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Rigathi Gachagua blunders at Kasarani embarrassed Kenya and the president

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua speaks after being sworn at Kasarani on September 13, 2022. [Kelly Ayodi, Standard]

September 13, 2022 was more than a big day for William Samoei Ruto at Kasarani. It was a big day for a movement; the wheelbarrow movement that espoused class freedom from what appeared like class oppression, a fulfilment of a dream that initially appeared impossible.

It was the crowning of hope, feeling good, and creating the belief that one's background was no obstacle to success. The parades, the entertainments, and...