Hanna Wendot Cheptumo
Hanna Wendot Cheptumo has been nominated as the Cabinet Secretary for Gender, Culture, the Arts, and Heritage in Kenya. A lawyer and advocate for women's rights, she is the widow of the late Baringo Senator William Cheptumo, with whom she managed a legal practice. Born in Baringo County, Hanna's career in law was inspired by her husband's encouragement. Her recent appointment by President William Ruto is viewed as a tribute to her late husband's legacy and a commitment to the people of Baringo. If approved by the National Assembly, she will be the second Gender CS in Ruto's administration, succeeding Aisha Jumwa.
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Recent news mentions
Hanna Wendot Cheptumo emphasised that equality is a constitutional right enshrined in Article 27 of the Constitution.
State department wins top USAWA award for gender and inclusion excellence
Kenya· 2025-07-15
Hanna Wendot Cheptumo's appointment as Cabinet Secretary sparked outrage due to her comments blaming femicide on young women's greed.
MPs failed women by approving Cheptumo's nomination as CSKenya· 2025-04-22
Cheptumo, known for her advocacy in gender equity and cultural preservation, will take the helm of a ministry tasked with promoting gender inclusivity and advancing Kenya’s artistic and cultural sectors.
Parliament endorses appointment of Ruku and Cheptumo as CSsKenya· 2025-04-15
Hanna Wendot Cheptumo has been nominated as the new Cabinet Secretary for Gender, Culture, the Arts, and Heritage.
Ruto's new Gender nominee- Hannah CheptumoKenya· 2025-03-27
