Gachagua Jokingly Entices World Leaders To Visit Kenya's Parks: "Don't Go Back With That Money"

• Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua officially opened the 41st International Association of Science Parks
• Gachagua stated that the Kenya Kwanza government is committed to creating more job opportunities for youth, both locally and internationally
• The deputy president urged global visitors to explore Kenya's natural resources before departing to their various destinations

Nancy Odindo, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings more than three years of experience covering politics, news, and feature stories across digital and print media in Kenya.

Nairobi - Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, representing President William Ruto, officially opened the 41st International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation World Conference 2024.

The IASP serves as a platform for dynamic and insightful discussions on leveraging digital technology and innovation to drive sustainable economic development.

Gachagua highlighted that Kenya Kwanza views technology as a crucial enabler of effective citizen-centred service delivery, with a commitment to creating more job opportunities for youth, both locally and internationally.

What did Gachagua tell IASP attendees?

During his remarks, Gachagua invited attendees to explore Kenya's stunning natural resources to support the nation's tourism sector. He highlighted various parks and coastal beaches that visitors should experience.

"Please don't leave this country before taking a trip to the Maasai Mara, the eighth wonder of the world to enjoy the abundance of our wildlife. How can you possibly go back to your country before seeing those animals?

"Our cultural heritage is the best in the world. You must get a chance to interact with Maasai morans and enjoy their beautiful dances. They kill lions with their bare hands. Take a chance to fly to Mombasa we have beautiful coastal beaches with white sands. There is a lot of sunbathing there. Do not just go back to Europe, America, and Asia," he stated.

He also encouraged them to spend their foreign currencies in Kenya to boost foreign exchange.

You carried some money in foreign currency either in a visa card or in cash. Please do not go back with that money. Make sure to spend them to the last coin. We do need that foreign exchange," he added.

Kenyan man mimics Gachagua's morning walks

In other news, a man won the hearts of many with his spot-on mimicry of Gachagua’s morning walks.

Comedian Guka wa Nyumba Kumi was accompanied by two men and a woman, who were used to represent the deputy president's bodyguards and his spouse, respectively.

The photos were taken at dawn, a trend that has become synonymous with the second-in-command’s early morning routines.

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