William Ruto
KenyapoliticianMaleb. 19666.7Global Dominance: 0.04%William Ruto is the current President of Kenya, having assumed office in September 2022. He previously served as Deputy President from 2013 to 2022. Ruto is a prominent figure in Kenyan politics, known for his grassroots support and his focus on economic development and agricultural innovation. He has been involved in various political controversies but maintains a significant following. His role in the recent summit highlights Kenya's diplomatic engagement in addressing regional security issues, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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The MP said President William Ruto had challenged critics of the arrangement to compare Kenya’s actual landed cost of petroleum with that of neighbouring countries instead of relying on political rhetoric.
George Aladwa defends G-to-G fuel dealKenya· 2026-09-27
President William Ruto has announced plans to extend Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) network towards Tanzania.
Ruto unveils plan to extend SGR to TanzaniaKenya· 2026-09-27President William Ruto has urged political leaders to exercise discipline and restraint at public gatherings.
Ruto urges leaders to exercise restraint at public gatheringsKenya· 2026-09-27
Kalonzo Musyoka has signalled that the Opposition could accept the outcome of the 2027 General Election and consider working with President William Ruto if he wins through a free and fair contest.
Kalonzo signals at working with Ruto if 2027 poll is free and fairKenya· 2026-09-27
William Ruto is mentioned in the context of his talk at the UNGA and actions at home.
Of William Ruto's big talk at UNGA with small action at homeKenya· 2026-09-27President William Ruto would likely win hands down if Africa agreed on a common ruler today.
Ruto shines at global stage, yet many questions linger over sincerity of argumentsKenya· 2026-09-27William Ruto is the current President of Kenya, a role defined by the Constitution.
Fred Obachi Machoka and the art of bewitching a nationKenya· 2026-09-26
President William Ruto began an eight-day development tour of the Coast region.
Ruto splashes goodies in Coast tourKenya· 2026-09-26President Ruto restated Africa’s position for permanent seats in the UN Security Council.
How United Nations has failed Africa on stability and peaceKenya· 2026-09-26
President William Ruto today began his eight-day tour of the coastal region with a host of promises and bag of goodies.
Inside Ruto's bag of goodies in his coast tourKenya· 2026-09-26Nyoro criticized President Ruto for not respecting his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta.
Nyoro defends Uhuru, demands disclosure of Dangote refinery shareholdersKenya· 2026-09-26
William Ruto is mentioned as the president whose government is being discussed in relation to the ODM ticket.
ODM delegates reject Sakaja using the party for gubernatorial bidKenya· 2026-09-26
President William Ruto’s pledge that UDA would adopt a gender-balanced running-mate formula.
No, Passaris, women are still asleep at the wheelKenya· 2026-09-26
Salat attributed the progress to increased government attention to infrastructure in the region and commended President William Ruto for the ongoing works.
Mukhtar Salat welcomes progress on Madogashe, Mandera RoadKenya· 2026-09-26
MPs Dan Kiili and Mpuru Aburi rallied the people to support President William Ruto's re-election with Kindiki as his running mate.
Kindiki says operationalisation of Nyambene Game Reserve will boost security against banditryKenya· 2026-09-26
Lusaka, President William Ruto’s Western Kenya re-election campaign coordinator, said leaders should use the broad-based government arrangement to push for development.
Lusaka cautions Western leaders against early succession politicsKenya· 2026-09-26
William Ruto is the Head of State who has been criticized for his insults towards opponents.
Ruto's opponents using his insults as ammunition for counterattackKenya· 2026-09-26
Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira called for President William Ruto's reelection to complete development projects.
Nairobi MCAs turn up heat on Sakaja over poor servicesKenya· 2026-09-26
President William Ruto is mentioned in the context of potentially gaining more time in office due to electoral disruptions.
Red cards that could throw 2027 polls into uncertaintyKenya· 2026-09-25
President William Ruto is set to begin his coastal region tour on Saturday, where he is expected to launch construction of the new refinery in Lamu.
Back from New York, Ruto takes development tour to the CoastKenya· 2026-09-25
Aladwa pledged to support Ruto's re-election bid.
Aladwa slams Uhuru over claim Raila was rigged in 2022Kenya· 2026-09-25Kenyan President William Ruto issued a strongly worded statement condemning Hamas attacks on Israel.
Why Palestine has always mattered to Africa
South Africa· 2026-09-25
President William Ruto used his address to the United Nations General Assembly to demand greater African representation in global governance.
Ruto's UN reform push faces scrutinyKenya· 2026-09-24William Ruto is the President of Kenya who announced improvements to the reward scheme for medal winners.
Mvurya says government developing database for Kenya's medal-winning athletesKenya· 2026-09-24
President William Ruto has told the United Nations that Kenya expects to break ground on a Sh2.07 trillion oil refinery in Lamu within a week.
Ruto sets one-week countdown for Sh2 trillion Lamu refineryKenya· 2026-09-24President William Ruto met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss investment opportunities in Kenya.
Sh8tr in the spot as US, China eye Mrima Hill mineralsKenya· 2026-09-24
President William Ruto will on Wednesday address the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.
What Ruto will address at the UN General AssemblyKenya· 2026-09-23President William Ruto met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss investment opportunities in Kenya.
US, China eye Mrima Hill minerals as Kenya faces questions over Sh8trn tenderKenya· 2026-09-23Kenyan President William Ruto has said that African countries need trusted systems that allow skills, qualifications and work experience to move across borders.
Ruto: Africa must make talent portable across borders
Tanzania· 2026-09-23Kindiki said President Ruto has delivered more than his predecessors.
Kindiki defends Kenya Kwanza administration's development agendaKenya· 2026-09-23
