Kenya’s President William Ruto has expressed his willingness to meet with opposition leader Raila Odinga in the wake of the ongoing cost-of-living protests that have led to dozens of fatalities.
Mr. Odinga has been at the forefront of these demonstrations, urging the government to take measures to reduce taxes and alleviate the burden of other price increases.
In response to the escalating situation, President Ruto has indicated his readiness for a meeting with Mr. Odinga to address the pressing concerns raised by the protesters.
“My friend @RailaOdinga, I am off to Tanzania for a human capital meeting to harmonise the expansion of employment opportunities in our continent. I’m back [on Wednesday] evening, and as you have always known, I’m available to meet one on one with you anytime at your convenience,” he tweeted.
Following a media briefing by Mr. Odinga, where he asserted that President Ruto had turned down an offer by the Tanzanian president to mediate between the government and the opposition, President Ruto has expressed his readiness to meet with the opposition leader amid the ongoing cost-of-living protests that have resulted in numerous casualties.
Mr. Odinga has strongly criticized the police for their harsh treatment of the protesters and has called for vigils on Wednesday to honor those who lost their lives during the demonstrations.