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.
An image claiming to show George Kimutai Ruto, the youngest son of Kenyan President William Ruto, standing beside a luxury car has surfaced on social media, sparking rumors about a multimillion shilling purchase. The claim asserts that George, only 27 years old, acquired a 2026 Lexus LX 800H worth approximately KSh100 million (around US$770,813) from profits derived from his matatu transport business.
The image has drawn widespread attention, with online users sharing the post and captioning it as 'BREAKING NEWS'. The misinformation suggests that George's supposed car purchase is the result of a year of hard work in the matatu industry, a popular form of transportation in Kenya, where privately owned minibuses play a crucial role in public transit. The manipulated nature of the image raises concerns about the sensationalism often found in social media and how easily fabricated stories can mislead the public.
This incident reflects broader implications regarding the use of social media in Kenya, where misinformation can spread rapidly and influence public perception of figures in power. It underscores the need for vigilance in verifying information before sharing and raises questions about the integrity of public figures and their family members amidst rising scrutiny, especially in political landscapes filled with competing narratives.
