Ruto courts village elders with monthly stipends in 'Tutam' plan
Expanded funding for village elders and cash transfer programmes in the 2026 Finance Bill has sparked debate...
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As the 2027 General Election approaches, President William Ruto is reportedly implementing a new strategy to garner support by offering monthly stipends to village elders.
- The initiative, dubbed 'Tutam,' aims to secure the President's re-election bid.
- Key individuals involved include President William Ruto and village elders nationwide.
- The specific amount of the monthly stipend is not yet disclosed in this excerpt, prompting readers to explore further for details.
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