William Ruto Faces Heated Exchange with Kenyan Youths in X Spaces Debate Kenyan Vice President William Ruto faced a barrage of criticism and questions from a group of young Kenyans during a recent X Spaces debate. The debate, which was livestreamed on social media, provided a platform for the youths to express their concerns and hold Ruto accountable for his actions. The youths, who represented various youth organizations and interest groups, grilled Ruto on a wide range of issues, including the high cost of living, unemployment, and corruption. “We are struggling to make ends meet,” said one youth. “The cost of basic necessities is skyrocketing, and we can barely afford to feed our families.” Another youth accused Ruto of being out of touch with the needs of young Kenyans. “You have promised to create jobs, but so far, we haven’t seen any results,” he said. Ruto defended his record, saying that he has prioritized the youth in his policies. He cited initiatives such as the Hustler Fund, a microfinance program designed to support small businesses, and the Ajira Digital program, which aims to equip young people with digital skills. However, the youths remained unconvinced and continued to press Ruto on his commitments. “The Hustler Fund is a drop in the bucket,” said one youth. “It’s not enough to address the unemployment crisis that we face.” Another youth pointed out that the Ajira Digital program has not created as many jobs as promised. “We need more than just training,” he said. “We need access to opportunities and resources.” Ruto acknowledged the challenges but promised to continue investing in youth-focused programs. He also called on the youths to work with him to find solutions to the problems they face. “I cannot do this alone,” said Ruto. “I need your support and your ideas. Let us work together to build a better future for all Kenyans.” The debate ended with a mix of frustration and optimism. The youths expressed their disappointment in some of Ruto’s responses but also acknowledged his willingness to engage with them. “We may not agree with everything he said,” said one youth, “but at least he showed up and listened to our concerns.”Kenyan Deputy President William Ruto faced a barrage of angry questions from young Kenyans during a live debate on Friday. The event, held at the X Spaces in Nairobi, was part of a series of debates organized by a local TV station. Ruto was the first presidential candidate to face the youth in the debate. He was grilled on a wide range of issues, including corruption, unemployment, and education. The youths were particularly critical of Ruto’s record on corruption, accusing him of being involved in several scandals. Ruto denied the allegations, saying that he was a victim of political witch-hunt. He said that he was committed to fighting corruption and that he had already taken several steps to do so. However, the youths were not convinced. They said that Ruto had not done enough to tackle corruption and that he was part of the problem. They also accused him of being out of touch with the needs of young Kenyans. Ruto said that he understood the concerns of the youths and that he was committed to addressing them. He said that he would create jobs, improve education, and fight corruption. The debate was heated at times, with the youths interrupting Ruto several times. However, Ruto remained calm and composed throughout the event. The other presidential candidates are scheduled to face the youth in the coming weeks.