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TKhsehPr1e0s.id0e0ndt’as iDlyigoesntline edition Where PTiucetsudraye,sATugaulskt 2T2h, o20u2s3ands Of WorWdshereNoP.i4c5t8ures TaTUlkESTDhAoYu,sAaUnGdUs SOTf 2W2,or2d02s 3 1 The Their Excellences Signature Since 2013 Presidents Ruto and Joko have abolished Visa requirement for Indonesians & Kenyans visiting either countries The Kenyan President Dr William Ruto. He is on a Mission to abolish Visa requirements for friend- Indonesian President Joko ly Nations doing businesses with Kenya so as to facilitate quick and easy movement of human capital, goods, services and other manufactured products. He abolished Visas for Indonesians. P Widodo resident William Ruto believes that to pene- trate global markets for Kenya’s products and human resource where Kenyans can easily find jobs abroad, Visa requirements for citizens of friendly countries doing business- es together will have to be abol- ished. The President made this observation when he hosted visit- ing Indonesian President Joko Widodo at State House Nairobi. PAGE 2

2 The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words FROM PAGE 1 He made the remarks on Monday at State House, Nairo- At the same function, the Presi- bi, during a bilateral meeting dent announced that Kenya has with the President of Indonesia abolished Visa requirements by Joko Widodo on his State Visit Indonesians coming to Kenya, to Kenya. and similarly so, for Kenyans travelling to Indonesia. He said Kenya will be seeking the support of Indone- Both President’s ad- sia to penetrate the Association dressed a joint Press conference. of Southeast Asian Nations, a fastgrowing trade bloc in Asia. “Trade and investment are engines of our country’s transfor- He explained that Kenya mation agenda. It is Kenya’s am- will also work with Indonesia to bition that it strengthens its coop- attract global firms to invest in eration with Indonesia to exploit value addition chains. their trade potential, especially in the edible oil industry whose ex- President Ruto stated port value to Kenya was worth that the move will help Kenya $110 million in 2022. grow its industries and attain a trade balance with Indonesia. Scaling up ties He added that Kenya will Kenya will work on scaling up its cooperate with Indonesia in tex- ties with Indonesia to increase tiles and apparel, energy, min- trade. ing, oil production and refining sectors. President William Ruto said investment scope will also “These sectors will grow be broadened to bring about a our bilateral investment portfolio balance of trade that is in favour and contribute to increased of the Southeast Asian country. trade.” “We will seize our ener- The President argued gies and create the necessary that the Government is particu- environment for increased trade larly eager to facilitate Indone- between our countries,” he stat- sian firms to invest in edible oil ed. processing. Investment and trade be- “Indonesia’s investment tween the two countries was val- will support the Government’s ued at more than $600 million efforts to ensure affordable and last year. accessible edible oil for the ma- jority of the Kenyan people, es- The high-yielding areas of pecially in rural areas,” he said. focus, the President highlighted, President Widodo pledged to include textiles and apparel, en- work with Kenya for their ergy, mining, and oil production shared prosperity. and refining. He said his country was keen to ensure the partnership with Kenya was beneficial to the people. TOP RIGHT: Presidents Joko and Ruto receiving salute from the Guard of Honour> BELOW: The Indonesian delegation

The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 3 Both President Ruto and Joko witnessing Ministers signing MOUs of their respective dockets. CS Davis Chirchir signed Energy MOU CS Health Dr Susan Nakhumicha signed for her docket CS Mining & Blue Economy Salim Mvulia signed for Kenya CS Trade & Investment Moses Kuria signed for his docket.

4 The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words President William Ruto hosting his visitor President of Indonesia Joko Widodo popularly known as Jokowi, the seventh President of Indonesia in his office at State House yesterday. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi at the joint Indonesian/Kenyan MOU signing.

The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 5 President William Ruto introducing the visiting Head of State Joko Widodo to the Chief of Defense Forces General Francis Omondi after receiving him officially. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua looking on. BELOW: Cabinet Secretaries during the joint IndoKen- yan session where bilateral discussions took place and MOUs signed between Kenyan and Indonesian officials.

6 The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words No. 458 TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2023 Prime Cabinet Sec. on Education Their Excellences Signature Digest “Education reforms serve as crucial catalysts in our ever- evolving global socie- ty. “Africa must elevate its current education practices and bolster educational assess- ments to foster the un- tapped potential of every learner and en- sure equitable oppor- tunities for all. “In Kenya, we priori- tize the transformative competency based curriculum (CBC), de- signed to nurture practical, career- oriented students who possess the skills to tackle emerging chal- lenges head-on. “It was an honor to open the 39th annual conference for the As- sociation for Educa- tional Assessment in Africa (AEAA) in Nairo- bi earlier today. Also, in attendance were Ed- ucation PS Dr. Belio Kipsang, AEAA Presi- dent Mr. Patrick Areghan, CEO KNEC Dr. David Njengere, other senior govern- ment officials, and del- egates from around the world.” Design & Build* Are you planning to build your dream home, flat or even a commercial development? Let's help you actualize your dream... P.O Box 17638-00100 Nairobi. Lotus plaza 2nd floor. Call 0727586217/0786 695760. Kingship Building Solutions Ltd

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8 The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words During the official opening of The Maa Cultural Festival at the Sekenani Gate, Maasai Mara, Narok County President William Ruto riding in a Tour Cruiser during the Maa Festival in NArok today. He said, “our traditions are an integral part of our story. Celebrating our rich culture brings Kenyans from diverse backgrounds together. The authenticity of this culture is the foundation of cultural tourism.” BELOW: Governors Ole Lenku of Kajiado and Ole Ntutu of Narok with Moran William Ruto ...

The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 9 President Ruto in full Maa regalia celebrating the Maa Cultural Day in Narok today. With GVNs Ole Lenku, Ole Ntutu and other leaders

10 The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words President William Ruto yesterday held a virtual meeting with the Chairman of the Gates Foundation, Bill Gates where they discussed a number of issues to benefit the Kenyan ICT space especially to the young generation. Said the President, “We laud the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for its role in transforming lives in Kenya. We undertake to work together in tackling the climate change crisis for the prosperity of all.” The President’s Digest Daily is taking advantage of The Power of Global Telephony Technology in Social Media Information Super Highway soci KEVIAN PRODUCTS to reach millions of people worldwide through the different al platforms available. Available in All Markets in the East & Kenyans are reading it in their millions too. Let them know what you sell, what you do, Address: Opposite Engen Petrol Station, Fac- tory Road, Off Garissa Road, what you offer as services etc. Call 0713862404 to buy competitive space Makongeni, Thika, Kenya Phone 020- in this Online Newspaper.

The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words 11 President William Ruto accompanied by Foreign Affairs CS and his Mines and Blue Economy counterpart Salim Mvulia toured the Jo- mo Kenyatta International Airport soon after seeing off the Indonesian President who had visited the country. Many workers and trav- elers were excited to see a rare visit walking leisurely around several Airport areas and mingling with all and sundry. Here, he was at the international arrival section where he also acted as if he was receiving visitors to the country and welcoming Kenyans back home

12 The President’s Digest Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words Where Pictures Talk Thousands Of Words No. 458 TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2023 The His Excellency’s Signature Digest Kenyan men of Power From Left: Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, President William Ruto and General Francis Ogolla when they re- ceived the Indonesian Presi- dent Joko Widodo at State House Nairobi. Don’t go to Court, CONTACT US:- Let’s Mediate & Email: [email protected] Negotiate for you! Call: 0777 306244 WhatsApp: 0727 306244 It’s cheaper, quicker and friendlier! Call us on our hotline: 0713862404 Designed, Published and posted Online by Limpopo Holdings Ltd. P. O Box 492-01000 THIKA, Kenya Cell Phone 0713862404 Email: president’[email protected]