President William Ruto Stories

President Ruto vows to crack down on SHA fraud as 1,000 health facilities shut
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 27, 2025

Speaking at State House on Wednesday, Ruto revealed that nearly 1,000 health facilities have been closed for fraudulent activity and pledged that all...

President Ruto bestows Prince Rahim Aga Khan V 'Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart'
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 26, 2025

Prince Rahim received the CGH award on Tuesday during a ceremony at State House, Nairobi. The honour is usually reserved for sitting heads of state or...

Ruto appoints Faith Odhiambo to co-chair panel of experts on compensation of protest victims
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 26, 2025

The 15-member panel will be chaired by his constitutional advisor, Prof Makau Mutua, with Law Society of Kenya President Faith Odhiambo serving as vic...

Ruto appoints Komora, Siparo to National Police Service Commission
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 23, 2025

The NPSC plays a critical role in recruiting, appointing, promoting, and exercising disciplinary control over officers within the National Police Serv...

Challenging the status quo: Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba tells it all
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 23, 2025

Gathoni Wamuchomba has positioned herself as a vocal critic of President Ruto’s administration, focusing on what she describes as unchecked excesses....

Ruto, Raila and leaders unite in praise for Harambee Stars despite 'heartbreaking' loss
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 22, 2025

President William Ruto hailed the Harambee Stars for lifting the nation’s spirit and inspiring hope, urging that lessons from the tournament guide pre...

Court suspends Ruto’s anti-corruption taskforce pending hearing of case
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Aug 20, 2025

They contend that President Ruto’s decision duplicates existing institutions and is therefore invalid. The petitioners claim that the presidential pro...

President Ruto courts Japan, seeks balance in uneven trade
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 20, 2025

In a 20-minute Tuesday meeting in Yokohama, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba welcomed President William Ruto's return to Japan and praised Kenya as a "li...

House Committee rejects Ruto-backed presidential transition Bill
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 20, 2025

Introduced in February and sponsored by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, the Bill sought to enforce stricter financial and administrative restrictio...

Ruto, US Secretary Rubio discuss Haiti security mission, trade as Kenya pushes UN support
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 19, 2025

In June, Kenya asked the UN Security Council to fast-track the establishment of a UN Support Office in Haiti to provide logistical and operational bac...

Ruto announces 70 per cent artist royalties, unveils digital platform for music festival content
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 16, 2025

In a bid to make school performances more accessible, the President announced a digital platform on eCitizen for school drama and music festival conte...

Ruto names NLC selection panel as current commissioners’ term nears end
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 16, 2025

The President named Jasper Micheni Mbiuki, Dr Peris Mang’ira, Dr Electine Nasambu, Ann Mwangangi, Bibiana Rabuku Omalla, Professor Nichola Letting, an...

Gitobu Imanyara: Why President Ruto does not believe in devolution
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 15, 2025

"What Ruto said at the devolution conference is far from reality and most of these governors representing the old order would probably be voted out,"...

Court clears Ruto’s inclusion of external advisors in Cabinet meetings
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 14, 2025

Justice Lawrence Mugambi said Article 152 of the Constitution clearly defines the composition of the Cabinet but does not expressly bar the President...

EAC and SADC back Africa-led framework to end Eastern DRC conflict
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 14, 2025

Ruto said the two leaders had resolved to consolidate previously separate initiatives into a unified structure for better results in the conflict-torn...

Ruto’s pick for police commission dodge payroll questions, promise reforms
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 14, 2025

During the approval hearing before the National Assembly Committee on National Administration on Wednesday, Amani Komora, one of the nominees, decline...

Showdown looms as former DP Rigathi Gachagua cuts short US tour
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 14, 2025

In a statement on Thursday, August 14, Gachagua said his early return was to focus on preparations for the upcoming by-elections, apologising to suppo...

Ruto assents to new Bills strengthening county revenue and public finance management
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 13, 2025

Ruto assented to the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2025, and the County Public Finance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2023, on Wednesday at the Homa Bay...

Duncan Ojwang declines Ruto's nomination for KNCHR chair position, vetting suspended
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 13, 2025

In a letter addressed to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Ojwang cited personal reasons and a possible conflict of interest as grounds for...

Murkomen tells Gachagua to record statement over Al-Shabaab claims upon return to Kenya
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 09, 2025

Gachagua recently alleged that President William Ruto met with three Al-Shabaab militia leaders at night in Mandera to discuss “business,” raising ser...

Defiant Sifuna attacks Ruto again, accuses him of undermining devolution
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 09, 2025

During the politically charged rally, the ODM Secretary-General also castigated Ruto, accusing him of undermining devolution.

Ruto revives ‘Hustler’ wave with youth empowerment drive ahead of 2027 polls
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 09, 2025

The president also announced plans to employ more than 40,000 youths through the Climate WorX programme, aimed at securing their livelihoods and futur...

President Ruto blasts opponents over 'wantam' demand
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 09, 2025

Ruto, who hosted thousands of youths at State House in an economic empowerment programme, appeared bullish, listing his achievements and announcing hi...

Legal experts divided over Ruto’s move to compensate protest victims since 2017
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 09, 2025

Lawyer and politician Paul Muite supported Ruto’s move, noting that it is a right step towards the thorny matter of compensation for police brutality...

Ruto extends Shallow Abdullahi Yahya’s term as NDMA board chair
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 09, 2025

The authority conducts research, public education, and awareness campaigns to inform communities about drought risk management and encourage behaviour...

Ruto calls for action after Kisumu-Kakamega highway crash kills 25
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 09, 2025

Ruto emphasised the urgent need to tackle all traffic violations and improve road safety across the country. Survivors are currently receiving care at...

Ruto revokes Mary Wambui's appointment as CA board chair, names Karondo as replacement
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 08, 2025

Karondo has been appointed as the non-executive Chairperson of the Communications Authority Board of Directors for a three-year term, effective August...

Raila: I do not regret my pact with Ruto
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 08, 2025

The ODM leader warned that the country had been on the brink of unprecedented chaos, similar to other nations that have experienced political collapse

Kenya calls for governance overhaul as EAC gridlock deepens
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 08, 2025

Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi has publicly criticised Ruto's handling of the Nairobi Peace Process, originally initiated by former President Uh...

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