During the Women Fund launch at KICC, President William Ruto of Kenya expressed his strong opposition to the legalization of LGBTQ rights in the country. He stated that Kenya has principles that must be upheld and protected, and that LGBTQ rights are not in line with these principles.
Ruto was joined by his deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, who also spoke out against the move towards legalization. Gachagua expressed disbelief and concern, stating that the President is a Christian and will do what is necessary to protect their beliefs.
The LGBT community in Kenya has been advocating for legalization, but both Ruto and Gachagua made it clear that they will not allow it to happen. They respected the court’s decisions, but they will not permit the legalization of same-sex marriage.
Gachagua questioned what it means for a woman to marry another woman and stated that it goes against their beliefs. They do not have this in Kenya, and they will not support it.
Overall, Ruto and Gachagua made it clear that LGBTQ rights will not happen under their watch in Kenya. They will uphold their principles and beliefs, regardless of the push towards legalization from the LGBT community.
