President William Ruto Stories

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...

Ruto announces 120-day compensation framework for protest victims
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 08, 2025

The framework aims to bring accountability and offer redress to both civilians and security officers affected during these demonstrations.

US-Kenya ties: Nairobi walks diplomatic tightrope amid deepening ties with China, Iran
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 07, 2025

But Kenya's apparent pivot to China has caused considerable unease in Washington. President Ruto's April 2025 state visit to Beijing came at the heigh...

Ruto defends China trade relations amid US Senate scrutiny of Kenya’s global ties
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 06, 2025

Ruto acknowledged that the evolving relationship with China had caused discomfort among some of Kenya’s traditional Western allies, but maintained tha...

President William Ruto defends Hustler Fund, says KHRC report politically motivated
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

President William Ruto criticised those questioning the fund’s impact, accusing them of misrepresenting facts and failing to understand the economic c...

Ruto’s top diplomat in Geneva under fire over Sh2.5 million housing lease
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 06, 2025

A confidential memo dated July 11, 2024, from Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei to all 68 Kenyan missions abroad underscores the sens...

For Harambee Stars Sh600 million CHAN pledge, Ruto to pay Sh530 million out of pocket - PS Mwangi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

Mwangi said on Tuesday that the Sh70 million annual budget under the Sports Ministry’s reward scheme will cover a portion of the bonus, with Ruto pers...

Ruto nominates Duncan Ojwang’ to chair Kenya Human Rights Commission
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 06, 2025

Throughout his career, Dr Ojwang’ has served in various capacities. He was part of Kenya’s state delegation and acted as a researcher in the Internati...

Kenya's Non-NATO status at risk as US Congress probes Ruto administration over extrajudicial killings, Sudan's RSF links
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 05, 2025

A series of recent developments in Nairobi have triggered concern in Washington, with US legislators now calling for a formal reassessment of the part...

US moves to reassess Kenya's designation as major non-NATO ally
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 05, 2025

Kenya became the first sub-Saharan African nation to secure MNNA status during Ruto's state visit to Washington in May 2024, the first such visit by a...

No direct evidence linking student to fake Ruto death post, data analyst says
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 05, 2025

The post, dated November 13, 2024, stated: “Ruto’s body leaves Lee Funeral Home.” David Mokaya Ooga, a fourth-year student, is accused of authoring an...

Ruto orders action against public hospitals charging outpatient fees
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 05, 2025

He encouraged citizens to report hospitals and clinics that continue to demand payments for outpatient care, saying they are undermining the governmen...

ODM rift deepens as Edwin Sifuna, Caleb Amisi threaten mass walkout if party backs Ruto in 2027
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 03, 2025

Senator Sifuna said he is willing to read whatever statement ODM comes up with—even if it is insulting him—but insisted he would not read any statemen...

It's not automatic that we will support Ruto in 2027 - Millie Odhiambo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 02, 2025

Millie Odhiambo reminded observers that all political directions remain open and negotiable, emphasising that future political alliances will depend o...

Kuja na mbogi!: Ruto urges fans to rally behind Harambee Stars as CHAN hits feverpitch
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 02, 2025

Speaking from inside the pitch at Kasarani Stadium, Ruto shared a selfie video urging fans to be part of what he described as the continent’s biggest...

Ruto’s visit has brought calm, focus and motivation to Harambee Stars - coach McCarthy
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 02, 2025

Coach McCarthy described the president’s presence as a calming force and a source of great pride for the players following the head of state’s pledge...

EAC, SADC agree on unified framework to speed up peace process in eastern DRC
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 01, 2025

The leaders resolved to merge the existing EAC-SADC and African Union (AU) mediation frameworks into a unified structure, comprising the AU Mediator a...

DRC conflict: President Ruto backs merger of Nairobi and Luanda peace initiatives
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 01, 2025

The meeting followed a decision by EAC and SADC leaders to merge the Nairobi and Luanda peace initiatives into one platform, which was later endorsed...

Kenya and Uganda sign 8 new MoUs to boost trade, infrastructure and regional integration
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 30, 2025

Speaking during a joint press briefing at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, President Ruto reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to deeper collaboration wit...

Ruto signs new law to expand social protection for vulnerable Kenyans
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 30, 2025

President William Ruto signed the Bill into law on Wednesday at State House, Nairobi, following its approval by the National Assembly on April 30 and...

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