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April 9, 2026
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President Ruto Declares War on Nairobi Cartels, Undermining County Progress

President Ruto Declares War on Nairobi Cartels, Undermining County Progress

“Let me be very clear: the era of appeasing cartels at the expense of public interest must come to an end. Leadership is not about protecting a few people; it is about delivering justice and order,”President William Ruto said. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capita..

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President William Ruto has declared a strong crackdown on cartels in Nairobi, stating that protecting powerful interests at the expense of public welfare will no longer be tolerated.

  • The President urged for close coordination between county and national governments to dismantle networks profiting from dysfunction.
  • Key players include President William Ruto and the Nairobi County Assembly.
  • Ruto cited the prompt payment of sugarcane farmers in Western Kenya as proof that decisive action can yield results.

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