Charlene Ruto: My father truthfully holds best interests of Kenyans at heart

As protests against the Finance Bill continue across the country, Charlene Ruto has taken to social media to share her perspective on the same.

In a statement on X, Charlene highlighted her dual identity as both the president's daughter and a youth champion.

"I stand in a very unique position regarding the issues facing my country Kenya as we speak," she said.

"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 said as a youth champion, she hears the cry of this generation.

"I give my kudos that we not only care about current affairs but have a stand and are willing to raise our concerns," she said.

"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."

Kenyans took to the streets to demonstrate against the Finance Bill 2024.

As the demos continued, the majority of the amendments to the Finance Bill, 2024 were adopted as MPs began the committee consideration of the government’s tax proposals.

Notable amendments that sailed through included those moved by the Chairperson of the Finance and Planning Committee Kuria Kimani (Molo MP).

MPs voted to adopt an amendment to delete clauses that included tax on bread, internet and diaspora remittance.

The tax is among those that swirled public anger and discontent over the Finance Bill, 2024 amid soaring street protests across the country.