Ruto’s US visit coincides with Gachagua’s diaspora tour as 2027 politics shifts overseas
President William Ruto’s visit to the United States (US) for the 81st United Nations General Assembly has coincided with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s extended diaspora tour, placing the two former political allies in the same country at a significant moment ahead of the 2027 General Election. Ruto departed Kenya for New York on Saturday, […]
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua pledged to create a more favorable business environment for Kenyans living abroad during a community engagement in Kansas City on September 20, 2026. He promised tax incentives, a corruption crackdown, and reforms to attract diaspora investment. Gachagua stated that many Kenyans abroad were willing to invest but had been discouraged by corruption, bureaucracy, and business difficulties.
He proposed tax holidays and incentives to encourage diaspora investment, linking increased investment to job creation in manufacturing and agro-processing. Gachagua also pledged to address corruption and bureaucratic barriers hindering investments. He called for Kenyans abroad to play a central role in policy development, citing their expertise in foreign countries' systems.
The diaspora would be consulted on economic development topics as Gachagua's political camp prepares its manifesto.
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