President William Ruto Stories

World Hypertension Day: How high blood pressure is killing a lot of Kenyans as it goes undetected
Charity Kilei  |  May 17, 2025

Unlike many diseases that present clear symptoms, high blood pressure often goes unnoticed for years. Many people have no idea they suffer from it unt...

Rwanda denies destabilising eastern Congo, accuses DRC government of fuelling unrest
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

Rwandan government spokesperson Yolande Makolo responded by blaming the Congolese government for destabilising the area through support of armed group...

Libya protests turn violent as pressure grows on PM Abdulhamid Dbeibah to resign
Reuters  |  May 17, 2025

The United Nations Support Mission in Libya expressed its concern over the escalation of violence in Tripoli, calling on parties to take the appropria...

Gachagua reveals why Ruto’s photos still hang in his home: ‘A constant reminder of betrayal’
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

According to Gachagua, the decision to keep President Ruto's photos was deliberate, meant to constantly remind him not to trust people blindly.

From politics to playlists: Rigathi Gachagua reveals his secret past as a university DJ
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

Gachagua said he had been a DJ both for fun and to earn money, adding that he bought a disco system for about Sh25,000, which was considered a signifi...

From power to peace: Gachagua finds joy in rural life after impeachment as DP
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

If his impeachment was intended to end his political journey, Gachagua sees it instead as the start of a new, more purposeful chapter—one that begins...

Sexual violence surges 700pc in eastern DRC as armed conflict intensifies – ActionAid
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

ActionAid says the dismantling of these camps by armed groups has increased the risks faced by women and girls, who are often sent back to dangerous a...

Kenya sees sluggish growth in high-net-worth individuals amid economic headwinds – Knight Frank
Alfred Onyango  |  May 17, 2025

Knight Frank attributes the slow growth to challenges stemming from a decelerating economy and mounting fiscal pressures during the review period.

CAF to unveil new trophy and identity ahead of Pyramids vs Sundowns final
Erick Kariuki  |  May 16, 2025

CAF is set to unveil a new trophy and visual identity for the CAF Champions League just days before the final between Pyramids FC and Mamelodi Sundown...

Duale calls for strict organ donations laws as KUTRRH conducts first kidney transplant
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 16, 2025

He stated that the Ministry of Health is currently reviewing existing policies and laws to ensure that organ donation and transplants in Kenya are con...

MP Peter Salasya claims armed men ambushed his convoy, shot at car after Isiolo rally
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 16, 2025

The MP, who recently declared his intention to run for president in 2027, questioned the motive behind the ambush, saying he has steered clear of atta...

Google prepares Chrome for Android to auto-fill SMS verification codes
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 16, 2025

This time-saving update was spotted by reliable tipster Leopeva64, is expected to significantly streamline the login experience across mobile web plat...

Ousted Gabon president Ali Bongo flies to Angola with family after release from detention
Reuters  |  May 16, 2025

African Union officials called last month for the release of Bongo's wife, Sylvia Bongo, 62, and son Noureddin, 33, who were taken into custody shortl...

Court told boda boda rider in MP Ong’ondo Were's murder case was given Sh50,000
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 16, 2025

In the miscellaneous application seeking to detain Barasa, detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations said the suspect had told them h...

Farmers, activists demand full disclosure on pesticides ban amid health and legal fears
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 16, 2025

The demand is being led by the Route to Food Initiative and supported by other groups such as the Biodiversity and Biosafety Association of Kenya, Ken...

Farmaajo blames Somali president for political crisis, cites constitutional breaches, partisan rule
Amina Wako  |  May 16, 2025

Farmaajo’s remarks were amplified by a joint statement from 16 prominent Somali politicians, including former leaders Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, Hassan Ali...

RSF drone attacks cut power across Khartoum state two years into Sudan war
Reuters  |  May 16, 2025

The Sudanese Electrical Company said in a statement that drones struck Khartoum state on Wednesday night.

Gachagua withdraws pre-impeachment petitions, focuses on challenging ouster in court
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 16, 2025

Gachagua intends to continue with petitions urging the High Court to find his impeachment was not constitutional and therefore invalidate it.

State blames Gachagua’s "unpaid" supporters for chaos at DCP party launch, says police weren't notified
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 15, 2025

CS Murkomen claimed that the violence was sparked by a dispute among some of Gachagua’s supporters over unpaid dues.

South Sudan denies rumours of President Kiir's death, calls for calm
Mwangi Maina  |  May 15, 2025

The president, it added, "continues to carry out his presidential duties with vigour, commitment, sound health and complete fitness."

DP Kindiki slams political intolerance after goons storm Gachagua event
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 15, 2025

Kindiki warned that insults, political violence, and divisive language threaten the country’s democratic foundation and must not be tolerated.

Kenya’s rich barely engage in luxury spending - report
Alfred Onyango  |  May 15, 2025

Rather than splurging on high-end goods and extravagant experiences, the country's rich are prioritising financial growth.

Tanzania’s Vice President Philip Mpango to retire from public service
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 15, 2025

Looking back on his journey, Dr Mpango expressed a sense of satisfaction, adding that he believes it is the right moment to make way for young and cap...

Ramaphosa slams White South African asylum seekers as ‘cowards’
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 15, 2025

According to Ramaphosa, the asylum seekers were uncomfortable with ongoing efforts to address apartheid-era injustices in South Africa, calling their...

Gachagua unveils Democracy for Citizens Party, names Cleophas Malala as interim deputy leader
Barack Oduor  |  May 15, 2025

Gachagua has anchored his political messaging on “listening to the people,” claiming that many Kenyans no longer resonate with the United Democratic A...

Murkomen: Government has no official data on missing persons
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 15, 2025

Murkomen also defended President William Ruto over his recent comments on abductions, saying his remarks were misunderstood.

Nearly half of women-led aid groups at risk of closure amid global funding cuts — UN
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 15, 2025

According to the findings, 90 per cent of the 411 women-led and women’s rights organisations surveyed across 44 countries reported experiencing fundin...

Linturi quits UDA, says he won’t be part of a party that embraces corruption, murder
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 15, 2025

Linturi accused the ruling party of straying from its founding ideals and engaging in abductions, corruption, excessive taxation and murder.

Proposed law in Uganda aims to block funding for parties not engaging in political dialogue
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 14, 2025

The goal is to discourage parties from avoiding platforms like the NCF and IPOD, which promote political dialogue, tolerance and peaceful coexistence...

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