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Ruto is good at political plotting, but he seems to flounder on governance

President William Ruto. [PCS]

President William Ruto, in office since September 2022, seeks recognition as a world leader. He is attention-grabbing, brilliant, and knows that he is brilliant.

With Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua cheering and claiming that Kenya is private company, Dr Ruto believes the Bible, the Constitution, and the Commander-In-Chief's sword empower him to do as he desires - a big mistake full of policy contradictions which undermines his aspiration for local and continental greatness.

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