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February 12, 2026
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Muslim woman rejects Ruto’s hug in Mandera

Muslim woman rejects Ruto’s hug in Mandera

A brief but viral moment at Mandera’s NYOTA launch saw a Muslim woman politely decline President Ruto’s hug...

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During a visit to Mandera on Thursday, President William Ruto was respectfully declined a hug by a Muslim woman at the launch of the NYOTA programme, drawing attention to cultural sensitivity in Kenya.

  • The Muslim woman politely extended only her left hand and then withdrew, adhering to Islamic teachings on modesty.
  • President Ruto reacted with a smile and good humor to the woman's decision not to embrace him.
  • The incident sparked online discussions, with praise for both the woman upholding her beliefs and President Ruto’s respectful response.

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