Editor's Review

He is expected to use the visit to familiarize himself with world leaders.

President William Ruto will jet out of the country on Sunday in what will emerge  as his first Foreign trip as the country's head of State.

The president will first fly to United Kingdom where he will attend the burial of Queen Elizabeth II.

The queen is set to be laid to rest the following day, Monday September 19.

Queen Elizabeth II. PHOTO | COURTESY

After the burial, the President will then attend the United Nations General Assembly  (UNGA) meeting set to be held in New York.

He is expected to use the visit to familiarize himself with world leaders even as he looks forward to boosting Kenya, foreign countries relations.

The visit comes barely a week after the Ruto was sworn in as President.

The President took oath of office on Tuesday September 13 after the Supreme Court upheld his victory.

Before leaving the country, Ruto is expected to name his cabinet.

His exit will leave his deputy Rigathi Gachagua in Charge of the country's affairs.