PICTURE STORY: President Ruto graces Kimalel Goat Auction which Blends Culture and Commerce in Baringo
NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 22 - President William Ruto has graced the annual Kimalel Goat Auction in Baringo County, drawing attention to one of most iconic - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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President William Ruto attended the annual Kimalel Goat Auction in Baringo County, an event that blends cultural celebration with significant trade for pastoral communities ahead of the festive season. This year marks a historic digitalization of the auction, allowing remote participation for the first time.
- Over 9,000 goats are expected to be traded at the event.
- The auction, pioneered in 1992 by the late President Daniel arap Moi, aims to uplift livestock-keeping communities.
- For the first time since its inception, the auction has integrated digital technology, enabling buyers to participate remotely.
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President Ruto Attends Baringo Cultural Festival and Kimalel Goat Auction - December 2025
President William Ruto attended the annual Baringo Cultural Festival and Kimalel Goat Auction, an event that blends cultural celebration with trade for pastoral communities. During the festival, the President affirmed that Kenya's transformation is "unstoppable" and reiterated his commitment to a bottom-up economic approach. This year marked the historic digitalization of the auction, allowing remote participation for the first time. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was absent from the event on Monday, December 22, due to illness and was represented by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku.
