Ruto Trips: Global Statesman or Just Flying President?

President William Ruto's extensive foreign travel to the G7 Leaders' Summit in Evian, France has sparked significant debate about its benefits versus costs. At the same time, Kathiani MP Robert Mbui is pushing to legally implement Ruto's pledge to exempt low-income earners from income tax, aiming to remove workers earning below KSh30,000 from the tax net. Meanwhile, the Kenyan opposition is navigating complex internal dynamics as the Linda Mwananchi faction gains influence, potentially reshaping the 2027 presidential race. In Parliament, intense drama unfolded as Members of Parliament clashed over the Finance Bill 2026, with accusations of hidden tax increases and rushed progression through the House.