Dutch King Pressures Ruto on Human Rights as Kenya, Netherlands Sign Landmark Deals
By EoK Editorial Nairobi, Kenya – March 18, 2025 Phone Credits: State House Kenya Dutch King Willem-Alexander has urged President William Ruto’s administration to respect human rights and uphold accountability, even as the two nations signed critical agreements aimed at boosting trade, agriculture, and tourism. The monarch, on a three-day State visit, stressed that Kenyans "want their rights as free citizens to be respected," underscoring rising global attention on Kenya’s governance record. During a discussion at the Netherlands Embassy, King Willem-Alexander engaged young Kenyans on issues of human rights, good governance, and accountability. His comments come at a time when Kenyan authorities face scrutiny over alleged police brutality and disappearances linked to anti-government protests. Official data shows that 29 people remain missing since demonstrations began in June last year, raising fresh concerns about the country’s human rights climate. Despite these concerns,...