William Ruto: Quick Facts
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Ruto to face school heads' demands after re-election endorsement
• Nov. 11, 2026, 10:00 PM ET (Nation.Africa)
Ruto's re-election bid tested by cost of living promise
• Nov. 3, 2026, 4:00 PM ET (The Standard)
Ruto allies defend renaming of Talanta Stadium after Raila
• Nov. 1, 2026, 5:23 AM ET (The Standard)
Ruto secures Putin deal to halt recruitment of Kenyans into Russian army
• Oct. 30, 2026, 12:39 PM ET (Nation.Africa)
Gideon Moi’s Kanu gamble puts President Ruto’s Rift Valley grip to test
• Oct. 25, 2026, 11:00 PM ET (Nation.Africa)
Facts
| Also Known As | William Samoei Ruto |
|---|---|
| Born | December 21, 1966 (age 59) • Kenya |
| Title / Office | president (2022-), Kenya |
| Role In | Generation Z protests |
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