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Holding hands is an American custom, not for Kenyan husbands- Gachagua

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President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel (first row), Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and his wife Dorcas during the 21st National Prayer Breakfast at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi on May 30, 2024. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

During President William Ruto and First Lady Mama Rachel's three-day State visit to the US, their affectionate gesture of holding hands did not go unnoticed.

Unlike before, the two often walked hand in hand, with Ruto slowing his pace to accommodate his spouse.

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