Kenya's former Prime Minister Raila Odinga joined hands with President William Ruto through a cooperation deal they call a "memorandum of understanding." These two fought hard against each other during the presidential race back in 2022 when Ruto came out on top. Angry crowds took to the streets after that election because Odinga fans believed someone cheated with the votes.
Things became really scary across Kenya as several people who ran for the election quit their jobs. Some even refused to put their names on the final paperwork. The highest court later decided Ruto truly won despite all these problems. Last summer brought more trouble when young people started huge protests against new tax laws that would make life more expensive for average folks.
The timing looks interesting since Odinga just failed to win the job of African Union Chairman even though Ruto worked hard telling other countries to pick him. Both men claim their new agreement helps heal old wounds between different groups of Kenyans. They talked about creating jobs for young people and making sure government officials spend money wisely instead of wasting it.
Ruto promised he would carry out everything written in something called the NADCO report. Odinga made clear his political party has not officially teamed up with Ruto's party yet. He said, "What we signed today does not create a political coalition between our parties, but good results might lead to bigger partnerships later." Many people who watch Kenyan politics think this deal simply tries to keep government critics quiet.
Things became really scary across Kenya as several people who ran for the election quit their jobs. Some even refused to put their names on the final paperwork. The highest court later decided Ruto truly won despite all these problems. Last summer brought more trouble when young people started huge protests against new tax laws that would make life more expensive for average folks.
The timing looks interesting since Odinga just failed to win the job of African Union Chairman even though Ruto worked hard telling other countries to pick him. Both men claim their new agreement helps heal old wounds between different groups of Kenyans. They talked about creating jobs for young people and making sure government officials spend money wisely instead of wasting it.
Ruto promised he would carry out everything written in something called the NADCO report. Odinga made clear his political party has not officially teamed up with Ruto's party yet. He said, "What we signed today does not create a political coalition between our parties, but good results might lead to bigger partnerships later." Many people who watch Kenyan politics think this deal simply tries to keep government critics quiet.
