William Ruto: Kenya's Fifth President
Kenya's Deputy President Wins Presidential Election
William Ruto, Kenya's deputy president, has been declared the winner of the country's presidential election. Ruto received 50.49% of the vote, narrowly defeating his opponent, Raila Odinga, who received 48.85% of the vote.
Dramatic Election Results
The election results were announced amid dramatic scenes. Ruto's victory was initially contested by Odinga, who alleged electoral fraud. However, the Supreme Court rejected Odinga's challenge, upholding Ruto's victory.
Ruto's Inauguration
William Ruto was sworn in as Kenya's fifth president on Tuesday, September 13th. In his inaugural address, Ruto pledged to unite the country and address the challenges facing Kenya, including economic inequality and corruption.
Background of Ruto
William Kipchirchir Samoei Arap Ruto was born on December 21st, 1966. He has held various political positions, including Minister of Agriculture and deputy president of Kenya. Ruto is known for his populist policies and his support for youth empowerment.
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