William Ruto

President William Ruto has ordered a monthly stipend of KSh 3,000 for over 106,000 village elders, starting in the 2026/27 financial year. The Treasury Cabinet Secretary allocated KSh 3.9 billion for this in the 2026/27 budget, which was signed into law in June 2026.

John Kaguchia, a Kenyan MP, alleged that security officers attempted to arrest him after a television appearance, following public backlash over controversial remarks targeting supporters of President William Ruto.

President William Ruto announced government measures to protect farmers and ensure food security in Kenya following below-average rainfall that has impacted crop production in the country's food basket.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has expressed confidence that President William Ruto's running mate slot in next year's elections is his and no one will take it away from him.

Kenya's President William Ruto defended the Vision 2060 development plan, stating it will be anchored in the Constitution and insulated from electoral politics. The plan aims to ensure long-term national development without political interference.

Greenpeace Africa threatens legal action to block approvals for the Dangote Refinery in Kenya, citing insufficient environmental and social impact assessments. The $17 billion project, aimed at boosting energy autonomy and creating 60,000 jobs, faces criticism over transparency and environmental concerns, while the Kenyan government emphasizes its economic and strategic importance.

Kenya will initiate a nationwide dialogue on August 12 to develop a post-Vision 2030 roadmap, as announced by President William Ruto. The initiative aims to shape Kenya's next phase of economic and social transformation.

President William Ruto is scheduled to deliver a special address to the nation on Thursday, focusing on Kenya's future and a renewed national vision as outlined by State House.

President William Ruto reaffirmed Kenya's strategic security partnership with the United States during discussions with United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) Commander General Dagvin Anderson. The talks focused on regional security and counter-terrorism.

Nairobi's Kibera informal settlement is undergoing upgrades with new apartment blocks and roads, as highlighted by President William Ruto. The project is part of Kenya's affordable housing program, aiming to modernize one of the country's most visible urban poverty areas.

President William Ruto has pledged full government funding for every student entering university in Kenya, emphasizing education as the nation's top investment despite uncertainties about funding sources.

A majority of Kenyans oppose the Broad-Based Government coalition between President William Ruto and Raila Odinga, with 52% rejecting the arrangement compared to 30% who support it, according to a TIFA Research opinion poll.

Kenya's High Court declared President William Ruto's Public Debt Audit Task Force unconstitutional, citing encroachment on the mandate of an independent constitutional office. The ruling marks a significant setback for Ruto's initiative to establish the task force.

President William Ruto met with British High Commissioner Matt Baugh in Nairobi to discuss bilateral relations, trade, investment, and regional security. The talks aimed to strengthen cooperation between Kenya and the UK in these areas.

Kenya is investigating a hack of President William Ruto's website, which was replaced with a message demanding a Bitcoin ransom and threatening to publish unspecified information about him.

President William Ruto announced plans to replace Kenya's means-tested higher education funding model with universal government funding for all university and college students, regardless of financial background. The policy change requires parliamentary approval.

Kenyan activists accuse authorities of violating a court order halting an American-backed Ebola quarantine center in Kenya, where seven U.S. staff from Congo are being quarantined in military tents. The facility, opposed by local protests and a court ruling, is part of a U.S.-Kenya partnership for Ebola preparedness, despite concerns about Kenya's health system.

Kenyan activists claim authorities are violating a court order by operating an American-backed Ebola quarantine center in Kenya, where seven U.S. staff from Congo are being quarantined. The facility, opposed by protests and a court ban, is part of U.S.-funded Ebola preparedness efforts in Kenya.

Rigathi Gachagua attributes President William Ruto's loss in the Ol Kalou by-election to his perceived betrayal of the Mt Kenya region. Gachagua claims the defeat reflects growing voter disillusionment, particularly among those who supported Kenya Kwanza in 2022.

President William Ruto's official website has been restored after a cyberattack forced the government to temporarily take it offline. The government ruled out a data breach, ending nearly a day of disruption that raised concerns over Kenya's digital infrastructure security.

G7 leaders committed to 195 critical minerals projects worth €64 billion as part of the Evian pledge. The initiative aims to reduce rare-earth dependence on single suppliers to below 60% by 2030. Kenya's President William Ruto announced a near-final US agreement to leverage this investment.

The US Department of Energy is promoting increased propane exports to Africa as part of a strategy to replace harmful cooking fuels with cleaner alternatives. The Trump administration emphasizes trade over aid, framing propane as a commercial opportunity to address energy access while advancing US economic interests.

Voting has begun in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election in Kenya, with UDA and DCP competing in a significant political contest in the Mt Kenya region. The by-election is viewed as a key test following Rigathi Gachagua's split with President William Ruto.

President William Ruto announced that the Nairobi Metropolitan Policing Framework will be rolled out soon to enhance security and community policing in Nairobi and surrounding areas.

Opposition leaders in Kenya have accused President William Ruto's administration of overseeing an increase in political violence. They warn that the country risks falling into political intolerance unless state institutions act impartially and uphold the rule of law.

President William Ruto leads a new presidential poll at 32%, with Kalonzo second at 13%, according to an Infotrak Research and Consulting survey. The survey suggests Ruto would retain the presidency if elections were held today.

President William Ruto has assured Kenyans that every part of the country will receive its fair share of development regardless of political affiliation or voting patterns. The statement was made in Kitui.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has urged Bungoma County residents to support President William Ruto's 2027 re-election, citing fulfilled development pledges by the Kenya Kwanza administration.

The National Assembly has challenged a High Court ruling that declared President William Ruto's Cabinet unconstitutional for not complying with the Constitution's two-thirds gender principle. The ruling highlighted a failure to meet gender representation requirements in the Cabinet appointments.

Africa has secured $900 million in new clean cooking commitments, adding to the $2.2 billion pledged in 2024, to expand access to cleaner fuels and stoves across the continent. The funding aims to address the 1 billion people still relying on polluting fuels, which contribute to 850,000 premature deaths annually.

Kenya's Parliament will appeal a High Court ruling that declared President William Ruto's Cabinet unconstitutional for failing to meet the constitutional two-thirds gender rule. The court found the Cabinet non-compliant with the requirement for gender balance in public appointments.

A senior journalist in Kenya escaped an attempted abduction following angry criticism of his newspaper by President William Ruto. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has called for an investigation into the incident.

The Committee to Protect Journalists called for an investigation into the attempted kidnapping of a senior journalist in Kenya following angry criticism of his newspaper by President William Ruto.

Kenya's new Parliamentary Pensions (Amendment) Act, assented to by President William Ruto, ensures female Members of Parliament receive the same pension, gratuity, and dependent coverage as their male counterparts. Widowers of female MPs will now be eligible for spousal pensions under the law.

The World Bank approved a $750 million loan to Kenya to support economic investment and fund a $37 billion budget, part of which addresses Kenya’s $100 billion debt. The lender commended Kenya’s government for financial reforms and anti-corruption efforts but emphasized the need for continued fiscal discipline. The World Bank also announced a $1.25 billion partnership with Nigeria to boost economic growth.

The High Court in Kenya upheld President William Ruto's reappointment of Cabinet Secretaries who were dismissed during the 2024 Cabinet shake-up, ruling their removal did not disqualify them for future appointments.

Kenya's High Court ruled that President William Ruto's Cabinet does not comply with the constitutional two-thirds gender principle and has ordered him to correct the imbalance within 120 days.

President William Ruto is commissioning the Ngong Road-Naivasha Road Flyover at Junction Mall to address traffic congestion.

President William Ruto has signed the County Allocation of Revenue Bill 2026, which aims to ensure equitable revenue sharing among Kenya's county governments.

Leaders from the Nyanza region in Kenya are defending the broad-based government arrangement and urging residents to cooperate with President William Ruto's administration instead of returning to opposition politics and street protests.