I'm not a tourist, Ruto says amid travel criticism
President William Ruto has defended his incessant foreign travels, reminding Kenyans that he was the country’s chief diplomat and not a tourist...
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President William Ruto has defended his frequent international trips, asserting his role as Kenya's chief diplomat rather than a tourist.
- The President stated his position in response to media reports questioning his travels.
- President William Ruto is the key figure defending his actions.
- His defense emphasizes that his diplomatic engagement abroad is a necessity of his office.
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