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Barack Obama announces big support for Kenya, wades into controversial gay rights

President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Cabinet Saturday hosted US President Barack Obama for two-hour bilateral talks at which they sealed deals on business, affordable energy, counter-terrorism, anti-corruption, infrastructure, visas, wildlife conservation, health and agriculture, but they failed to agree about two issues: Gay rights and travel advisories.

The two Heads of State shared identical lecterns with the writing 'Republic of Kenya' as they told the world about their secret talks, their dreams, and those of their respective countries for what they believe will lead to "shared prosperity".

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