‘God’s glory’: George Ruto’s Mood driver Lenny flaunts Mercedes GLE in latest lifestyle upgrade
Published on September 24, 2026
Lenny, the popular driver of city matatu ‘Mood’, which belongs to President William Ruto’s son George Ruto, has
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Image: Nairobi WireRuto’s UN Reform Push Gets Fresh Backing From UN Chief Guterres
Published on September 24, 2026
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has thrown weight behind President William Ruto’s ongoing push for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council, calling the continent’s continued exclusion unjust and indefensible. Speaking on Wednesday during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 81) in New York, Guterres stated that the current composition of the Security Council fails to…
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has thrown weight behind President William Ruto’s ongoing push for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council, calling the continent’s continued exclusion unjust and indefensible.
Speaking on Wednesday during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 81) in New York, Guterres stated that the current composition of the Security Council fails to reflect 21st-century geopolitical realities.
“Africa still has no permanent seat on the Security Council. A 21st-century Security Council without permanent African representation is unjust & indefensible,” Guterres posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Image: The Standard Politics'We know what happened': Uhuru claims Raila won 2022 races
Published on September 22, 2026
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has said he remains convinced that Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, four years after President William Ruto was declared the winner.
Image: The Standard News Feeds'We know what happened': Uhuru claims Raila won 2022 races
Published on September 22, 2026
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has said he remains convinced that Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, four years after President William Ruto was declared the winner.
DP Kindiki frames contest for Meru County votes in 2027
Published on September 21, 2026
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has put a Ksh39 billion development programme at the centre of Kenya Kwanza politics in Meru, challenging critics to focus on their own ambitions as the Government rolls out roads, markets and education projects. Speaking at Gitimene Market in Buuri Constituency on Monday, Prof Kindiki said Meru had been allocated Ksh39 billion for development and construction…
Ruto Meets Dangote in New York Over Financing, Final Preparations for Sh2.2tn Lamu Refinery
Published on September 21, 2026
NEW YORK, US Sep 21 – President William Ruto has met Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote in New York to discuss financing and final preparations for the proposed East Africa Refinery in Lamu. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, also brought together Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) President and CEO Samaila Zubairu as Kenya seeks…
Image: The Standard Politics2027: Ruto urges Kenyans not to elect 'a fool' as president
Published on September 21, 2026
President William Ruto has urged the country not to elect ‘a fool as president for the sake of development and growth of the country.
PRESIDENT RUTO ANNOUNCES KSH 3K MONTHLY STIPEND, SHA COVER FOR VILLAGE ELDERS
Published on August 4, 2026
President William Ruto has announced a support package for more than 106,000 village elders across Kenya, including a monthly stipend, smartphones, training and health insurance cover. The President pointed out that these initiatives were aimed at recognising the contribution of village elders in grassroots leadership, community mobilisation and implementation of Government programmes. Speaking during an engagement with more than 10,000…
PRESIDENT RUTO: GOVERNMENT TO CUSHION FARMERS DUE TO DROUGHT
Published on August 2, 2026
The Government is implementing measures to cushion farmers and safeguard national food security following below-average rainfall that has affected crop production in the country’s food basket, President William Ruto has said. The President announced that the Government will lower the cost of fertiliser and seeds to enable farmers to plant food crops during the expected rains in September and October.…