Hilarious Reactions As Obama Speaks To Ruto In Heavy American Accent In US: "Ameelewa Kweli?"

• Kenyans are finding humour in a video capturing a light-hearted exchange between President William Ruto and former US President Barack Obama
• The interaction took place during Ruto's diplomatic visit to the United States, sparking a wave of amusement and jokes online
• Obama's distinct American accent seemed to be a source of amusement, as Ruto responded with a simple "thank you" amid shy giggles

A recent video has gone viral on TikTok, capturing a light-hearted moment between President William Ruto and former US President Barack Obama.

What was Ruto doing with Obama?

The clip, which has amused many Kenyans, shows an interaction that took place during Ruto's diplomatic tour of the United States.

In the video posted by TikTok user @wanjohigithae, Obama was seen warmly welcoming President Ruto.

He then went on to ask him how things were going back in Kenya.

The former US president's distinct American accent seemed to present a humorous challenge for Ruto.

Kenyans believe Ruto did not understand Obama

The head of state could be heard responding with a simple "thank you," accompanied by a shy giggle.

The video has sparked a wave of laughter and jokes among Kenyans on social media.

Many humorously suggested that Ruto might not have fully understood Obama due to his heavy American accent.

Comments and reactions poured in, with users poking fun at the perceived communication gap.

Insights into Ruto's trip to the US

Seeking insights into the president's tour of the US, TUKO.co.ke spoke to Dr Patrick Maluki, who is the chairman at the Department of Diplomacy and International Studies at the University of Nairobi, who shed light on why the trip is important to Kenya.

According to Maluki, Ruto’s visit does not simply represent America’s renewed commitment to the African continent, a promise President Biden made almost two years ago at the US-Africa Leaders Summit.

"Tightening US-Kenya relations is also about building and safeguarding a more resilient global economy led by the United States," he pointed out.

"Investing in emerging economies like Kenya is an insurance policy against geopolitical shocks, namely from China and Russia," added the chairman.

He further pointed out that emerging economies, including India, Brazil, Indonesia, and Kenya, are poised to contribute to the global value chain in strategic sectors.

These include but are not limited to batteries for electric vehicles, chips for critical technologies, and mineral and metal mining and processing.

"With their human capital, natural resources, and manufacturing potential, deepening US-commercial ties with emerging economies have the potential to help American companies, and the global economy," said Maluki.

Netizens react to Ruto and Obama interaction

Educated Fool

"Ruto be like, thank you, thank you kwa everything ameulizwa na Obama yawa Awuoro kisungu ya hustler."

Mohamedmudey123l

"Kenyans are very funny keep going hon ruto."

@Babere34

"Ruto akirudi apelekwe group of schools."

Grandson️

"Am scared if my president is understanding this English."

Wuod Auma

"Didn't mean to mess up your shine there...Obama amekanyaga viatu ya Ruto. Najua hamja notice hiyo."

WakiliOG

"everything is going on well for Ruto and his political cronies, not all Kenyans. Hata yeye anajua akastama."

@shemogucha

"all I heard was.. going on well soo far’and the ... ‘previous tenure..’

Ruto's daughters step out in stylish outfits

Meanwhile, Ruto's daughters have left netizens in awe with their fashion sense.

US First Lady Jill Biden officially received Ruto and his wife Rachel as they arrived at Andrews Air Force Base, Washington, DC.

The first family was received with full ceremonial state honours, highlighting the diplomatic ties between the two nations.

Rachel wore a stylish kitenge with the Kenyan flag colours, and her daughters did not disappoint.

Kenyans on social media have commended Ruto's daughters for their stylish looks, noting that they have a great sense of fashion.

What you need to know about Ruto's trip to the US

• After touring Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Ruto apologised to one of his daughters.
• Photos of the first family at the Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Georgia, went viral on social media, and Kenyans quickly noticed Charlene was missing in the family portraits.
• According to Trade Cabinet Secretary (CS) Rebecca Miano, Kenya will pitch over 30 business ideas to prospective investors to close deals worth over $20.5 billion (KSh 2.69 trillion).
• The president also unleashed his romantic side after he was spotted severally holding his wife's hand while in the US.

Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura Guthua, journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke