Accountability

Promise tracker

What office holders promised last time, where they said it, and what happened since: every status with its evidence. Chagua describes; it does not score.

Office holders Aโ€“Z. Every promise links to where it was made, and every status to its evidence. Chagua describes; it does not score.

Aaron Cheruiyot Senator, Kericho County

Anne Mumbi Waiguru Governor, Kirinyaga County

Babu Owino MP, Embakasi East Constituency

  • Not yet checked18 Oct 2026From the news

    Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has promised to transform Nairobi into a clean, corruption-free city if elected governor in 2027, launching a direct attack on the countyโ€™s current leadership over garbage, poor roads, water shortages and unemployment.

    Babu Owino: I will give Kenyans a Nairobi that is clean ifโ€ฆ โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 19 Oct 2026

Dr. William Samoei Ruto

  • Not yet checked12 Nov 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has defended the governmentโ€™s revised financing and construction arrangement for the Rironiโ€“Mau Summit highway, saying it will deliver a bigger road at a lower cost and save taxpayers nearly Ksh60 billion.

    Ruto says Ksh58B was saved in Rironiโ€“Mau Summit Road deal โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 13 Nov 2026

  • Not yet checked12 Nov 2026From the news

    William Ruto pledges to dual the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway within a year and says innovative financing will avoid new taxes or borrowing.

    William Ruto announces dualling of Nairobi-Mombasa Highway without new taxes โ†— ยท tuko.co.ke

    Last checked 13 Nov 2026

  • Not yet checked8 Nov 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has promised equitable distribution of government positions among Kenyaโ€™s communities as his United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party negotiates a possible coalition agreement with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    Ruto makes fresh promise on govt positions as UDA-ODM power-sharing talks intensify โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 10 Nov 2026

  • Not yet checked8 Nov 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has announced a Ksh1 billion allocation for the construction of a new international-standard stadium in Nyamira County, promising residents a modern sporting facility by May 2027.

    Ruto announces Ksh1B Nyamira International Stadium, sets completion target โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 10 Nov 2026

  • Not yet checked8 Nov 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has announced plans to introduce changes to Kenyaโ€™s university funding model starting January 2027, promising that no student will be denied access to higher education because of their parentsโ€™ inability to pay fees.

    Ruto reveals plan to change university funding model starting January 2027 โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 10 Nov 2026

  • Not yet checked5 Nov 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has pledged to sponsor five students at International Leadership University (ILU) every year for the next 10 years, offering a personal commitment that could support 50 students through higher education.

    Ruto pledges to sponsor 5 International Leadership University students annually for 10โ€ฆ โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 6 Nov 2026

  • Not yet checked5 Nov 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has pledged to sponsor five students at International Leadership University (ILU) annually for the next 10 years.

    Ruto Offers to Sponsor 5 International Leadership University Students Annually โ†— ยท nairobileo.co.ke

    Last checked 6 Nov 2026

  • Not yet checked18 Oct 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has warned Kenyans against electing politicians promising to scrap his administrationโ€™s development programmes, arguing that reversing the projects would undermine progress made under his leadership.

    Ruto to Kenyans: Donโ€™t elect anyone who is promising to scrap myโ€ฆ โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 19 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked17 Oct 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has set February 2027 as the deadline for awarding Koitalel Samoei University a full university charter, pledging Ksh3.5 billion towards infrastructure development at the institution in Nandi Hills, Nandi County.

    Ruto sets deadline for awarding Koitalel Samoei University full charter โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 18 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked17 Oct 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has assured Kenyans that he will deliver on the promises he made during the 2022 General Election.

    I have a clear plan for Kenya, says President Ruto โ†— ยท kbc.co.ke

    Last checked 18 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked17 Oct 2026From the news

    Citing the tarmacking of roads, last mile electricity connectivity, modern markets and the coffee sub-sector reforms, DP Kindiki maintained that President William Ruto has delivered his 2022 election pledges and therefore deserves another term.

    DP Kindiki moves to marshall support in Mt. Kenya regionย  โ†— ยท kbc.co.ke

    Last checked 18 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked16 Oct 2026From the news

    National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed has vowed to transfer the seven million votes he says the late Raila Odinga commanded in the 2022 General Election to President William Ruto in the 2027 races.

    Junet Mohamed vows to deliver Railaโ€™s 7 million votes to Ruto inโ€ฆ โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 17 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked16 Oct 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has pledged Ksh 800 million to upgrade Makutano Stadium to international standards as he outlined plans to transform Kapenguria into a city over the next 30 years.

    Ruto hints at handing Kapenguria city status โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 17 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked15 Oct 2026From the news

    NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 15 โ€“ President William Ruto has accused his political competitors of seeking power without presenting clear plans for governing the country, challenging them to demonstrate how they would deliver on their promises to Kenyans.

    Ruto accuses opposition of seeking power without responsibility โ†— ยท capitalfm.africa

    Last checked 15 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked12 Oct 2026From the news

    Speaking in Uasin Gishu County on the second day of his development tour of the North Rift, Ruto revisited his fallout with Uhuru, claiming the former president had promised to support his presidential ambitions after serving two terms.

    Ruto to Uhuru: Youโ€™re a conman, retire โ†— ยท capitalfm.africa

    Last checked 15 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked12 Oct 2026From the news

    [Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto says he is prepared to face voters in the next election and be judged on his administration's record against the promises made in its election manifesto.

    Ruto Ready to Face Voters Over Development Record โ†— ยท allafrica.com

    Last checked 15 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked12 Oct 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has remained bullish about delivering the development promises he made to the nation in 2022 that catapulted him to power.

    President Ruto: I am ready for Kenyans to judge me, I haveโ€ฆ โ†— ยท citizen.digital

    Last checked 14 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked12 Oct 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has challenged his political rivals and Kenyans to assess his administrationโ€™s performance against the promises made in its 2022 election manifesto, insisting that his government has made progress in infrastructure, healthcare and education.

    Ruto defends manifesto record, challenges rivals to judge his delivery ahead ofโ€ฆ โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 14 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked12 Oct 2026From the news

    NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 12 โ€“ President William Ruto says he is prepared to face voters in the next election and be judged on his administrationโ€™s record against the promises made in its election manifesto.

    Ruto ready to face voters over development record โ†— ยท capitalfm.africa

    Last checked 14 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked12 Oct 2026From the news

    Speaking during an inspection tour of projects in Nandi County, Ruto cited infrastructure, education, healthcare and affordable housing among the sectors in which he said the administration had delivered on its promises.

    Ruto ready to face voters over development record โ†— ยท capitalfm.africa

    Last checked 15 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked11 Oct 2026From the news

    Women leaders are demanding accountability from President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 elections, citing unfulfilled promises on gender representation.

    Ruto's 50-50 pledge: Are women at the table or left behind? โ†— ยท standardmedia.co.ke

    Last checked 12 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked11 Oct 2026From the news

    Speaking during a church service in Likuyani, Ruto accused those opposed to his leadership of using proxies to create political confusion, insisting that his administration was committed to ending tribalism, hatred and discrimination.

    Ruto to Opposition: โ€˜I Will Deal With Youโ€™ โ†— ยท capitalfm.africa

    Last checked 12 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked6 Oct 2026From the news

    [Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has pledged Kenya's support for South Sudan's preparations for its December elections while urging political leaders to pursue dialogue and consensus as Juba navigates a critical phase of its transition.

    Ruto Pledges Kenya's Support for South Sudan Elections, Urges Dialogue โ†— ยท allafrica.com

    Last checked 10 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked1 Oct 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has vowed to protect Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote and the Ksh2.2 trillion refinery investment in Lamu from extortionists seeking to frustrate him through frivolous demands and court cases.

    Ruto vows to protect Dangote refinery investment from extortionists โ†— ยท kbc.co.ke

    Last checked 12 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked1 Oct 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has vowed to increase government funding to address longstanding land ownership problems at the Coast, saying the issue has contributed to displacement, conflict and poverty in the region.

    Ruto vows more funding to end coastal land disputes โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 14 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked30 Sep 2026From the news

    President William Ruto has assured residents of Lamu that concerns over the more than 7,000-acre piece of land where the Dangote East Africa Refinery will be built will be addressed fairly and in accordance with the law.

    Dangote East Africa refinery: Ruto assures Lamu residents land concerns will beโ€ฆ โ†— ยท citizen.digital

    Last checked 15 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked30 Sep 2026From the news

    Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony in Lamu on Wednesday, Ruto said Kenyans closely monitor government and investment timelines, warning Dangote that the public would hold him to account if the refinery is not completed as promised.

    Ruto to Dangote: Kenyans Will Hold You to 40-Month Lamu Refinery Deadline โ†— ยท capitalfm.africa

    Last checked 17 Oct 2026

Edward Mutahi Kahiga Governor, Nyeri County

Edwin Watenya Sifuna Senator, Nairobi County

Fred Okengo Matiangโ€™i

Gakuya James Mwangi MP, Embakasi North Constituency

  • Not yet checked22 Oct 2026From the news

    Embakasi North Member of Parliament (MP) James Gakuya has vowed to contest the 2027 Nairobi governor race as an independent candidate if he fails to secure the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) ticket, setting the stage for a potential clash over opposition nominations and coalition negotiations.

    Gakuya: I will contest Nairobi governor race as independent candidate if deniedโ€ฆ โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 24 Oct 2026

Gladys Atieno Nyasuna Wanga Governor, Homa Bay County

Irungu Kangata Governor, Murang'a County

Johnson Arthur Sakaja Governor, Nairobi City County

  • Not yet checked2 Nov 2026From the news

    Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has criticised leaders who have abandoned the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), describing their political moves as shameful while pledging to strengthen the partyโ€™s influence in the capital.

    Sakaja vows to keep Nairobi under ODMโ€™s influence โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 4 Nov 2026

  • Not yet checked11 Oct 2026From the news

    Nairobi County Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has renewed his bid to unseat Governor Johnson Sakaja in the 2027 General Election, promising to improve service delivery and address challenges facing residents of the capital.

    Geoffrey Mosiria vows to unseat Sakaja in 2027 Nairobi governor race โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 12 Oct 2026

Mohamud Mohamed Ali Governor, Marsabit County

  • Not yet checked10 Oct 2026From the news

    Nyali Member of Parliament (MP) Mohamed Ali has vowed to bring down the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in Mombasa, faulting the ruling party for betraying residents after campaigning on promises of economic empowerment.

    Mohamed Ali vows to bury UDA in Mombasa, accuses party of betrayal โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 11 Oct 2026

Oginga Oburu Senator, Siaya County

  • Not yet checked30 Sep 2026From the news

    In a statement, Oburu said the refinery being developed by Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote in partnership with the Kenyan government, will create 60,000 direct and indirect jobs while providing technical skills opportunities for young people in Lamu and neighbouring counties.

    Oburu: Dangote refinery will transform Lamu into industrial hub โ†— ยท kbc.co.ke

    Last checked 17 Oct 2026

Omar Abdi Hassan MCA, Damajale Ward

  • Not yet checked21 Oct 2026From the news

    United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary-General Hassan Omar has promised to simplify his campaign language after facing questions from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) over remarks about deceased voters.

    UDAโ€™s Hassan Omar promises simpler language after IEBC grilling โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 24 Oct 2026

  • Not yet checked21 Oct 2026From the news

    United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary-General Hassan Omar has pledged that the ruling party and the broad-based government will comply with all requirements issued by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

    Hassan Omar vows to ensure UDA complies with IEBC rules โ†— ยท peopledaily.digital

    Last checked 24 Oct 2026

Paul Simba Arati Governor, Kisii County

Rigathi Gachagua

Samson Ndindi Nyoro MP, Kiharu Constituency

Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka