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Kenya's President Ruto sacks entire Cabinet

President William Ruto

President William Ruto making his address at State House on July 11, 2024 when he announced the dismissal of all Cabinet Secretaries.  Francis Nderitu | Nation Media Group

By  MOSES NYAMORI

Kenya's President William Ruto has fired all Cabinet Secretaries and Attorney General Justin Muturi in response to youth-led anti-government protests.

Only Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, who also doubles as Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary has been spared.

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