The signing of a joint framework agreement between Kenya Kwanza and ODM was the key highlight of President William Ruto's week.
Ruto and Raila appended their signatures to the Memorandum of Understanding flanked by their respective party officials.
According to the MoU, the two leaders will first work towards full implementation of the NADCO report.
A total of 10 issues are captured in the MOU.
The signing was preceded by Raila's countrywide consultations with party members in his traditional support bases to gather views on his next political move.
The MOU is aimed at addressing Kenya's social, economic and political challenges in 2025.
It was held at KICC Friday morning.
The week was, however, not just about political agreements and strategic engagements.
President Ruto also took time to honor fallen leaders, including attending the burial of Baringo Senator William Cheptumo, former Malava MP Malulu Injendi and former IEBC chairperson Wafula Chebukati.
This is how it went down.
March 4 (Tuesday)
He attended the burial ceremony of the late Malava MP, Malulu Injendi, at his home in Kakamega County.
In his address, Ruto said he had lost not just a fellow leader and a true friend but also a brother.
"Moses Malulu Injendi was a gifted and firm leader who served the people of Malava with distinction," he said, adding that he was focused, hardworking and tirelessly championed for women’s empowerment.
"Mheshimiwa’s remarkable work in Malava Constituency — especially in education — will forever guide, shape and influence our future."
March 5 ( Wednesday)
At State House, Nairobi, he received credentials of Ambassadors Gorge Psiachas (Greece), Ines Fors Fernandez (Cuba), Kang Hyungshik (Korea), Mario de Azevedo Constantino (Angola), and Madam Vu Thanh (Vietnam).
Kenya, according to Ruto, will continue to strengthen diplomatic ties with many nations for mutual interest and benefit.
These include advancing trade and investment, enhancing people-to-people relations, securing job opportunities, and fostering global partnerships for the collective well-being of humanity.
During the same day, he held talks with World Athletics President Lord Sebastian Coe.
Acknowledging Kenya's rich sporting history, particularly in track and field, which has made it a global athletics powerhouse, the press said they will continue to work with national and international bodies to address challenges such as doping and gender-based violence.
"Through sports, we are also driving climate action."
March 6 (Thursday)
At State House, he met British High Commissioner Neil Wigan where they discussed key areas of cooperation, focusing on economic collaboration, technology, innovation, and research.
President Ruto stated that they will also explore ways of advancing priority projects, including the Nairobi Railway City and climate action under the Africa Green Industrialisation Initiative.
He said The United Kingdom remains one of Kenya’s key strategic partners.
"As we strengthen this relationship, we are reviewing our Strategic Partnership Agreement for 2025–2030 to further enhance mutual growth and cooperation," he stated.
Additionally, he addressed regional peace and security in the Great Lakes region and the Horn of Africa.
Later in the day, he hosted Reverend Edward Mwai of Jesus Winner Ministry Church.
Ruto was at the church last Sunday, where he pledged Sh20 million towards its construction.
Mwai, according to Ruto, shared with him the progress of the church’s construction in Roysambu.
March 7 (Friday)
Ruto chaired the Kenya Kwanza Parliamentary Group meeting at State House before the signing of the MoU with ODM.
While addressing the leaders, the Head of State said this was the time to put Kenya and the people ahead of any other consideration.
He stated, "We will work together, political inclinations notwithstanding, to take our country forward".
"No single leader, party or sector can transform Kenya on its own; it takes our collective effort," he remarked.
March 8 (Saturday)
President Ruto joined other leaders during the send-off ceremony of former IEBC chairperson, the late Wafula Chebukati, at his Sabata home in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County.
In his tribute, he described him as a history-maker, a ground-breaker and a "hero of our nation" who put the country first.
He said he was courageous, firm and independent-minded; a man of immense integrity.
"Decent and diligent, Chebukati leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of distinguished service to the public," said Ruto.
