Kenyan President Ruto Extend Congratulations to Prime Minister Abiy on His Re-election

Addis Ababa, October 6, 2026 (ENA)—President William Ruto of Kenya has congratulated Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on his re-election to lead Ethiopia, describing the renewed mandate as a vote of confidence in his leadership and vision for the country.

“Congratulations my brother, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, on your re-election to lead Ethiopia for a second term,” President Ruto said.

He said the new mandate given to Prime Minister Abiy by the Ethiopian House of Peoples’ Representatives represents a vote of confidence in his leadership and vision for Ethiopia.

“I wish you continued success as you lead Ethiopia to achieve its transformation agenda,” Ruto wrote on X.

The Kenyan President further expressed his country’s readiness to continue working closely with Ethiopia to advance shared interests for the mutual benefit of the two countries’ peoples, the region and the wider global community.