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Kenya’s Ruto dismisses almost entire cabinet after nationwide protests

Kenya's President William Ruto addresses the nation after he dissolved most of his cabinet in the wake of nationwide protests over planned taxes, at State House in Nairobi, Kenya, July 11, 2024 [Thomas Mukoya/Reuters]

Kenyan President William Ruto has announced the dismissal of almost his entire cabinet and consultations to form a “broad-based government” following widespread anti-government protests.

Ruto said his decision would apply to all ministers, including the attorney general, but it excluded Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi.

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