People are wondering if this is a mistake or the new order of flags, with the President Ruto and East African Community flag taking the center stage and the Kenyan flag relegated to a second portico at the periphery of the building.
Comedian Eric Omondi has also produced a viral skit poking fun on the The First Couple's religiosity. The Rutos have made their Christian faith central to their being. Supporters appreciate the fact that they're not afraid to practice their faith in public, but critics view it as a virtue signaling geared toward manipulating Kenyans into thinking about them positively. Others are wondering if their brand of Christianity might alienate non-Christian Kenyans.
The new administration is facing criticism from all quarters on day two in office after end energy subsidies put in place by the Kenyatta Admin to lower fuel and electricity prices. Ruto's allies have appealed for patience saying the subsidies were unsustainable in an ailing economy.
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) was viewed as the government's mouthpiece during President Daniel Arap Moi's tenure and was seen as a government cheerleader even when the regime engaged in bad acts.
Queen of the North Hezena Lameletian, accused Marriott of seeking to declare DP William Ruto the President even before the results were announced. The High Commissioner has insisted the UK remains neutral and pointed to a statement they released urging leaders and political parties to follow all existing mechanisms of conflict resolution provided in the Kenyan constitution.
The petition filed with the Supreme Court requests the Supreme Court to nullify the election that saw IEBC Chairman Declare DP William Ruto the winner. The Azimio team brought a truckload of evidence to the Supreme Court. In total 9 petitions challenging Ruto's election and IEBC conduct of the election, and one challenging Odinga's claims have been filed with the Supreme Court.
The delegation led by Sen. Chris Coons (D-De) a close ally to US President Joe Biden and US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman, signals the US considers Kenya an important strategic partner in the region. The US has, however, come short of formally congratulating Deputy President William Ruto as Kenya's President Elect.
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