Let-down: Atwoli, Ruto ignore worker's calls for higher wages, tax relief and job security
Instead of addressing workers' demands, the President and other leaders delved into campaigns. Ruto's speech dwelt largely on his score card as Cotu's Atwoli sang the president's praises...
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Despite pleas from workers for higher wages, tax relief, and job security, President William Ruto and COTU boss Francis Atwoli seemingly ignored these concerns during this year's Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County.
- Workers expressed disappointment as the high cost of living continues to strain their finances.
- Key individuals involved were President William Ruto and COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli.
- The event in Chavakali, Vihiga County, was marked by lavish spending, contrasting sharply with the struggles of the majority of Kenyan workers.
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Workers Demand Better Terms As Labour Day Becomes Campaign Rally - May 2026
The 61st Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County, presided over by President William Ruto, were dominated by political campaigning rather than worker welfare discussions. Despite pleas from workers for higher wages, tax relief, and job security, President William Ruto and COTU boss Francis Atwoli seemingly ignored these concerns. Kenya's Labour Day celebrations highlighted a stark contrast between leaders' lavish spending and the everyday struggles of workers facing a high cost of living. Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has also announced his intention to remain an active participant in Kenya's political discourse.
