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President Ruto Orders Crackdown on Political Goons Amid Condemnation of By-Election Violence
Following widespread violence at the November 27th by-elections, Machakos Woman Representative Joyce Kamene Kasimbi criticized the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). PCEA leader Thegu Mutahi and leaders of the Muslim community also strongly condemned the chaos, violence, and destruction observed during the recent by-elections. In response, President William Ruto issued a direct order for police to apprehend individuals causing trouble and warned leaders who use hooligans to advance their political agendas. The President directed security officials to deal decisively with gangs used by politicians to cause chaos.
President Ruto Highlights Economic Achievements, Teacher Hiring, and Future Goals
President William Ruto declared that his administration's difficult decisions have propelled Kenya to become the sixth-largest economy in Africa. He also announced that his administration has hired 100,000 teachers over the past three years. Looking ahead, the President stated that Kenya aims to become a net exporter of sugar within the next three years. He reiterated that the Bottom-Up Economic Model is a strategic approach to improve lives, not just a slogan. Separately, President Ruto dismissed speculation about extending his term, stating he has no interest in being president for 20 years.
Galana Kulalu Designated as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ)
Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has declared Galana Kulalu as a new special economic zone. The area is also set to be officially gazetted. This move is part of significant agricultural reforms intended to unlock the nation's large-scale farming potential. The government is also opening a one-stop land office as part of these reforms. This development was announced during live broadcasts on KTN News and NTV Kenya.
Police Dismantle Illicit Brewery, Seize KSh14.2M in Bhang, and Pursue MP in Assault Case
In Kericho, police have dismantled an illicit brewing establishment in Kipsitet. In a separate incident in Machakos County, detectives intercepted a vehicle and seized bhang valued at an estimated KSh14.2 million after a high-speed pursuit on the Machakos–Kangundo road. Meanwhile, police in Kisii are actively searching for MP Anthony Kibagendi after a video surfaced on Thursday allegedly showing him assaulting a man at a restaurant in Kisii town.
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