Govt to support the dead, people injured during protests – Ruto

By Moses Muli

Published: July 5,2024 03:20 PM

President William Ruto has said the government will support all those injured and the families of those who lost their lives as a result of the Finance Bill 2024 protests which rocked the country.

In a remorseful tone, Ruto expressed his sympathies with the family and friends of those who lost their lives, saying ‘one life lost is a life too many.’

“The last two weeks have been a difficult time for us as a country where Kenyans have regrettably lost lives, many have been injured and our constitutional institutions attacked,” Ruto said.

“I extend my deepest condolences to those who unfortunately lost their lives. One life lost is a life too many. To the mothers, fathers, siblings, relatives and friends of those who lost their loved ones, my deepest sympathies and condolences to you all,” he added.

Ruto wished those who are currently in hospitals and recuperating a quick recovery, promising them government support.

“The government of Kenya will support all those who’ve lost their lives and those who’ve been injured,” Ruto assured.

Ruto on tribeless discourse

He expressed confidence that the nation had moved from the discussion of tribes, and was on a path of discussing issues.

“Despite all this, as a nation, we are finally having the right conversation, not about our tribes, or personalities, or political formations, but rather issues that affect each and every one of us: issues such as taxation, debt, the budget, corruption, the cost of living, unemployment, and opportunities for our young people,” Ruto noted.