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June 1, 2026
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Ruto apologises for Northern Kenya marginalisation

Ruto apologises for Northern Kenya marginalisation

President William Ruto has issued a formal apology to the people of Northern Kenya for decades of State-sanctioned marginalisation and neglect that have resulted in the region severely lagging behind in national development...

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President William Ruto issued a formal apology for decades of State-sanctioned marginalisation and neglect in Northern Kenya, acknowledging the region's severe lag in national development.

  • The apology addresses the historical impact of Cabinet Sessional Paper No. 10 of 1965, which concentrated development in "high potential" areas.
  • Key attendees at the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir Stadium included First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
  • The administration is implementing affirmative action, including measures to simplify ID and birth certificate issuance, establishing teacher training colleges, and fast-tracking the establishment of Wajir University.

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