President Ruto's Nairobi Tour Continues After Fatal Convoy Incident

President William Ruto's Nairobi tour is proceeding under heightened security following a rise in criminal activity and a fatal traffic incident involving a vehicle from the presidential convoy.

The enhanced security measures, which include deployments from the General Service Unit, Recce, and specialized squads, aim to ensure the safety of both the president and the public across several high-risk areas, including Makadara, Buruburu, Umoja, Kayole, and Embakasi. The increased security presence follows a series of incidents involving opportunistic criminals targeting motorists and pedestrians with theft and assault.

Compounding these concerns, a 79-year-old British man was killed when struck by a vehicle from the Regional Commissioner's office during the presidential convoy’s movements. Throughout the week, President Ruto has focused on launching development initiatives and engaging with local communities. During a visit to Lang'ata and Kibera constituencies on Thursday, President Ruto unveiled plans to expand educational facilities and affordable housing.

Specifically, in Lang'ata, he announced investments in Lang’ata Technical and Vocational College designed to train over 2,000 youths with skills vital for economic growth. He also inaugurated the Southlands Lang’ata Affordable Housing Project - Lot 5 in Mugumoini, a development that will feature 15,960 residential units within 60 blocks, alongside community centers and a primary school. This project is part of a broader effort to replace slum areas with planned estates that offer improved living conditions.

Further emphasizing his administration's commitment to education and gender equality, President Ruto opened the PCEA Booth Girls’ High School-Ngong’ Forest and pledged to sponsor 10 vulnerable girls from each of Nairobi's 17 constituencies to attend the institution. This initiative seeks to improve access to quality education for girls and address cultural barriers that impede their educational attainment.