
Prices for fuel, food and other necessities have soared in the country, where President Ruto has vowed to quash unrest.