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Emotional President Ruto almost sheds tears at State House meeting with athletes: 'Forgive me'

President William Ruto overcome with tears during his meeting with world champions at Statehouse [Courtesy]

President William Ruto was overcome with emotion on Thursday morning, breaking down in tears during a meeting with Kenya's world champions at State House, Nairobi.

In a rare moment that cut through the formalities of protocol, the usually composed head of state appeared visibly moved, his voice breaking as he addressed the athletes in the presence of Youth Affairs & Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya.

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