President William Ruto

The Cabinet indicated that the reforms are driven by the need to address operational inefficiencies, reduce redundancy, and improve service delivery.

His remarks come amid rising political tensions, with some critics, including his former ally Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing his administration of weak leadership.

Issa Ibrahim said that the recent viral footage showing his son decrying neglect and appealing for government intervention reopened old wounds. He said the family was once again undergoing another period of immense pain and hardship.

Police shot directly into crowds, killing protesters and bystanders. The authorities have continued to track down people believed to be protest leaders or one of the estimated 3,000 protesters involved in the parliament invasion.

The move is seen as fulfilling a promise made by President Ruto in July 2024, shortly after Jumwa was excluded from his reconstituted Cabinet.

These proposals, which include refurbishing State Houses, official residences, and key offices, were initially put on hold earlier due to budget shortfalls following the collapse of the Finance Bill, 2024.

Gachagua said some leaders had lost the moral authority to call out bad behaviour due to their repeated vulgar statements in public platforms.

Muturi revealed his family’s anguish following the abduction of his son, Leslie Muturi, in June 2024.

The outcomes of the meeting are expected to shape policies that drive economic growth and ensure food security across the continent.

Ruto and his close allies described the social criticism as a serious erosion of morals in Kenyan society.

Ruto said the progress the country has made under his leadership cannot be thwarted by those opposed to change.

On his way back from Ghana where he attended President John Mahama's inauguration, Ruto made a brief stop in Luanda for talks on regional peace, bilateral relations, and cooperation within the AU.

The pilot programme will begin in 10 secondary schools in Kerio Valley, including Liter and Cheptulel secondary schools in Sigor, West Pokot County.

His remarks come amid ongoing concerns about the rise in abductions, which have sparked widespread outrage and calls for action.

The two nations also revealed plans to ease travel restrictions, with Angola pledging to waive visa requirements for Kenyan visitors, reciprocating Kenya’s earlier gesture.

Sudan accused Kenya of supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and interfering in its internal affairs.

According to the Royal House, the visit highlights the strong relations and growing cooperation between Kenya and the Netherlands. The Netherlands aims to deepen existing ties and explore new partnerships in various sectors.

Ruto is leveraging the gathering of over 10 African leaders attending Mahama's inauguration to rally additional support for Odinga's continental bid.

Ruto said the decision to back Odinga was the result of elaborate consultations with leaders from across the East African Community.

The report says the economy continues to be the primary driver of both optimism and pessimism.

The President highlighted the significant economic challenges faced by Kenya, including the rising cost of living due to global economic shocks, the pressure on the Kenyan shilling, and the lasting impact of the region’s longest drought, which was followed by floods that destroyed crops, livestock, and infrastructure.

Many accused him of failing to address domestic concerns, particularly the wave of abductions that has gripped the nation in recent months.

Mwangi’s abduction is part of a troubling pattern of disappearances, particularly among government critics and human rights defenders.

Gachagua told Ruto to focus on his mandate to transform the economy and ensure the end of abduction networks, leaving parenting matters to the parents themselves.

Ruto's administration is continuing to face criticism over abductions from political leaders, clerics and rights organisations.

Evans Ogada, a specialist in constitutional and administrative law litigation also avers that there is no law requiring citizens to respect the president.

Bitok, who has denied allegations linking him to an alleged government abduction unit, claims the posts have tarnished his reputation and endangered his safety.

The former head of Judiciary went further to state that he does not know any law that decrees citizens to respect the president.

He expressed his shock and distress over his son’s abduction and appealed to the government for assistance in locating him.

The president reassured citizens of his government's commitment to ending the wave of abductions, which has sparked fear and outrage across the nation.