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June 12, 2026
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Ruto Wraps Up Nordic Visits with Call for Greater Diaspora Investment

Ruto Wraps Up Nordic Visits with Call for Greater Diaspora Investment

"In Kibera alone, we are constructing 10,000 units, and I am confident that we will totally eradicate that slum within the next seven years,” he said. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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President William Ruto concluded his Nordic visits in Finland, urging the Kenyan diaspora to invest in national development programs like affordable housing.

  • The Kenyan government is constructing 300,000 housing units and 500 markets nationally, with 10,000 units planned for Kibera.
  • Key discussions focused on strengthening economic cooperation, including fast-tracking the Kenya-European Union Economic Partnership Agreement and collaboration in artificial intelligence and digital innovation.
  • The Kenyan government will consider establishing an embassy in Norway or Finland to better serve the Nordic diaspora.

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