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President Ruto explains his weightloss

By Stephanie Wangari | 3yrs ago

President William Ruto addressing the media during an event on May 3, 2023. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] [Boniface Okendo, Standard]

President William Ruto has explained why he has lost some weight following concerns by some Kenyans on social media platforms.

Speaking during a media briefing on Sunday, May 14, President Ruto explained he had added some weight during the campaign period in 2022.

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