Uhuru Kenyatta
KenyapoliticianMaleb. 19615.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Uhuru Kenyatta is a Kenyan politician who served as the President of Kenya from 2013 to 2022. He is the son of Jomo Kenyatta, the first President of Kenya, and has been a significant figure in Kenyan politics, playing a crucial role in the country's economic development and international relations. Kenyatta faced charges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) related to his alleged involvement in post-election violence in 2007-2008, although these charges were later dropped. His presidency was marked by efforts to improve infrastructure and promote technology, along with challenges such as corruption and ethnic tensions.
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Wanjigi compared President Ruto's borrowing to that of his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta.
How Kenya lost billions: Wanjigi links debt crisis to 2014 law changeKenya· 2026-06-20
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta attended the event three times during his tenure.
Ruto's bold G7 appeal rings hollow without concrete action at homeKenya· 2026-06-20
We deserve answers on whether the July 2018 Uhuru Kenyatta and Swiss counterpart, Alain Berset, deal to recover illicit wealth from Swiss banks yielded results.
How Ruto's administration can unleash Singapore's magicKenya· 2026-06-01
Omar emotionally attacked Jomo Kenyatta and Uhuru Kenyatta.
President's local and international visits and the tough times aheadKenya· 2026-05-31
Uhuru Kenyatta is criticized by KK leaders in the context of the article.
KK leaders criticise Uhuru, drum up support for Ruto's re-electionKenya· 2026-05-31Former President Uhuru Kenyatta was mentioned in the context of blame shifting by the current administration.
Jubilee youths tell UDA MPs to confront Ruto, not Hassan OmarKenya· 2026-05-31
Uhuru Kenyatta is accused by UDA's chairperson of political sabotage and leaving behind a struggling economy.
UDA launches scathing attack on Uhuru KenyattaKenya· 2026-05-30
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta’s administration transformed the Kenyan Coast region through significant funding for infrastructure projects.
Kadu Asili faults Ruto over Coast projectsKenya· 2026-05-29
Uhuru warns government over rising cost of living and tribal politics.
Stop blame game: Uhuru warns government over rising cost of living, tribal politicsKenya· 2026-05-29Former President Uhuru Kenyatta said, 'My heart goes out to the parents, guardians, students, teachers, and the entire school community during this painful time.'
Ruto leads nation in mourning 16 Gilgil school fire victimsKenya· 2026-05-28
Uhuru Kenyatta is facing William Ruto in court over Jubilee funding arrears.
Uhuru faces Ruto in court over Sh16b Jubilee funding arrearsKenya· 2026-05-27Uhuru Kenyatta was part of a once-celebrated political bromance with William Ruto in Kenya.
OPINION | From Senegal to Malawi: Why African Political Alliances Keep Collapsing After Winning Power - Malawi Nyasa Times
Malawi· 2026-05-27
Several former African leaders have been appointed to spearhead mediation efforts, including former Kenya President Uhuru Kenyatta.
EAC takes regional peace push to AU over eastern DRC conflict
Tanzania· 2026-03-07
The Cybercrimes Law was signed into law by retired President Uhuru Kenyatta on May 16, 2018.
Court invalidates law giving police a blank cheque to hunt online liars and spreadersKenya· 2026-03-06
Uhuru Kenyatta is the former President of Kenya and is reported to be backing Fred Matiang'i as the Jubilee Party's presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election.
Ngunjiri questions Uhuru's choice for Matiangi's presidential candidatureKenya· 2026-03-04
Uhuru Kenyatta is the successor of Mwai Kibaki and was also a client of Wonderjoy Party World Ltd.
State House catering: Lucrative yet controversial businessKenya· 2026-02-28
Uhuru Kenyatta is the successor of Mwai Kibaki and was also served by Wonderjoy Party World Ltd.
Inside State House's lucrative yet controversial catering businessKenya· 2026-02-28Uhuru Kenyatta was involved in the existential election of 2013.
Sifuna's moment, Luhya surge as 2027 beckonsKenya· 2026-02-28Uhuru Kenyatta was served by Wonderjoy Party World Ltd during his presidency.
Catering in State House lucrative yet controversial businessKenya· 2026-02-28
The sibling rivalry has been co-opted by the country's dominant political forces, with each offspring becoming a flag-bearer for their respective patron, shaping the local succession contest into a proxy war between President William Ruto and his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta.
Violence claims and low turnout mark Isiolo, Kakamega mini-pollsKenya· 2026-02-26
Uhuru Kenyatta is the former President of Kenya who initially declined to appoint the judges.
Judges sue AG, Treasury PS, Solicitor General over failure to pay them Sh120mKenya· 2026-02-25
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has not, in any formal sense, transgressed the conventions that typically govern the conduct of former heads of state.
Uhuru should stay silent like Moi and Kibaki after their retirementKenya· 2026-02-24
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta conceded that Kenya loses Sh2 billion to corruption daily.
We should actualise the ideals that Rev Jackson resolutely stood forKenya· 2026-02-24
Babu denied claims that former President Uhuru Kenyatta was bankrolling the Linda Mwananchi activities.
Babu aims at Oburu, PS Raymond OmolloKenya· 2026-02-24
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has declined to host a group of youths who had planned to visit him at his Ichaweri home in Gatundu.
Uhuru declines planned youth visit to his Gatundu homeKenya· 2026-02-22
Uhuru Kenyatta, also known as Prezzo UK, is involved in a dispute with his successor regarding mediation efforts in central Africa.
Don't tell me 'retired but not tired' Prezzo UK is calling shots, years onKenya· 2026-02-20Uhuru Kenyatta is involved in reviving the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Alliance.
Opposition headed for retreat to agree on candidate to face RutoKenya· 2026-02-14
In July 2022, Kenya and Somalia announced plans to reopen it during talks between then-President Uhuru Kenyatta and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.
Ruto to reopen Kenya-Somalia border in April after 15 yearsKenya· 2026-02-12
Savula claimed there was credible evidence linking Kenyatta to efforts to split ODM at a critical juncture in the country’s political cycle.
Savula backs Sifuna ouster, alleges Uhuru is funding ODM 'rebels'Kenya· 2026-02-12
The NMS, formed under former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s administration, took over key county functions in 2020.
Sakaja calls NMS 'defilement of devolution', defends county recordKenya· 2026-02-11