William Ruto has received public congratulations from Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta for the first time since winning the election on August 9.
The outgoing president, who had supported seasoned politician Raila Odinga to succeed him, announced in a speech highlighting his administration’s major accomplishments that he would be there for Tuesday’s swearing-in ceremony.
The Supreme Court dismissed three petitions last week that contested Mr. Ruto’s victory.
Given the significant changes the nation underwent during his presidency, Mr. Kenyatta asked his successor to serve all Kenyans, regardless of their political views.
The improvement of the nation’s devolution system and the inclusion of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the East African Community were among the accomplishments he highlighted.
More than 20 heads of state have been invited to the ceremony, according to the team in charge of managing Tuesday’s handover.
