President William Ruto is set to deliver a recorded announcement at 6pm on Wednesday evening.
The Head of State currently in Moscow, Russia, attending the Third Russia-Africa Summit and Economic and Humanitarian Forum.
A media alert issued by the Executive Office of the President through State House Press Secretary Emmanuel Talam confirmed that the President would address the country through a recorded message.
The announcement is scheduled to be broadcast simultaneously across Ruto’s official social media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok.
However, the media alert did not disclose the subject of the announcement, leaving Kenyans waiting to hear what the President will address in his evening message.
The announcement comes as Ruto is in Russia for high-level engagements aimed at strengthening Kenya’s relations with Moscow and pursuing economic partnerships.
The President arrived in Moscow on Wednesday for the two-day Russia-Africa Summit, which brings together African leaders and Russian officials to discuss cooperation in trade, investment, technology and other areas of mutual interest.
According to State House, Kenya is seeking to expand markets for its agricultural exports, including tea, coffee, cut flowers and fresh produce, while attracting investment in manufacturing, agro-processing, energy and infrastructure.
The visit also provides an opportunity for Kenya to explore cooperation in digital innovation, artificial intelligence and technology transfer, as the government seeks to strengthen the country's economy and create employment opportunities.
Ruto’s trip marks his first visit to Russia since assuming the presidency in 2022.
The summit is being co-chaired by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye, who is the current African Union chairperson.
While the President continues his engagements in Moscow, Kenyans will be able to follow his scheduled announcement through his official digital platforms from 6pm.
The State House media alert did not provide further details about the content of the message or indicate whether the President would address any particular national issue.
The announcement is expected to draw public attention as Kenyans await the President’s remarks later in the evening.
