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Ruto says opposition leaders are weak

Published on October 14, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy Oki Bin Oki👁 19 views

William RutoUDA

The current opposition leaders are the weakest Kenya has ever had since independence and the return to multi-party politics in 1992, President William Ruto has said. He pointed out that the leaders have no alternative ideas or agenda for the country and therefore fall back on ethnic mobilisation and hatred, divisiveness and anger. He said Kenyans want agenda-based politics, sayingโ€ฆ

The current opposition leaders are the weakest Kenya has ever had since independence and the return to multi-party politics in 1992, President William Ruto has said.

He pointed out that the leaders have no alternative ideas or agenda for the country and therefore fall back on ethnic mobilisation and hatred, divisiveness and anger.

He said Kenyans want agenda-based politics, saying the Kenya Kwanza manifesto remains the only agenda on the table.

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Ruto launches road project, flags off power connections in West Pokotย 

Published on October 14, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Muraya Kamunde👁 32 views

William RutoUDA

Road construction, electricity connectivity and proposed dam investments featured prominently as President William Ruto continued his development tour of the North Rift, with West Pokot County the focus of several infrastructure announcements on the tourโ€™s third day. The President began his engagements in Konyao, Kacheliba Constituency, where he launched the Konyaoโ€“Kiwawaโ€“Alale road and flagged off the first phase of aโ€ฆ

Road construction, electricity connectivity and proposed dam investments featured prominently as President William Ruto continued his development tour of the North Rift, with West Pokot County the focus of several infrastructure announcements on the tourโ€™s third day.

The President began his engagements in Konyao, Kacheliba Constituency, where he launched the Konyaoโ€“Kiwawaโ€“Alale road and flagged off the first phase of a major electricity connectivity programme.

The road is part of a stated Ksh 21 billion investment to construct 200 kilometres of roads across West Pokot County. The programme is intended to improve connectivity and open up the region to greater economic opportunities.

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Baringo power project to connect over 3,000 households to electricity

Published on October 14, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Muraya Kamunde👁 31 views

William RutoUDA

More than 3,000 households across Baringo County are targeted for electricity connections under a Ksh 1 billion programme highlighted during President William Rutoโ€™s development tour of the county, as the Government expands access to power for homes and businesses. Under the Baringo Last Mile Connectivity Project, 3,329 households are targeted for connection, including 723 households in Baringo North Constituency, whereโ€ฆ

More than 3,000 households across Baringo County are targeted for electricity connections under a Ksh 1 billion programme highlighted during President William Rutoโ€™s development tour of the county, as the Government expands access to power for homes and businesses.

Under the Baringo Last Mile Connectivity Project, 3,329 households are targeted for connection, including 723 households in Baringo North Constituency, where KSh162 million has been allocated to extend electricity access.

The project forms part of wider infrastructure investments intended to improve living conditions and support economic activity in the county.

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Ruto Accuses Uhuru of Betrayal During Rift Valley Rally

Published on October 14, 2026

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

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto recently addressed his supporters in Rift Valley, accusing former President Uhuru Kenyatta of betrayal. The rally, held in Kenya, showcased Ruto's efforts to consolidateโ€ฆ Read More...

President William Ruto recently addressed his supporters in Rift Valley, accusing former President Uhuru Kenyatta of betrayal. The rally, held in Kenya, showcased Ruto's efforts to consolidateโ€ฆ

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Gachagua Projects Sh12 Spike in Pump Prices Citing 'Ruthless' Scheme

Published on October 14, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 32 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has claimed that petrol prices could rise by Sh12 per litre and diesel by Sh9, alleging that President William Ruto intends to use the increases to finance political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has claimed that petrol prices could rise by Sh12 per litre and diesel by Sh9, alleging that President William Ruto intends to use the increases to finance political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Sifuna vows to scrap housing levy if elected President

Published on October 14, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 28 views

William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has vowed to abolish the housing levy if the opposition wins the 2027 General Election, renewing his criticism of President William Rutoโ€™s administration over deductions from workersโ€™ salaries. In a post on X, Sifuna questioned the governmentโ€™s spending priorities and raised concerns over the housing levy and the Social Health Authority (SHA) contributions. โ€œIs he doneโ€ฆ

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has vowed to abolish the housing levy if the opposition wins the 2027 General Election, renewing his criticism of President William Rutoโ€™s administration over deductions from workersโ€™ salaries.

In a post on X, Sifuna questioned the governmentโ€™s spending priorities and raised concerns over the housing levy and the Social Health Authority (SHA) contributions.

โ€œIs he done ranting about the 24K I pay for his housing scam because kuna hii 43 K I pay every month for his SHA scam we also need to discuss,โ€ Sifuna wrote.

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Gachagua Says Ruto Is 'Bitter, Desperate' Over Growing Public Rejection

Published on October 14, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 32 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of being bitter and frustrated by growing public rejection, alleging that the Head of State is resorting to cash handouts to regain support ahead of the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of being bitter and frustrated by growing public rejection, alleging that the Head of State is resorting to cash handouts to regain support ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Gachagua says Ruto's govt planning to increase fuel prices by KSh 12: "Wandayi has been instructed"

Published on October 14, 2026

Source: Tuko.co.keBy News Desk👁 29 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

Rigathi Gachagua accuses William Ruto of ordering fuel price rises to fund voter bribery, alleging diesel and petrol hikes were routed through Gulf Energy.

Rigathi Gachagua accuses William Ruto of ordering fuel price rises to fund voter bribery, alleging diesel and petrol hikes were routed through Gulf Energy.

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Waiguru declares 2027 deputy presidency bid, 2032 presidential bid

Published on October 14, 2026

Source: The Standard PoliticsBy Standard Digital👁 28 views

William RutoUDA

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has officially declared that she will be in the running to be President William Ruto's running mate.

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has officially declared that she will be in the running to be President William Ruto's running mate.

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