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President William Ruto during the inspection of the construction of Kongasis Teachers Training College in Churo, Tiaty Constituency, Baringo County on October 13, 2026.

Politics

Ruto defies Natembeya, vows to proceed with Sh1bn Kitale Hospital project

Speaking during an Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) service in Kapsabet, Nandi County, on Sunday, Ruto defended his administration’s hospital construction programme, arguing that expanding healthcare infrastructure would bring services closer to patients who struggle to travel long distances for treatment

By Chrispho Owuor 2 hours ago

President William Ruto attends an ACK Church service in Kapsabet, Nandi County, on October 18, 2026.

Health and Wellness

Ruto to hospitals: Spend SHA funds on medicine, not gates

The President questioned spending priorities in some facilities, warning that investments in physical infrastructure would mean little if patients continued to leave hospitals without the medicines prescribed by health professionals

By Chrispho Owuor 2 hours ago

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen speaking during President William Ruto's tour of Uasin Gishu County on October 12, 2026

Health and Wellness

Shame! Murkomen tears into Natembeya over Sh1bn hospital row

The Interior CS argued that the project would help address healthcare challenges facing residents and described it as part of a referral healthcare facility programme that would be mentored by Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital

By Chrispho Owuor 3 hours ago

President William Ruto opens the Anglican Church of Kenya Kapsabet Plaza, Chesumei Constituency, Nandi County on October 18, 2026.

Top Stories

Ruto commissions Nandi headquarters as North Rift tour continues

The North Rift tour has combined project launches, inspections and public engagements, with roads, healthcare, education, affordable housing, markets and electricity connectivity featuring among the priority sectors.

By Chrispho Owuor 5 hours ago

Ruto

News

Ruto signs laws extending 8% fuel VAT relief and changing KRA funding

The two bills were presented to the President for assent at State Lodge, Eldoret on Friday, after being passed by the National Assembly.

By David Abonyo 16 Oct 2026

Ramogi

Exclusives

Raila’s death could turn ODM into a community-based party, expert warns

Speaking on Radio Generation on Friday, Ramogi said Raila had been the glue that held together communities that felt politically marginalised, bringing them under one roof while maintaining strong connections with larger communities.

By David Abonyo 16 Oct 2026

President William Ruto issues a Women Enterprise Fund cheque to beneficiary groups in Baringo County in Kabarnet, Baringo Central Constituency, on October 15, 2026

Rift Valley

Opposition unity will not stop my re-election - Ruto

The President dismissed ongoing efforts by opposition leaders to form a united political front, arguing that unity without a clear development agenda would not persuade Kenyans to support them at the ballot.

By Bradley Bosire 15 Oct 2026

President William Ruto during his development tour of Eldama Ravine Town, Baringo County on October 15, 2026.

2027 Election

Ruto challenges 2027 rivals to match his record as he vows to defeat them

William Ruto has challenged his 2027 rivals to present alternative programmes as he defended government projects, including a Sh25 billion roads allocation for Baringo County.

By Chrispho Owuor 15 Oct 2026

ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga

Top Stories

ODM sets sights on 2027 as Oburu defends Ruto alliance

Oburu argued that ODM’s participation in broad-based governance was consistent with its history of pragmatic engagement and efforts to promote national stability while pursuing its political objectives

By Chrispho Owuor 15 Oct 2026

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen engages residents during President William Ruto’s inspection of the Kapsait-Sondany Road and Last Mile Connectivity projects in West Pokot County on October 14, 2026.

Top Stories

Murkomen credits Ruto with ending marginalisation in West Pokot

Kipchumba Murkomen explains why he believes roads, electricity and economic opportunities are central to addressing insecurity and tensions in West Pokot County.

By Chrispho Owuor 14 Oct 2026

Naivasha Constituency MP, Jayne Kihara on Radio Generation interview on October 14, 2026.

Politics

MP Jayne Kihara accuses Ruto of betraying Mount Kenya after 2022 election victory

Jayne Kihara says William Ruto abandoned promises made to Mount Kenya voters and is seeking to divide the region politically ahead of the next election.

By Chrispho Owuor 14 Oct 2026

A side-by-side image of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and President William Ruto

Politics

Ruto-Sifuna showdown deepens over housing levy and SHA deductions

During his North Rift tour in Marakwet East, Elgeyo Marakwet County, on Tuesday, Ruto criticised leaders seeking to end the initiative, questioning why elected representatives would oppose a programme he says is intended to benefit ordinary citizens.

By Chrispho Owuor 14 Oct 2026

President William Ruto during a public address at Kapyego market, Elgeyo Marakwet County on October 13, 2026.

2027 Election

Ruto challenges opposition to compete on development, not tribal alliances

William Ruto has accused opposition leaders of disguising ethnic calculations as national unity and challenged them to compete on development policies ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Chrispho Owuor 13 Oct 2026

President William Ruto laying a foundation stone during the launch of the construction of a new inpatient block at Meteitei Sub-County Hospital in Tinderet, Nandi County, on October 12, 2026.

Top Stories

Ruto defends government record, challenges rivals to outline plans for Kenya

Speaking in Kaptumo, Nandi County, on Monday, October 12, 2026, Ruto said the election should be a contest over performance, development and competing plans for the country rather than tribalism, insults and hatred

By Chrispho Owuor 12 Oct 2026

President William Ruto meets Likuyani MP Innocent Mugabe during a Sunday Mass in the constituency on October 11, 2026

Top Stories

State to upgrade Kakamega and Garissa hospitals to Level 6

Ruto said the government had already invested Sh1 billion to complete the stalled construction of the Kakamega facility, adding that its funding would now be taken over by the national government.

By Samuel Otieno 12 Oct 2026

Ruto

Politics

They have nothing new to tell us! Ruto takes aim at Uhuru allies

Speaking at St Mark’s Catholic Church in Matunda, Likuyani on Sunday, Ruto defended his plans to distribute affordable housing, roads and industrial aggregation parks across the country, saying no region should be excluded from development because of its political or ethnic affiliation.

By David Abonyo 11 Oct 2026

Natembeya hits back at Ruto over claims of blocking development

Western

Natembeya hits back at Ruto over claims of blocking development

Speaking on Saturday, Natembeya challenged Ruto to explain his sudden interest in Trans Nzoia, insisting that his role as an opposition leader is to hold the government accountable rather than praise the President.

By David Abonyo 11 Oct 2026

President Ruto

News

Ruto unveils Sh871bn plan to put 1.5m more acres under irrigation

Speaking during the Agriculture and Food Security Transformation Summit at Nairobi’s Jamhuri Park on October 8, 2026, Ruto said 61% of the funding for the irrigation expansion would come from the private sector, as his administration seeks to increase agricultural productivity and improve farmers’ incomes.

By David Abonyo 8 Oct 2026

ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga

News

Oburu defends Broad-Based Government as he reflects on Raila’s legacy

In a statement read by his son Jaoko Oburu during the handover of Raila Odinga’s mausoleum in Bondo, Siaya County, Oburu said the collaboration had demonstrated the benefits of political maturity and unity.

By David Abonyo 7 Oct 2026

Mama Idah Odinga

News

Ida recalls Raila’s shifting alliances, warns spouses against political grudges

Speaking during the handover of Raila’s mausoleum in Bondo on Wednesday, Idah said politicians could be friends one day and opponents the next, only to reconcile later.

By David Abonyo 7 Oct 2026

Owidi: Opposition parties may fail to agree on one Ruto challenger

2027 Election

Owidi: Opposition parties may fail to agree on one Ruto challenger

Speaking on Radio Generation's Power File on Monday, the political commentators said genuine unity would require the various leaders to work under one political party instead of building separate outfits and later trying to merge their interests.

By David Abonyo 5 Oct 2026

Wanga defends ODM unity, says party will not field 2027 presidential candidate

Politics

Wanga defends ODM unity, says party will not field 2027 presidential candidate

Wanga said ODM remained “firm and focused” despite what she described as a “tumultuous” period.

By David Abonyo 5 Oct 2026

Gachagua tells Ruto to stop attacking Uhuru over 2027 politics

Politics

Gachagua tells Ruto to stop attacking Uhuru over 2027 politics

Speaking during a town hall community engagement in Marlborough, Massachusetts USA on Saturday, Gachagua said Kenyatta had retired from active politics and dismissed claims that the former president was financing opposition activities against the Kenya Kwanza administration.

By David Abonyo 4 Oct 2026

Ruto leads 2027 presidential preference poll as Sifuna comes second - Politrack

News

Ruto leads 2027 presidential preference poll as Sifuna comes second - Politrack

The Politrack Research Team survey released on October 1, 2026, shows Ruto with 45.1 per cent of the respondents' preference, while Sifuna followed at 19.6 per cent. Kalonzo Musyoka was third with 10.3 per cent.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 1 Oct 2026

How Wicknell Chivayo became a familiar face around East Africa's presidents

Africa

How Wicknell Chivayo became a familiar face around East Africa's presidents

The 43-year-old businessman had become one of Zimbabwe's most recognisable wealthy figures, but his public profile extended well beyond his home country.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 1 Oct 2026

Ruto mourns Chivayo as ‘dear friend’ after fatal Zimbabwe crash

News

Ruto mourns Chivayo as ‘dear friend’ after fatal Zimbabwe crash

Chivayo’s association with Kenya had become more visible in 2026 as he made several visits to the country and appeared alongside Ruto on different occasions.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 1 Oct 2026

How security gains paved way for Sh2.2 trillion Dangote refinery in Lamu

Commentary

How security gains paved way for Sh2.2 trillion Dangote refinery in Lamu

The Sh2.2 trillion investment comes as Lamu continues to emerge from years of insecurity linked to attacks by Al-Shabaab militants, which affected communities, businesses and access to essential services, especially in areas bordering Boni Forest.

By Samuel Otieno 30 Sep 2026

Ruto assures Lamu on land, jobs and fishing as Dangote refinery starts

Business

Ruto assures Lamu on land, jobs and fishing as Dangote refinery starts

While the court declined to stop the September 30 groundbreaking, it directed that no changes be made to the disputed land as the legal process continues.

By David Abonyo 30 Sep 2026

Ruto to Dangote: No one will extort you over Lamu refinery

Business

Ruto to Dangote: No one will extort you over Lamu refinery

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony in Mokowe, Lamu County, on Wednesday, Ruto said investors should be regarded as development partners and warned those he accused of using disputes and court cases to seek private negotiations with investors

By Chrispho Owuor 30 Sep 2026

President Ruto orders national school feeding programme for 2027

Top Stories

President Ruto orders national school feeding programme for 2027

The President directed the Ministry of Education to work with the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, the National Treasury and other relevant agencies to put in place the systems needed before the programme begins.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Sep 2026