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Kenyan President Ruto Dismisses Entire Cabinet Amid Protests Over Taxes, Retains Prime CS and Deputy President

Jul 11, 2024, 12:42 PM

Kenyan President William Ruto has dismissed his entire cabinet, including all Cabinet Secretaries and the Attorney General, following weeks of deadly protests over plans to implement new taxes. The Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are the only members who remain in their positions. President Ruto stated that the decision was made after reflection, listening to Kenyans, and a holistic appraisal of his cabinet's performance. Principal Secretaries will now supervise the ministries to ensure the operations of the government continue uninterrupted. The announcement was made ahead of Ruto's scheduled address to the nation later on Thursday at 2 p.m. local time. The decision was also influenced by the recent events that necessitated the withdrawal of the Finance Bill 2024.