5 h. ago Homa Bay’s Big Leap: Governor Wanga Credits Ruto for Historic Development Boom

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga praised President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza regime for scaling up development of the county’s infrastructure. Speaking on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, during the ongoing Devolution Conference, Governor Wanga credited the progress to a strong national–county relationship. She referred to the establishment of a broad-based government as a milestone that ushered in revolutionary programs in the region. She emphasized that the collaboration flourished despite Homa Bay not voting for Ruto in the past General Election. “I want to thank you for your partnership in transforming Homa Bay to make it worthy of hosting this conference. When The post Homa Bay’s Big Leap: Governor Wanga Credits Ruto for Historic Development Boom appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 h. ago Nairobi Leads in County Revenue Allocation as Ruto Approves Ksh415B Share

President William Ruto signed into law the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2025, and the County Public Finance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2023, raising counties’ equitable share of national revenue to Ksh415 billion from Ksh387.4 billion for the financial year 2025/2026. The County Allocation of Revenue Bill, sponsored by Senate Finance and Budget Committee chair Ali Roba, details how the Ksh415 billion will be distributed among Kenya’s 47 counties using the revenue-sharing formula approved by Parliament. Nairobi County will receive the highest share at Ksh21.4 billion, then Nakuru at Ksh14.4 billion, Turkana at Ksh13.8 billion, and Kakamega at Ksh13.6 billion. Taita The post Nairobi Leads in County Revenue Allocation as Ruto Approves Ksh415B Share appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 h. ago Ruto’s KNCHR Nominee Duncan Ojwang’ Withdraws Days Before Vetting

President William Ruto’s pick for Chairperson of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), Duncan Oburu Ojwang’, has declined the appointment, just days after his nomination reached Parliament for vetting. In a formal letter to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Ojwang’ cited personal reasons and a potential conflict of interest for stepping down. His decision has forced the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee to suspend its scheduled vetting, with the appointing authority now tasked with finding a new nominee for the influential human rights watchdog. Addressing legislators on Tuesday, Speaker Wetang’ula confirmed he had received Ojwang’s withdrawal letter. He The post Ruto’s KNCHR Nominee Duncan Ojwang’ Withdraws Days Before Vetting appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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10 h. ago Ruto calls out MPs for turning oversight committees to extortion

HOMA BAY, Kenya, Aug 14 – President William Ruto has castigated a section of Members of Parliament whom he claims have been demanding bribes to alter or ignore official reports. The issue came up during the opening ceremony of the Devolution Conference in Homa Bay County, where the President singled out members of House Oversight […] The post Ruto calls out MPs for turning oversight committees to extortion appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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20 h. ago Kenya's Ruto on Trump's Radar as US Probes China, RSF Links | Firstpost Africa | N18G

Kenya's Ruto on Trump's Radar as US Probes China, RSF Links | Firstpost Africa | N18G  Firstpost

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23 h. ago ICPAK Council member lauds enactment of law granting county assemblies financial autonomy

KISUMU, Kenya, Aug 13 – President William Ruto has been lauded for signing into law a landmark bill granting county assemblies full financial autonomy. On Wednesday at the State Lodge in Homa Bay, the President assented to the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2025, and the County Public Finance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2023. FCPA Hesbon […] The post ICPAK Council member lauds enactment of law granting county assemblies financial autonomy appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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29 h. ago 54,000 Young Kenyans to Receive Ksh50,000 Startup Grants Next Month

President William Ruto has set a program to cover 190,000 young Kenyans through savings schemes and startup grants. Speaking on Tuesday, August 2025, during International Youth Day celebrations in Kakamega County, Ruto said the government will help these beneficiaries join the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) to build financial discipline and secure their future. He explained that about 110,000 young entrepreneurs, roughly 70 from every ward in the country, will each receive Ksh50,000 in startup capital. The funding aims to boost youth-led businesses and drive economic growth from the grassroots up. “I am pleased to report that the first phase of 54,000 young people will receive The post 54,000 Young Kenyans to Receive Ksh50,000 Startup Grants Next Month appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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45 h. ago President Ruto: Youth are Kenya’s greatest asset in shaping the nation’s future

President Ruto: Youth are Kenya’s greatest asset in shaping the nation’s future  Citizen Digital

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48 h. ago CHAN CHAN 2024: President Ruto promises handsome rewards if Kenya beat Zambia

CHAN CHAN 2024: President Ruto promises handsome rewards if Kenya beat Zambia  Africa Top Sports

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65 h. ago Kenya, California to collaborate on AI, clean energy and trade: Ruto

Kenya, California to collaborate on AI, clean energy and trade: Ruto  Citizen Digital

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67 h. ago Kenya: Kuria’s resignation masks Ruto’s bid to slice Mt Kenya vote

Kenya: Kuria’s resignation masks Ruto’s bid to slice Mt Kenya vote  The Africa Report.com

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68 h. ago President Ruto promises affordable housing unit if Kenya reach 2024 CHAN semi

President Ruto promises affordable housing unit if Kenya reach 2024 CHAN semi-finals  Flashscore.com

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3 d. ago Kenya: Ruto's Advisor Defends Govt's Plan for Compensating Victims of Protests, Riots

Kenya: Ruto's Advisor Defends Govt's Plan for Compensating Victims of Protests, Riots  allAfrica.com

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3 d. ago Wetang’ula tells ODM MPs to fall in line after Raila backs Ruto re

BUSIA, Kenya Aug 10 – Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetangula has called on undecided ODM leaders to rally behind President William Ruto second-term bid. He told christian faithfuls at the Harvest Center Fellowship Church, that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has already pledged to back President William Ruto beyond 2027. “ODM leaders who […] The post Wetang’ula tells ODM MPs to fall in line after Raila backs Ruto re-election bid appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago President Ruto says he won’t be intimidated by ‘Wantam’ sloganeering

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 9 – President William Ruto has reaffirmed that he will not be intimidated or distracted by growing criticism from the opposition. The President accused his rivals of having no concrete agenda for the country, while reiterating that the broad-based government model remains the way forward. “We want to tell those criticising empowerment […] The post President Ruto says he won’t be intimidated by ‘Wantam’ sloganeering appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Ruto makes changes at Communication Authority of Kenya Board

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 9 – President William Ruto has appointed Charles Kamau Karondo as the non-executive Chairperson of the Communications Authority (CA) Board of Directors. In a gazette notice dated August 8, 2025, the President said Karondo will serve for three years, effective immediately. The appointment replaces Mary Wambui Mungai, whose tenure has been revoked. […] The post Ruto makes changes at Communication Authority of Kenya Board appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago President Ruto says initiative to compensate protest victims to unite Kenyans

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 8 – President William Ruto says the formation of an initiative to compensate victims of protests is part of a broader plan to heal the nation and unite citizens. Speaking during the funeral of former Karachuonyo Member of Parliament and gender equality icon Phoebe Asiyo in Homa Bay on Friday, President Ruto […] The post President Ruto says initiative to compensate protest victims to unite Kenyans appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago President Ruto launches National Medical Equipment Service Project

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 8 – National and county government hospitals will now benefit from a new medical equipment initiative that will provide modern health machines. The National Equipment Services Project (NESP) will ensure that hospitals across Kenya  are equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment technologies that will be accessible to all Kenyans. The new initiative, […] The post President Ruto launches National Medical Equipment Service Project appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago Kenya: President Ruto Orders Release of Over 9,000 Motorcycles With No Cases

Kenya: President Ruto Orders Release of Over 9,000 Motorcycles With No Cases  allAfrica.com

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6 d. ago Rigathi Gachagua pleads with US to deal with Ruto personally, not punish Kenya for his actions: “Help us”

Rigathi Gachagua pleads with US to deal with Ruto personally, not punish Kenya for his actions: “Help us”  MSN

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