Ruto Engages Kenyan Diaspora Community in Tokyo, Japan
On Wednesday, President William Ruto engaged with the Kenyan community in Tokyo, Japan.
In the gathering, the President was accompanied by First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi along with other prominent figures. The attendees warmly received President Ruto and Mama Rachel with a bouquet. In a statement, Ruto emphasized Kenya's path towards self-sufficiency and sustainable progress. He urged Kenyans in the diaspora to recognize the crucial role of Kenyan taxpayers in driving the nation's advancement, drawing a powerful comparison to Japan's robust tax system. President Ruto highlighted the importance of Kenyans taking ownership of their country's future.
The president also presented concrete plans for collaboration with Japan in Kenya's agricultural sector. He expressed confidence in Kenya's ability to utilize its abundant resources for agricultural transformation, citing initiatives such as the rice production enhancement project and discussions on agricultural mechanization. Additionally, President Ruto outlined a comprehensive master plan to capitalize on agricultural opportunities across different regions in Kenya.
Amidst discussions on economic development, President Ruto also shed light on the government's ambitious agenda to digitize public services. He acknowledged initial resistance but emphasized the necessity for seamless government operations and transparent revenue collection. President Ruto conveyed his desire to engage the Kenyan diaspora in development by recalibrating labour agreements and investing in education. This would not only tap into the potential of skilled Kenyans abroad but also strengthen ties with the diaspora community.
President Ruto's commitment to expanding the diaspora and improving diaspora policies showcases the Kenya Kwanza government's strategic approach to leveraging Kenya's global human capital. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of welfare and integration for Kenyans living abroad, highlighting collaborative efforts with the State Department for Diaspora Affairs. He lauded the diaspora as ambassadors and partners in Kenya's development journey. The purpose of Ruto's visit to Japan is to strengthen the diplomatic relations between the two nations. During his tour, the key issues to be discussed include trade and economic collaborations, as well as regional security.
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This crazy dude ruto has…
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This crazy dude ruto has nothing important to talk about except taxes! No Billy, we will not pay taxes for you to turn around and still everything.
In Japan now? Unbelievable…
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In Japan now? Unbelievable and a shame to the UDA sycophants for not showing ambassador Samoei Cherop Ruto his presidential office located on Harambee avenue in Nairobi, Kenya.
UDA: Please tell Samoei that he is not the Kenyan ambassador in all the countries of the world.
Just imagine what would happen in the USA if the current USA president (Joe Biden) neglected his presidential duties and refused to work from the White House and instead roamed to as many countries of the world as possible the same way Samoei has done since he took the oath of office in 2022.
I have a feeling that his UDA sycophants will not allow him to step done from his presidency anytime in the future. Kenyans must be prepared for another Comrade Mugabe, Comrade Kagame, and Museveni in Kenya.
Thank you Ndugu Uhuru Ngina Kamau and the former Nandi Hills MP Ndugu Keter for warning the people of Kenya against voting for Samoei in 2022.
I imagining how frustrating…
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I imagining how frustrating it must be working under Ruto. He seems to micromanage every aspect of government and now he has his sights on the fees payment system of schools. I have a feeling he is seeking ways to target the pocket books of diasporans in a way that will cause us a lot of distress. Please God, if you can hear us, do something about this maniac.
He asks Kenyans to tighten…
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He asks Kenyans to tighten their belts while he and his cabinet travel the world to no apparent gain. Late last year, the auditor revealed the level of travel charged to Kenya taxpayers equivalent to $136 million at the time. It would be nice to know what the ROI is for all that cash spent.
https://africauncensored.online/ruto-kenya-travel-analysis/
It’s a pity that some…
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It’s a pity that some diasporas doesn’t grasp some understanding and government workings even after staying outside country for a while.
But at we have to convince ourselves that not everyone of them went overseas out of their own wit. Intact most of them were airlifted by the witty relatives. Apparently but so they are our brothers and sisters.
Uhuru Kenyatta could today be in the ranks of Museveni, Mugabe, Kagames if BBI got its way. That lies the real beef between Uhuru and Ruto. Power. And thanks. Why wouldn’t anyone see that Uhuru is living with so much bitterness every minute of today?
Most diaspora members pay high taxes wherever they are. They even offer tips to top on the same taxes. There’s no government that thrives without taxes. If people were to be given choices to pay taxes, I bet somewhere close to 5% would be willing to part with whatever amount they would choose.
At times if you look at it keenly, most of our people will need tough choices and love for some important and important things to happen to them.
Kenya as we know today has been surviving on borrowed money. And now it’s time to rescind it.
Otherwise all I see here and elsewhere is nothing but really cheap politics or criticism out of hate.
We are, for the most part,…
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In reply to It’s a pity that some… by Ole (not verified)
We are, for the most part, well aware of how government works. We are also aware of the limitations of government. Allow me to explain. My federal marginal tax rate is 23%, state tax is 4.4%, local city sales tax is 6.75%. Property tax is 0.57% of assessed home value. Include assorted fees, HOA dues etc and it adds up. In return I get to live in a very low poverty neighborhood, great schools, responsive police and city government, clean safe streets. You don't have to pay off cops, bureaucrats or judges to get things done. While the tax code allows the really wealthy to pay lower marginal rates, the pool is not limited to wage earners like it is in Kenya. The reason Kenya has been living on borrowed money is because the political elite in Kenya feed on on taxes like pigs at a feeding trough. Tenderprenuership is not a thing and governors and senators accused of malfeasance routinely pay a legal price including jail terms. Babu Owino🤔
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