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Of William Ruto's big talk at UNGA with small action at home

By Josphat Thiong’o | 3d ago

President William Ruto is facing renewed criticism over his speech at the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), with pundits accusing him of painting a picture that is at odds with the reality on the ground in Kenya.

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