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Ruto and Natembeya Clash Intensifies Ahead of 2027 Elections

Published on October 20, 2026

Source: Mwakilishi.com - Kenya Diaspora News LeaderBy Mwakilishi👁 35 views

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The political landscape in Kenya is heating up as tensions rise between President William Ruto and former Governor of Trans Nzoia County, George Natembeya. The feud has emerged over developmentโ€ฆ Read More...

The political landscape in Kenya is heating up as tensions rise between President William Ruto and former Governor of Trans Nzoia County, George Natembeya. The feud has emerged over developmentโ€ฆ

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Ruto urges Kenyans to elect leaders with clear plans, agenda

Published on October 20, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Margaret Kalekye👁 23 views

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President William Ruto has challenged Kenyans to elect leaders with practical plans, a clear vision and an agenda for the countryโ€™s future. Speaking Tuesday during this yearโ€™s 63rd Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, the President, who defendedย his administrationโ€™s record as he outlined programmes implemented since taking office in 2022, said leaders should be judged by their track records and results.โ€ฆ

President William Ruto has challenged Kenyans to elect leaders with practical plans, a clear vision and an agenda for the countryโ€™s future.

Speaking Tuesday during this yearโ€™s 63rd Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, the President, who defendedย his administrationโ€™s record as he outlined programmes implemented since taking office in 2022, said leaders should be judged by their track records and results.

In remarks widely seen as an indirect appeal for a second term, Ruto maintained that the progress made towards promoting equality and inclusion must not be reversed.

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Ruto: 2022 political transition must not be reversed ahead of 2027 races

Published on October 20, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Aloys Michael👁 28 views

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President William Ruto has warned against reversing the political transition that began after the 2022 General Election, declaring that Kenyans must return to the ballot next year to decide the country’s leadership based on performance, vision and development plans. Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret city on Tuesday, October 20, […]

President William Ruto has warned against reversing the political transition that began after the 2022 General Election, declaring that Kenyans must return to the ballot next year to decide the country’s leadership based on performance, vision and development plans. Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret city on Tuesday, October 20, […]

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Ruto announces tax exemption plan for Kenyans earning Ksh32,333 or less

Published on October 20, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 26 views

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President William Ruto has unveiled four proposals targeting income tax, land transactions, mobile phone imports and graduate employment as his administration seeks to ease financial pressure on Kenyans ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during the Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, Ruto […]

President William Ruto has unveiled four proposals targeting income tax, land transactions, mobile phone imports and graduate employment as his administration seeks to ease financial pressure on Kenyans ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during the Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, Ruto […]

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Ruto Announces 50,000 Paid Internships for Jobless Fresh Graduates

Published on October 20, 2026

Source: The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and VideosBy Mary Wanjohi👁 28 views

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The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and Videos Ruto Announces 50,000 Paid Internships for Jobless Fresh Graduates President William Ruto has announced plans to expand the National Internship Programme by 50,000 places starting in January 2027, targeting young Kenyans graduating from universities, technical and vocational education and training institutions (TVETs), and the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC). Speaking duringโ€ฆ

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Ruto Announces 50,000 Paid Internships for Jobless Fresh Graduates

President William Ruto has announced plans to expand the National Internship Programme by 50,000 places starting in January 2027, targeting young Kenyans graduating from universities, technical and vocational education and training institutions (TVETs), and the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC). Speaking during the Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret on Tuesday, October […]

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Mashujaa Day: Ruto acknowledges youth frustrations over unemployment and taxes

Published on October 20, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Wanjira Wachira👁 27 views

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President William Ruto has acknowledged the frustration driving young Kenyans to the streets over the cost of living, taxation, unemployment and the pace of change, saying his administration must remain accountable to citizens even after winning an election. Speaking on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, in Eldoret during Mashujaa Day 2026 celebration, Ruto recognised the right […]

President William Ruto has acknowledged the frustration driving young Kenyans to the streets over the cost of living, taxation, unemployment and the pace of change, saying his administration must remain accountable to citizens even after winning an election. Speaking on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, in Eldoret during Mashujaa Day 2026 celebration, Ruto recognised the right […]

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Ruto says electoral mandate is not a blank cheque

Published on October 20, 2026

Source: Politics โ€“ Capital FMBy CORRESPONDENT👁 36 views

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NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 20 – President William Ruto says his administration must remain accountable to Kenyans, insisting that winning an election does not give the government a blank cheque to govern without scrutiny. Speaking during this yearโ€™s Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, Ruto said his administration had a responsibility to deliver on the commitments made to Kenyans during the 2022โ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 20 – President William Ruto says his administration must remain accountable to Kenyans, insisting that winning an election does not give the government a blank cheque to govern without scrutiny.

Speaking during this yearโ€™s Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, Ruto said his administration had a responsibility to deliver on the commitments made to Kenyans during the 2022 election campaign.

“Kenyans, particularly young people, have taken to the streets to express their frustration, sometimes over the cost of living, taxation, unemployment, and the pace of change.”

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Ruto says electoral mandate is not a blank cheque

Published on October 20, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy CORRESPONDENT👁 22 views

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NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 20 – President William Ruto says his administration must remain accountable to Kenyans, insisting that winning an election does not give the government a blank cheque to govern without scrutiny. Speaking during this yearโ€™s Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, Ruto said his administration had a responsibility to deliver on the commitments made to Kenyans during the 2022โ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 20 – President William Ruto says his administration must remain accountable to Kenyans, insisting that winning an election does not give the government a blank cheque to govern without scrutiny.

Speaking during this yearโ€™s Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, Ruto said his administration had a responsibility to deliver on the commitments made to Kenyans during the 2022 election campaign.

“Kenyans, particularly young people, have taken to the streets to express their frustration, sometimes over the cost of living, taxation, unemployment, and the pace of change.”

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MPs back Waiguru for Deputy President, warn Mt Kenya against abandoning Ruto

Published on October 20, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Christine Muchira👁 60 views

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Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has received backing for the Deputy President position in the 2027 elections from a section of Members of Parliament (MPs). The legislators who included Irene Njoki (Bahati), Anne Wamuratha (Kiambu) and Gachoki Gitari (Kirinyaga Central) also warned Mt. Kenya region against ignoring their advise not to abandon President William Rutoโ€™s re-election, saying the community risks losingโ€ฆ

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has received backing for the Deputy President position in the 2027 elections from a section of Members of Parliament (MPs).

The legislators who included Irene Njoki (Bahati), Anne Wamuratha (Kiambu) and Gachoki Gitari (Kirinyaga Central) also warned Mt. Kenya region against ignoring their advise not to abandon President William Rutoโ€™s re-election, saying the community risks losing its political influence.

They cited Waiguruโ€™s work experience at the National Treasury, Cabinet Secretary and two terms as Kirinyaga governor, saying this had prepared her for a greater national responsibility

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