Also known as: President William Ruto · Kenyan President William Ruto · Kenyan president Ruto
President of Kenya who announced the reopening of Somalia border crossings and received Kenya's marathon world-record holder as a national hero.
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The Namibian
President William Ruto said authorities were working to clear blocked drainage systems
“President William Ruto on Sunday said authorities were working to clear blocked drainage systems but Ali says they had seen no one and the Parklands Residents Association had cleared up the debris themselves.”
Severe flooding kills 66 in Kenya, as heavy rains continueThe Namibian
President William Ruto announced Kenya's border with Somalia will re-open in April
“Kenya's border with Somalia will re-open in April almost 15 years after it shut because of attacks by Islamist militant group al-Shabab, President William Ruto has announced.”
Kenya's border with Somalia set to re-open after almost 15 yearsThe Namibian
President William Ruto has not commented on the church attack allegations
“Ruto has not commented but Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen condemned the violence, calling it unacceptable.”
Kenya's ex-deputy president alleges assassination attempt in church attackThe Namibian
William Ruto requested Ukrainian government secure release of Kenyans in conflict zone
“Kenyan President William Ruto last week requested the Ukrainian government to secure the release of Kenyans currently held in the conflict zone.”
Over 200 Kenyans fighting for Russia in Ukraine – ministerThe Namibian
Kenyan president William Ruto said he had spoken with Zelenskyy about young Kenyans illegally recruited to fight in Ukraine
“In a post on social media on Friday, Kenyan president William Ruto said he had spoken with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy about "young Kenyans who have been illegally recruited to fight in the war in Ukraine" and both agreed to "raise awareness of the dangers of such ventures".”
Over 1 400 Africans recruited to fight for Russia in war – Ukrainian ministerThe Namibian
President William Ruto said he expected to sign a trade deal with the US by the end of the year while urging Washington to extend Agoa for at least five more years
“Last week, President William Ruto said he expected to sign a trade deal with the US the end of the year while urging Washington to extend the continent's duty-free access under Agoa for at least five more years.”
Thousands of workers in limbo as US-Africa trade deal set to expireThe Namibian
President William Ruto has made attracting foreign investment top priority for every ambassador's assignment
“Under president William Ruto, attracting foreign investment tops every ambassador's assignment.”
How to Turn Ambassadors from Flag-Wavers to DealmakersThe Namibian
President William Ruto's government has redefined the mandate of foreign missions to place trade and investment promotion at centre
“This aligns with president William Ruto's government in Kenya, which has redefined the mandate of foreign missions to place trade and investment promotion at the centre.”
Why Namibia Urgently Needs an Embassy in NairobiThe Namibian
President William Ruto elevated economic diplomacy as a central pillar of Kenya's foreign policy economic diplomacy as a central pillar of Kenya's foreign policy
“When President William Ruto took office, he elevated economic diplomacy as a central pillar of Kenya's foreign policy.”
Unlocking Opportunities Between Namibia and KenyaThe Namibian
Kenyan president William Ruto described Sam Nujoma as selfless, courageous, and visionary leader
“Kenyan president William Ruto has described the late founding president, Sam Nujoma, as a selfless and courageous leader.”
Kenyan president Ruto mourns ‘selfless’ NujomaZimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, 43, and his wife Lucy Muteke were among six people killed when a helicopter crashed in the Marondera rural area east of Harare on Wednesday evening. The cause of the crash was not immediately known and investigations were under way.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, 43, and his wife Lucy Muteke were among six people killed when a helicopter crashed in the Marondera rural area east of Harare on Wednesday evening. The cause of the crash was not immediately known and investigations were under way.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Kenyan Gen Z activists are mobilizing young voters through social media, with 2.6 million new voters registered during one drive and plans for another 2.3 million. More than 30% of voting-age Kenyans are younger than 35, positioning the youth-led movement to potentially reshape Kenya's next election, though observers question whether their decentralized digital rebellion can convert into organized political power.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
African leaders and development partners called for urgent action to turn the United Nations Pact for the Future, adopted in 2024, into measurable results for ordinary Africans. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasized that Africa seeks fairness and highlighted youth empowerment, financing for development, peace, digital transformation and inclusive growth as key priorities aligned with the African Union's Agenda 2063.
24 September 2026 · New Era →
Nairobi will host the 2029 World Outdoor Athletics Championships, becoming the first African city to host the event after beating competition from London, Munich, and Rome. World Athletics announced the decision Tuesday, with the 2031 championships to be held in Munich and the 2027 edition in Beijing.
15 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, died at Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar after treatment for a heart condition. African leaders including Kenya's President William Ruto have extended condolences to the president and her family.
7 September 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah joined regional and international leaders in Lusaka for the inauguration of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema for his second five-year term. Hichilema pledged to shift his administration's focus from economic stabilisation to growth and expanding opportunities.
1 September 2026 · Informanté →
Kenya's Health Minister Aden Duale was found guilty of contempt of court for continuing construction of a US-funded 50-bed Ebola quarantine facility at a military base in Nanyuki despite a High Court order to halt the project. The facility has sparked protests in which three people died as police attempted to disperse demonstrators.
23 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Minister of International Relations and Trade joined more than 40 African foreign ministers in Nairobi to reaffirm support for UN Security Council reform, including permanent African representation and abolition of the veto power. The minister described Africa's exclusion from permanent membership as a historical injustice.
14 May 2026 · Informanté →
Sabastian Sawe became the first athlete to run a sub-two hour marathon in race conditions, clocking 1hr 59min 30sec in London on 26 April 2026. He received a hero's welcome on his return to Kenya, where President William Ruto compared his achievement to historic milestones including the first four-minute mile and the moon landing.
30 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Sebastian Sawe of Kenya became the first athlete to run a sub-two-hour marathon in an officially ratified race, crossing the line in 1hr 59min 30sec at the London Marathon. Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha finished second in 1:59:41, the fastest marathon debut ever, with all three top finishers beating the previous men's world record of 2:00:35.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Kenya and Uganda's presidents met to advance a multi-billion-dollar extension of a Chinese-built railway to Uganda, despite Kenya spending roughly US$1 billion annually servicing debt from the project. The leaders argue the rail link will reduce logistics costs and inefficiencies in East Africa, with plans for the line to reach Kisumu by June 2027 and later extend to the Kenya-Uganda border at Malaba.
23 March 2026 · New Era →
Heavy rainfall over the past week has triggered deadly flash floods across Kenya, with at least 66 deaths recorded and more than 2,000 people displaced from their homes. Poor drainage and obstruction of rivers from unregulated development have worsened flooding in Nairobi, where half the deaths have occurred, while authorities continue search-and-rescue operations.
16 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Kenya's President William Ruto announced the reopening of two border crossings with Somalia in April, almost 15 years after they closed following al-Shabab attacks. The decision follows years of security assessments, with heavy security deployment planned to manage safety and smuggling concerns.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Rigathi Gachagua, Kenya's former deputy president who was impeached in 2024, alleged that rogue police officers attacked a church service he was attending in Nyeri using bullets and tear gas, accusing President William Ruto of ordering the assault. Gachagua was escorted to safety, no injuries were reported, and police launched an investigation into the incident.
26 January 2026 · The Namibian →