President Ruto Jets Out to Baku for World Urban Forum

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: May 16, 2026Country: Kenya

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President Ruto Jets Out to Baku for World Urban Forum

President William Ruto has traveled to Azerbaijan to promote Kenya's affordable housing program at the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum. The government aims to establish global partnerships and investments for housing and urban renewal projects. Ruto, serving as the global champion for adequate housing, will showcase the impact of the Affordable Housing Programme and seek innovative financing models.

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