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July 26, 2026
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Ruto assures Kenyans of peaceful 2027 polls

Ruto assures Kenyans of peaceful 2027 polls

President William Ruto has assured Kenyans that the country will remain peaceful as political campaigns for the 2027 General Election gather momentum..

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President William Ruto has pledged that Kenya will remain peaceful during the lead-up to the 2027 General Election, vowing to prevent violence and property destruction.

  • The President emphasized that peace is "not negotiable" and a top government priority, regardless of political competition.
  • This assurance comes amid rising political temperatures and recent protests that have sometimes turned violent.
  • President Ruto stated that while political leaders have the right to campaign, the democratic space must not be abused; security agencies are instructed to deal firmly with criminal gangs.

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