Kenya’s William Ruto to build huge church at State House

Kenyan President William Ruto plans to build a church at the presidential residence, claiming he will fund it personally and facing criticism for intertwining state and religion. The estimated $9 million project, which raises concerns about its alignment with Kenya’s secular constitution, has sparked backlash from various groups, including the Atheists Society of Kenya, amid ongoing economic struggles for many citizens.

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Kenyan President William Ruto is building a church at his home, which has upset many people in Kenya who think it’s not right for the government to be involved with religion.

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