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.

He claimed he had warned President William Ruto during his tenure as Deputy President about the dangers of using force and intimidation as a governance strategy.

The initiative is expected to alleviate financial challenges faced by taxpayers while promoting compliance with tax laws. It represents a critical step in the government's efforts to create a fair and efficient tax environment.

The resurfacing of abductions has reignited concerns about extrajudicial actions in the country, prompting demands for transparency and accountability.

According to the public notice from the Commissioner for Domestic Taxes Rispah Simiyu, imported fully assembled electric transformers and their parts will attract an excise duty rate of 25 per cent.

He said the expanded government structure draws lessons from past protests and seeks to foster development while reducing political divisions.

The directive follows official communication from the President, received on Friday, and assigns the vetting responsibilities to various parliamentary committees.

The Commission particularly highlighted the nomination of William Kabogo, Lee Kinyanjui, and Mutahi Kagwe to Cabinet positions, arguing that their appointment further entrenches ethnic dominance in the government.

CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe visited Kenya to assess CHAN 2024 preparations, touring key stadiums and meeting President William Ruto at State House.

The Deputy President said while advising the President is part of his duties, this only occurs if the President requests his counsel.

Koskei stated that the President’s decision aligns with his commitment to advancing the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).