Why Mudavadi skipped Cabinet meeting in Mombasa

This was Ruto's first Cabinet meeting at the State House in Mombasa

In Summary

•On Thursday, Mudavadi also accompanied the King when he visited the Nyali beach.

•President William Ruto said the visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla would boost trade relations between the two countries. 

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi in Nyali, Mombasa on November 2, 2023
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi in Nyali, Mombasa on November 2, 2023

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi was a no-show during the first Cabinet meeting by President William Ruto at the State House in Mombasa.

However, it is evident that while CSs were meeting at the State House in Mombasa, Mudavadi was at Fort Jesus which was the final destination of the British Monarchy as they finished their tour of Kenya.

The Prime CS accompanied King Charles III in meeting faith leaders from diverse communities to hear how they are working together to promote harmony amongst the city’s population.

On Thursday, Mudavadi also accompanied the King when he visited the Nyali beach.

"The King freely interacted with ordinary Kenyans and met community organisations that promote marine conservation," he said then.

King Charles and Queen Camilla visited the Kuruwitu Conservation Area, where they were taken through a raft of marine conservation activities by the Coastal communities including coral restoration.

The King met the Kuruwitu Community Welfare Association (KCWA), which works to protect the area from overfishing, climate change, and uncontrolled fish and coral collection while supporting the livelihoods of local communities.

President William Ruto said the visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla would boost trade relations between the two countries. 

Ruto said Kenya and Britain share rich, steady and historical ties, which must be explored for shared interests.

The Head of State noted that Kenya and the UK are keen on working together to broaden their cooperation in strategic areas.

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