Uhuru Kenyatta

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Uhuru Kenyatta is the fourth President of Kenya, serving from 2013 to 2022. Born on October 26, 1961, in Nairobi, Kenya, he is the son of Jomo Kenyatta, Kenya's first President. Uhuru Kenyatta's early life was marked by his involvement in the Mungiki movement, a youth organization that was later linked to violence and crime. He later turned away from the movement and pursued a career in business and politics. As President, Uhuru Kenyatta focused on economic development, infrastructure, and national unity. He implemented several key initiatives, including the construction of the Standard Gauge Railway, the expansion of the Port of Mombasa, and the establishment of the Lake Turkana Wind Power project. He also worked to strengthen Kenya's relations with international partners, including the United States, China, and the European Union. Uhuru Kenyatta's presidency was marked by both significant achievements and challenges, including the 2013 and 2017 presidential elections, which were marred by controversy and violence. Despite these challenges, he remains a significant figure in Kenyan politics and a symbol of the country's growth and development.