His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands on Tuesday, March 18, stressed to President William Ruto the need to respect the rights of Kenyans and maintain good governance during his State visit to Kenya.
Speaking at State House, the King sent the message to Ruto at a time when there is enhanced scrutiny on Ruto over the recent spate of abductions and enforced disappearances as well as the general lack of adherence to human rights.
Further, police brutality and extra-judicial killings have led to local and international human rights organisations calling for urgent reforms and pointing an accusing finger at the President over the incidents. "The people of Kenya want their rights as free citizens to be respected and their voices to be heard," King Willem stated.
A photo of President William Ruto (right) and Dutch King Willem-Alexander (left) addressing the media at State House, during the King's official visit to the country on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
