President William Ruto’s Daughter Charlene Ruto has weighed in on the ongoing anti-finance bill demonstrations countrywide.
In a statement on Tuesday, June 25, Charlene said she is aware of the cry from the youths regarding the current affairs in the country.
The First Daughter urged Kenyans to raise their concerns in an informed manner with respect and honor.
“As a youth champion, I hear the cry of this generation and give my kudos that we not only care about current affairs but have a stand and are willing to raise our concerns,” said Charlene.
She added, “This is a game-changer. Let’s do it consistently, in an informed manner, with respect and honour.
That is how we will be heard. May we dwell in unity, peace and liberty. A way will be made.”Charlene went on to mention that she stands in a unique position regarding the issues facing my country Kenya as we speak.
Further, she said she has seen how her father rose in politics adding that he holds the best interests of Kenyans at heart.
“As a president’s daughter, I have no doubt in my mind, watching my father rise in politics for over 30 years, seeing his work and passion behind the scenes, that he truthfully holds the best interests of Kenyans at heart,” Charlene added.
Her statement comes at a time when irate Kenyans especially the youths are protesting across major towns and cities in the country to show their displeasure with the Finance Bill 2024.
The demos are being held in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Nyeri, Eldoret, Kakamega, Kisii, Kisumu, Kwale, Bungoma, Makueni and Murang’a counties.