Posted 3/17/2024, 5:17:01 PM
Ruto Backs Odinga's AU Bid to Boost Trade, Says Unity Progress For Kenya
- President Ruto explains supporting Raila Odinga's bid for African Union chairmanship is part of a plan to open up Africa as a free trade area and boost economies
- Ruto states unity is important, using the example of wanting Odinga to get the AUC position and asking Kenyans to support him
- Opening up Kenya and African nations for more trade is a key progressive agenda according to Ruto
- Ruto notes joblessness remains an issue, saying his government is finalizing deals to export labor and employ youth abroad
- Foreign affairs cabinet secretary Mudavadi recently said the gender issue blocking Odinga's AUC bid was resolved