President Ruto

President Ruto

politician Kenya

William Ruto is the current President of Kenya, having assumed office in September 2022. His administration has been focusing on regional diplomacy, particularly in relation to Somalia and the Jubaland issue. Ruto's approach seeks to recalibrate Kenya's influence in East Africa, especially after recent diplomatic setbacks, and to foster stability through closer ties with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
62,706
Power
1,018$
Sentiment
3.44
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 3.00 0.03% +0% 67,886,011 23,670 $2,700,000 941$
Kenya 1 4.00 0.06% +20% 53,771,296 39,035 $106,000 77$
Totals 2 121,657,307 62,705 $2,806,000 1,018$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Kenya Kenya: President Ruto's loyal attack dog barks loud but he can't bite you! 4

The Standard: President Ruto's loyal attack dog barks loud but he can't bite you!

United Kingdom United Kingdom: President Ruto has taken a hard-line stance against the protests and has made controversial statements regarding the use of force. 3

BBC: Kenyan mother mourns 12-year-old shot watching TV during Saba Saba protests

Kenya Kenya: Maraga blamed President Ruto for the attack on women who gathered to speak up against the use of violence. 3

The Standard: Maraga condemns attacks at KHRC office, warns trend provokes anarchy

Kenya Kenya: Turning around the economy is not an easy task, not just for President Ruto but for anyone else. 5

The Standard: Gen Z protests: Let's deflate the national anger

Kenya Kenya: President Ruto dismissed claims that Kennedy was killed by a police officer and promised to explain the situation to Anyango. 5

The Standard: Gen-Z Revolt, Ongata Rongai family that lost son, one year later

Kenya Kenya: President Ruto is described as a master navigator of Kenya’s intricate political landscape, demonstrating political ingenuity. 8

The Standard: Raila: Indispensable player in Kenya's national stability

Kenya Kenya: President Ruto is described as a master navigator of Kenya’s intricate political landscape, choosing collaboration with Raila over confrontation. 8

The Standard: Raila: Indispensable player in Kenya's national stability

Kenya Kenya: The rapprochement was strategically significant for President Ruto, presenting Kenya with an opportunity to exert greater influence in Somali politics. 6

The Standard: Resolve Somalia's Jubaland issue for regional stability