President William Ruto Stories

Public wage bill soars: How President Ruto’s new PSs add to taxpayer costs
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

According to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, a PS earns a monthly salary of Sh792,519, translating to an annual cost of over Sh9.5 million p...

Uhuru urges leaders to listen to Kenyans' cries as Ruto prepares for crucial Mt Kenya visit
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 23, 2025

Uhuru, who has kept a low profile since January, was accompanied by former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya, ex-DCI boss George Kinoti, and f...

Ruto: They will get mad but I will keep building churches, just like the affordable houses
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 23, 2025

Despite huge criticism, Ruto remains resolute in his stance, arguing that building churches aligns with his vision for the country.

CS Justin Muturi says he won’t join Ruto in Mt Kenya tour, cites personal policy
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 23, 2025

The CS has been vocal about his concerns regarding the government’s handling of abductions and extrajudicial killings.

Ruto replaces envoy to Kinshasa after year-long standoff, names Peter Tum as new ambassador
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 20, 2025

Relations between Kenya and DRC have been on a downward spiral, marked by mutual distrust and frosty diplomatic exchanges.

Former Nyeri DG Karugu, ex-NMS health boss Oluga among 14 Ruto nominees to PSs
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 20, 2025

The nominees will undergo vetting by the respective National Assembly committees before their formal appointment.

Fired Health CS Nakhumicha nominated as Kenya’s UN envoy in mini-reshuffle after turbulent tenure
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 20, 2025

From failed prescriptions to diplomatic postings, Nakhumicha’s transition marks a new chapter after her abrupt removal from office.

PS reshuffle: Julius Bitok moved to education as Kipsang exits to Immigration
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 20, 2025

Among those reshuffled is Immigration PS Julius Bitok, who has been reassigned to the State Department for Basic Education, replacing Belio Kipsang.

Ruto reassigns key principal secretaries to diplomatic posts in surprise shake-up
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 20, 2025

The changes are contained in President William Ruto’s Executive Order No. 1 of 2025.

Pact of deceit? Government critic alleges abduction and assault despite Raila’s assurances
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 20, 2025

Several political observers have however registered pessimism in Odinga’s pact with Ruto as an avenue to ending political injustices and ensuring econ...

New milestone for Riara University as it is granted charter by President Ruto
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 19, 2025

The university's accreditation follows approval from the CUE, which had raised concerns about the legitimacy of institutions offering unrecognised deg...

Queen Maxima dazzles Kenyans with her elegant sense of style during state visit
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 18, 2025

According to local media, her wardrobe transitioned from casual to more formal looks upon her marriage to her husband—then a Prince and heir apparent...

Helb disburses Sh1.56 billion in tuition, upkeep loans after Ruto’s order
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 18, 2025

Ogamba confirmed that HELB had disbursed the funds on Friday, March 15. He noted that a total of 31,263 TVET trainees and 33,863 university students w...

Omtatah terms deal between Ruto and Raila ‘civilian coup’ against Kenya's Constitution
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 17, 2025

Omtatah urged the public and Parliament to push for the full implementation of Kenya's Constitution, ensuring that governance stays within the bounds...

Five days of chaos: How Ruto’s Nairobi tour was marred by crime, disruptions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 16, 2025

The violence peaked with the tragic death of a British national, Charles Frederick, who was allegedly knocked down by Ruto’s motorcade along Ngong Roa...

President Ruto halts evictions until families get alternative housing
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 14, 2025

He emphasised the need for fair and lawful approaches to land disputes, saying forced removals should not continue without a proper relocation plan.

Ruto: Judge me by my work in 2027, not today’s promises
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 14, 2025

He stressed the importance of hard work and his commitment to fulfilling his constitutional duties.

President Ruto directs HELB disbursement by Friday, warns officials over delays
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 12, 2025

The President also issued a stern warning to those responsible for the disbursement, stating that he would personally hold them accountable if the mon...

Rironi-Mau Summit road upgrade to begin in June, completion set for 2027
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 11, 2025

The road development will significantly improve transport and travel between Nairobi, Nakuru, and Western Kenya, a route that frequently experiences h...

Raila: I did not go to Ruto, he came to me in bid to stabilise Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 11, 2025

"Some people are making noise, claiming that I have abandoned them and joined Ruto. But since I was born, I have fought for Kenyans’ rights, and my st...

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