In Pictures: Preparations as President William Ruto expected to address the 13th Parliament

His address will herald the commencement of the legislative processes of the 13th Parliament.

Legislators are expected to be seated by 2.30 pm, while the President's speech will begin at 3.00 pm.

Religious leaders will make a prayer before the official address, followed by a convocation of Speakers of the Senate and the National Assembly. The National Assembly Speaker will then invite the president to make his address. Once he is done, the two speakers will then adjourn Parliament.

The Head of State is expected to address a myriad of issues in his maiden speech including the high cost of living, corruption, fast-tracking the approval of Cabinet nominees and perhaps the elusive concern for legislators' allowances.

Below are pictures of activities at the Parliament Buildings in Nairobi on Thursday.

Military conducts a rehearsal outside Parliament Buildings, Nairobi. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

Little activity outside Parliament, Nairobi. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]