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Petition against Ruto's IEBC nominees to be heard tomorrow • May 18, 2025, 6:46 AM ET (The Standard)
ICC prosecutor, under investigation, steps aside temporarily • May 17, 2025, 6:46 AM ET (The Standard)
Ruto flags off Galana Kulalu project to boost food security • May 17, 2025, 5:55 AM ET (The Standard)
Uproar over Ruto grim confession, Kenyans demand action on killings • May 14, 2025, 6:47 AM ET (The Standard)
Kaya elders want President Ruto to keep port jobs, squatter issues promises • May 14, 2025, 6:04 AM ET (The Standard)

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Also Known As William Samoei Ruto
Born December 21, 1966 (age 58) • Kenya
Title / Office president (2022-), Kenya

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