Museveni, Ugandans Delighted by William Ruto’s Dress Code and His Mastery of Local Language
President William Ruto received a warm and colourful welcome in Tororo, Uganda, during the groundbreaking ceremony of the Devki mega steel project.
His visit sparked excitement, admiration, and even humour among Ugandans and Kenyans after many noticed his unique dress code and his effort to greet the crowd in their local dialect.
During the event on Sunday, November 23, President Yoweri Museveni openly praised Ruto’s dressing style and cheerful presence. Ruto arrived wearing a cream-yellow suit, paired with a stylish fedora hat and black shoes.
Museveni joked that whether by luck or by intention, Ruto had chosen to wear “something yellow,” a colour Museveni said symbolised happiness, joy, and optimism across East Africa.
His comments were met with loud cheers from the crowd as he emphasised the unity between the people of Kenya, Uganda, and the wider East African region.
Interestingly, while in Uganda the outfit was celebrated, back in Kenya the yellow colour is strongly associated with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), Ruto’s ruling party. This added another layer of discussion and humour among Kenyans watching from home.
When Ruto stepped forward to speak, he instantly won the hearts of many Ugandans by greeting them in Ateso, their local language. “Yoga osi kere. Ingalete osi,” he said confidently, meaning “Hello to you all.”
The crowd erupted with excitement, clearly impressed by his attempt to connect with them in their mother tongue.
How Kenyans Reacted Online
Kenyans shared mixed but mostly humorous reactions to the warm reception Ruto got in Uganda. Some admired the unity while others joked about the symbolism behind the yellow outfit:
- Harizon Omondi teased Museveni’s comment, joking about Ruto’s “something yellow” outfit.
- Doreen Favour pointed out the irony in Museveni praising a colour that represents Kenya’s ruling party.
- Selassie Okinda said the only thing he enjoyed about the event was the African music playing in the background.
- MN Kepha suggested humorously that “yellow might be the problem.”
- Di Godstar Mtukufu felt Museveni’s jokes showed that humour increases with age.
- Sam M-barikiwa criticised Ruto for launching big projects abroad while claiming he only builds churches in Kenya.
- Shnash Jojo defended Ruto, saying even though he may be troublesome, he is still “our own” and appreciated Uganda for treating him well.
- Daniel Kagika joked that Ruto probably spent the whole night rehearsing the Ateso greeting to impress the audience.
Ruto Responds to Claims of Tension Between Kenya and Uganda
While addressing the gathering, Ruto also took time to dismiss online claims that suggested Uganda was desperate to gain access to the sea “at any cost.”
He clarified that Kenya and Uganda share strong, brotherly relations that are founded on cooperation, not competition.
Ruto assured Ugandans that their access to the Indian Ocean is fully guaranteed through Kenya, and there is no conflict between the two nations.
He also highlighted ongoing regional infrastructure projects—such as the expansion of the oil pipeline, new road networks, and the improvement of railway lines—explaining that these developments are meant to strengthen regional integration and support long-term economic growth.
Overall, Ruto’s visit left a memorable impression on Ugandans, sparked lively discussions among Kenyans, and reaffirmed the strong bond between the two neighbouring countries.
Join Government Official WhatsApp Channel To Stay Updated On time
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWT5gSGufImU8R0DO30
