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🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Kenya-China: Resumption of the Sino-Kenyan Railway Project Halted for 6 Years

The long-stalled Sino-Kenyan railway project has been revived, with Kenyan President William Ruto and Ugandan President Kaguta Museveni meeting to discuss its extension.

Mar 22 • 03:07 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Nyongo Rallies Kisumu Residents Ahead of Ruto-Museveni SGR Launch

Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang' Nyong'o encourages local residents to attend the launch of the Standard Gauge Railway extension by President William Ruto.

Mar 20 • 09:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Nyongo Rallies Kisumu Residents Ahead of Ruto-Museveni SGR Launch

Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang' Nyong'o is urging local residents to attend the upcoming launch of the Standard Gauge Railway extension by President William Ruto, emphasizing its significance for regional development.

Mar 20 • 09:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Fake Graphics Quote Kenyan Cult Leader Paul Mackenzie Linking President William Ruto to Shakahola Deaths

Fake graphics falsely attribute a quote to Kenyan cult leader Paul Mackenzie, implicating President William Ruto in the deaths linked to the Shakahola cult.

Mar 19 • 09:46 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Questions Surround the Future of the Kenyan Rally

The future of the Kenyan Rally is uncertain as the government shifts funding responsibilities to the private sector, according to President William Ruto's recent statements.

Mar 18 • 13:12 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto, Gachagua Trade Body Shaming Jabs As 2027 Race Turns Ugly

Kenyan President William Ruto and his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua have engaged in a public exchange of body-shaming insults as their rivalry intensifies in the lead-up to the 2027 presidential election.

Mar 17 • 15:44 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Opposition Leaders Condemn Alleged Illegal Takeover of Raphael Tuju Property

Opposition leaders in Kenya have condemned the alleged illegal takeover of the property of former Minister Raphael Tuju, citing involvement from senior government officials.

Mar 16 • 07:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Begins Western Kenya Tour With Infrastructure Inspection

President William Ruto embarks on a five-day tour in Western Kenya focusing on infrastructure development, starting with Kakamega County.

Mar 16 • 07:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto Activates Multi-Agency Response As Floods Hit Parts of Kenya

President William Ruto has activated a multi-agency response to address the floods and heavy rains impacting various regions of Kenya.

Mar 16 • 05:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya Moves to Establish Meteorological Service Authority in Line With ICAO Standards

Kenya has established the Kenya Meteorological Service Authority to regulate meteorological services and align with international aviation standards.

Mar 13 • 10:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Power Cuts Are the New Normal in Kenya - What Went Wrong and How to Fix It

Kenya is experiencing significant power cuts due to production shortfalls, as President William Ruto acknowledges the necessity of load-shedding to stabilize the national grid.

Mar 12 • 04:41 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Boniface Mwangi Takes On President Ruto for Turning Kenya Into 'Private Property'

Activist Boniface Mwangi has accused President William Ruto of transforming Kenya into a private enterprise for his allies through state-backed economic initiatives.

Mar 10 • 08:13 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Judges to Contribute 7.5% With Government 15% in Pension Law Signed By Ruto

President William Ruto has signed the Judges' Retirement Benefits Bill, establishing a new retirement fund for judges that includes various benefits and contributions from both judges and the government.

Mar 9 • 09:38 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto Signs National Infrastructure Fund Law At Breakfast Meeting Graced By Investors

President William Ruto has enacted the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, 2026, to enhance project financing and management in Kenya.

Mar 9 • 09:37 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Disregard Facebook Page Posting Graphics With False Quotes Attributed to Kenyan President

A Facebook page falsely attributed exaggerated quotes about the war in Iran to Kenyan President William Ruto, prompting a warning to dismiss these misleading graphics.

Mar 6 • 13:32 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto and Sakaja Confirm April Opening of 400-Bed Mutuini Level 5 Hospital in Nairobi

President William Ruto and Governor Johnson Sakaja confirmed that the Mutuini Hospital in Nairobi will officially open in April, expanding from 40 to 400 beds.

Mar 4 • 05:54 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Commends Sh80bn National-Nairobi County Pact to Transform City Infrastructure and Services

President Ruto has commended a recent Sh80 billion partnership aimed at improving Nairobi's infrastructure and services.

Mar 3 • 15:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya Records 5,009 Road Deaths As Ruto, Koome Push for Integrated E-Traffic System

Kenya has recorded 5,009 road deaths, prompting calls for an integrated e-traffic management system to enhance road safety.

Mar 2 • 12:43 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Condemns Strikes On Middle Eastern Nations, Urges De-Escalation

President William Ruto condemned recent strikes on Middle Eastern nations and called for multilateral efforts to de-escalate the conflict.

Mar 2 • 07:04 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Sakaja Ties Political Fate to Implementation of Deal With Ruto

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja emphasizes his commitment to a cooperation agreement with the national government, seeing it as key to addressing the city's financial challenges and ensuring his political future.

Feb 26 • 14:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Fake Graphics Claim That Kenyan President Hinted At Dropping His Deputy As Running Mate for 2027 Elections

Fake graphics claiming that Kenyan President William Ruto intends to drop his deputy, Kithure Kindiki, as running mate for the 2027 elections are circulating online.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Intervenes in Kiambu UDA Infighting, Urges Leaders to Focus On Development

President William Ruto has intervened in the leadership disputes within Kiambu County's UDA, urging local leaders to prioritize development over infighting.

Feb 23 • 05:24 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Announces Thika Expressway Construction to Begin in September

President William Ruto has announced plans to begin construction of the Thika Expressway in September 2026 to alleviate traffic congestion along Thika Road.

Feb 23 • 05:24 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Jesus Compassion Ministry U.S. Pastor Resigns Over Ruto Invitation

Pastor Charles Wachira of Jesus Compassion Ministry in the U.S. resigned in protest after the ministry invited Kenyan President William Ruto to their anniversary celebrations, citing moral concerns amid public outrage over government excesses.

Feb 23 • 05:24 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: High Court Rules Privatization Act, 2025, Constitutional

The Milimani High Court in Kenya has upheld the Privatization Act of 2025, allowing for the restructuring of state-owned enterprises without the need for Senate approval.

Feb 20 • 09:41 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Assents to Births and Registration (Amendment) Bill 2024, Pyrethrum Repeal Bill 2024

President Ruto of Kenya has signed several bills into law aimed at modernizing birth registration and reforming the pyrethrum sector.

Feb 19 • 09:34 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Cherargei Backs Ruto's Nairobi 'Rescue' As Sifuna Warns Against Threat to Devolution

Nandi Senator Kiprotich Cherargei supports President Ruto's intervention in Nairobi's governance while concerns arise about the potential implications for devolution.

Feb 17 • 14:13 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Kenya: Ruto Urges Inclusive Talks Ahead of South Sudan's 2026 Poll

President William Ruto has emphasized the necessity of inclusive dialogue in South Sudan ahead of the upcoming 2026 elections.

Feb 16 • 05:32 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Gachagua Hits Back At Ruto Over Corruption Claims

Kenyan politician Rigathi Gachagua rebukes President William Ruto over allegations of corruption, accusing Ruto of lacking moral authority.

Feb 16 • 05:32 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto Pushes Expanded Climate Financing in Talks With Green Climate Fund

President William Ruto emphasized Kenya's dedication to enhancing climate financing during a meeting with the Green Climate Fund Executive Director.

Feb 16 • 05:32 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: AfCFTA Could Raise Africa's GDP By $1.4 Trillion By 2045, Says Ruto

President William Ruto emphasized the need for the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which could potentially raise Africa's GDP by $1.4 trillion by 2045.

Feb 16 • 05:32 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

The land border between Kenya and Somalia will reopen, says the Kenyan president

Kenyan President William Ruto announced that the land border with Somalia, closed for 15 years due to repeated attacks from Somali Islamist militants, will reopen in April.

Feb 13 • 13:11 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto Departs for Addis Ababa to Attend the AU Summit

Kenya's President William Ruto is heading to Addis Ababa to participate in the AU Summit focused on Agenda 2063 and climate action.

Feb 13 • 11:56 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Kenya Reopens Border with Somalia After 15 Years of Closure

Kenya is set to reopen its border with Somalia in April 2024 after being closed since 2011 due to attacks by Al-Shabaab militants.

Feb 13 • 09:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto Sanctioned Mombasa NEC Meeting, Osotsi Claims As ODM Feud Escalates

The ODM party in Kenya is facing internal strife as Deputy Party Leader Godfrey Osotsi alleges President William Ruto influenced a crucial NEC meeting in Mombasa.

Feb 12 • 14:37 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Security Scare As Man Runs Towards President Ruto During Mandera Tour

A man attempted to run towards President Ruto during his tour in Mandera, causing a security scare that was handled swiftly by security personnel.

Feb 12 • 14:17 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto Vows Tough Action On Al-Shabaab During Mandera Visit

President William Ruto has promised decisive measures against Al-Shabaab during his visit to Mandera County, urging local residents to aid in security efforts.

Feb 12 • 12:19 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Dismisses Gachagua's Al-Shabaab Meeting Claims As 'Baseless'

President William Ruto has rejected claims from the United Opposition that he met with Al-Shabaab operatives during a recent visit to Northeastern Kenya, calling the allegations baseless and politically motivated.

Feb 12 • 04:58 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Kenya: Bernini signs the Memorandum of Understanding on universities and research

Italy and Kenya have strengthened their scientific cooperation with the signing of a memorandum by Minister Anna Maria Bernini in the presence of Kenyan President William Ruto.

Feb 10 • 10:01 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Calls for Global Investment in Kenya's Sh5tn Transformation Plan

President Ruto urges global investors to support Kenya's 10-year, KSh5 trillion national transformation program focused on infrastructure, energy, and agriculture.

Feb 9 • 15:37 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: President Ruto Gives 2026 Diplomatic Brief Highlighting Global Priorities

President William Ruto is launching Kenya's 2026 Diplomatic Brief, focusing on regional integration, economic diplomacy, and global partnerships.

Feb 9 • 07:15 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Sh220bn Housing, Water and Roads Plan to Revamp Nairobi - Ruto

President William Ruto announced a Sh220 billion initiative to enhance housing, water supply, and road infrastructure in Nairobi, emphasizing its importance for Kenya's national transformation.

Feb 9 • 05:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Altered Image Used to Claim That Kenyan President's Son Bought an Expensive Car Worth Millions

A false image circulated on social media claims that George Kimutai Ruto, the son of Kenyan President William Ruto, purchased an expensive vehicle worth millions of shillings, which is actually fabricated.

Feb 6 • 14:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto Calls for End to 'Ethnic Arithmetic'

Kenyan President William Ruto urged a shift from divisive ethnic politics towards an issue-based agenda focused on national unity and development during the UDA's preparations for the 2027 General Election.

Feb 5 • 09:16 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Kenyan president announces tax relief measures to ease cost of living

Kenya's President William Ruto has introduced tax relief measures that will exempt low- and middle-income earners from income tax to help reduce the cost of living.

Feb 4 • 20:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: High Court Declines Bid to Stay Orders Voiding Ruto's 21 Advisor Roles

The Kenyan High Court has rejected requests to suspend a ruling that deemed the appointment of 21 presidential advisors unconstitutional, citing the doctrine of res judicata that prevents repetitive litigation.

Feb 4 • 04:55 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ruto Warns Politicians Against Turning Churches Into Theatres of Violence

President William Ruto has called on political leaders to refrain from politicizing places of worship, emphasizing that churches should remain peaceful sanctuaries after a recent violent disruption of a church service in Nyeri County.

Feb 2 • 05:05 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Trial of an Activist in Kenya for Publishing Fake Photos of the Country's President

Kenyan activist Harrison Momia faces court charges for allegedly sharing AI-generated fake images of President William Ruto that suggest his death.

Jan 6 • 14:46 UTC

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