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July 30, 2026
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All eyes on Ruto as Kenya awaits high-stakes State House Address

All eyes on Ruto as Kenya awaits high-stakes State House Address

President Ruto to address the nation at 7pm Thursday; as economic hardship, labour unrest and Cabinet reshuffle speculation heighten expectations for one of his most closely watched speeches...

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President William Ruto is set to deliver a highly anticipated State House address on Thursday July 30, 2026, amid growing public concern over economic hardship and labor unrest.

  • The address is expected to focus on Kenya's future and a renewed national vision.
  • Key individuals involved include President William Ruto and his Deputy President, Kithure Kindiki.
  • Speculation is also rife regarding a potential Cabinet reshuffle, which would be Ruto's fourth since taking office in 2022.

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Kenya Mourns Former UoN Chancellor Vijoo Rattansi - July 2026

Kenya is mourning the passing of Vijoo Rattansi, the first and only female Chancellor of the University of Nairobi (UoN), who served for a decade. Dr. Vijoo Rattansi, the first woman to serve as chancellor of the University of Nairobi, has passed away, with her death confirmed on Thursday, July 30.

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