He appears to be dropping public meetings and mini-rallies or roadside stops to embrace boardroom sessions with key political figures. Ruto’s administration has come under sharp focus over alleged state-sponsored abductions, return of extra-judicial killings, growing political intolerance and unbridled arrogance. In what is seen as a strategy to counter public resentment, Ruto has opted to meet politicians from select regions to map out strategies. There are reports the leaders could meet Deputy President Kithure Kindiki this week as the Kenya Kwanza administration intensifies consultations. Insiders say the President has been holding meetings with political leaders from various regions as part of his efforts to unite the country and reassure Kenyans of his development agenda.

Source: The Star November 19, 2024 06:34 UTC