Kenya's President Ruto sacks cabinet ministers, vows to set up broad-based government
NAIROBI, July 11 (Political Vista)- In a surprise move, Kenyan President William Ruto has dismissed his entire cabinet, including Attorney General, Muturi in response to widespread public outrage.
The decision comes after weeks of intense criticism and nationwide protests, particularly from the youth, over Ruto's proposed tax hike, which he eventually abandoned.
Ruto has proposed a bill that he said would stabilize Kenya's economy but backtracked following anti-government protests which resulted in the killing of at least 39 people during a face-off with the police.
By sacking his ministers, Ruto aims to restore public trust and confidence in his government.
Recall that last week, Ruto proposed spending cuts and additional borrowing as means to fund the nearly $2.7 billion budget hole caused by his aborted planned tax hike amidst widespread nationwide protests.
Speaking on Thursday's broadcast after the dismissal address
of his cabinet, President Ruto also pledged to introduce a bill on Friday that
would prohibit state and public officials from participating in fundraising
events otherwise dubbed 'Harambees'
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