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Help us beat pollution, Kenyans urged
05-06-2018 Hits:2452 News Update Admin DP
Deputy President William Ruto has called on Kenyans to put their energies on decreasing pollution. He said efforts to scale back pollution must be enhanced for a cleaner and better environment...
Read moreMore firms to be listed in the Nairobi Securities Exchange
09-05-2018 Hits:3819 News Update Admin DP
Deputy President William Ruto has urged the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) to come up with plan that will see more firms listed. He said it was ironical that the NSE is...
Read moreAdopt stock exchange instead of bank loans
20-04-2018 Hits:3168 News Update Admin DP
Deputy President William Ruto challenged private companies to raise money from stock exchange instead of borrowing from financial institutions. The Deputy President said the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) should do more...
Read moreGovernment will uphold and honour all that multi-party crusa…
17-04-2018 Hits:405 News Update Admin DP
Deputy President William said the Government will uphold and honour all that multi-party crusaders including Kenneth Matiba fought for. He said "We will not allow what you fought for to be...
Read moreSecond National Conservation Agriculture Conference
17-04-2018 Hits:3218 News Update Admin DP
Deputy President William Ruto has asked the Ministry of Agriculture to immediately pay maize farmers. He said the farmers need the funds to prepare their land and plant. At the same time,...
Read moreDP William Ruto with Sudan President Omar al-Bashir
Deputy President William Ruto held talks with Sudan President Omar al-Bashir in Khartoum, with focus to strengthen trade and investments between the two nations. The leaders particularly stressed the need to…
Commissioning of an Oxygen Plant and other equipment
Deputy President William Ruto launched equipment worth Sh500 million at the Mama Lucy Kibaki Level 5 Hospital, Umoja, Nairobi County, as part of the efforts to transforming the country’s healthcare system. The…
Government keen on revamping sugar sector
The Government is ready to surrender its stake in five sugar factories in efforts to streamline the management of the sector, Deputy President William Ruto has said. Mr Ruto said Wednesday…
Reviewing the status of irrigation schemes countrywide
My reflections on key political changeovers
I have been actively involved in national politics for a couple of decades now. In that time, I have played important roles in a presidential campaign that was defeated, another that…
Official closing of the governors and deputy governors induction forum.
Kenya beats Zanzibar 3-2 to scoop 2017 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup
Public Service Excellence Awards Scheme ceremony.
During the Maasai Mara University graduation ceremony, Narok County
DP with former Zambia President and Burundi Vice President
18th Summit of Heads of States of the East African Community, Dar Es Salaam
Treasury offers loans to counties
Deputy President William Ruto chats with Busia governor Sospeter Ojamong during the IBEC meeting in Karen. 21st February, 2017 Photo/DPPS. The National Treasury will advance loans to county governments in dire…
Opening ceremony of the Summit on Partnership Peace and Emergence in Mali.
Deputy President William Ruto with French President Francois Hollande and Mali President Ibrahim Keita during the opening session of the 27th Africa-France Summit for Patnership Peace and Emergence in Bamako,…
During the graduation ceremony at the Kenya Medical Training College
Deputy President William Ruto during the graduation ceremony at the Kenya Medical Training College - Nairobi Campus. 1st December, 2016 - Photo/DPPS
Amina Mohamed suitable for AU post, DP Ruto tells Africa
Foreign Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed has what it takes to be the next African Union (AU) chairperson, Deputy President William Ruto has said. The Deputy President said Ambassador Mohamed has solid…
DP meets Ghanian and Liberia President
Deputy President William Ruto receives a Ghanian Traditional Stool from President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana. DP William Ruto with Liberia Vice President Joseph Boakai
DP William Ruto in Chad
Deputy President William Ruto (left) chats with Chad Prime Minister Albert Pahimi Padacke’ (centre) and Foreign Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohammed (right). Deputy President William Ruto arrived in Chad to deliver a…
DP meets President of UN General Assembly in New York
Deputy President William Ruto held a meeting with H.E. Peter Thomson, President of the 71st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York
Deputy President William Ruto at the United Nation General Assembly in New York, USA
Deputy President William Ruto held talks with United Nation Secretary General Ban Ki-moon at the sidelines of the United Nation General Assembly in New York, USA. September 18th, 2016 During the United…
Official opening of the Global ICT Capacity Building Forum, Nairobi.
Deputy President William Ruto and Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of ICT Mr. Joe Mucheru during the official opening of the Global ICT Capacity Building Forum, Nairobi. Stakeholders during the forum Panelists
DP, Burundi's Nkurunziza hold talks
Deputy President William Ruto has made a one day official visit to Burundi for talks with President Pierre Nkurunziza. Mr Ruto travelled to Bujumbura to discuss critical East Africa issues among…
Promote EAC trade, DP urges
Deputy President William Ruto has urged the private sector to play its role effectively in accelerating trade among the East African Community (EAC) member countries. Mr Ruto said the private sector…
Deputy President William Ruto met with Stefano Dejak Head of delegation of the EU and Australian High Commissioner to Kenya…
Deputy President William Ruto with Stefano Dejak Head of delegation of the European Union when they held discussions on infrastructural development and trade between Kenya and Europe. 24th November, 2015 Deputy President…
The Deputy President at the second Kenya International Investment Conference held at KICC, Nairobi
Deputy President William Ruto when he arrived at the second Kenya International Investment Conference held at KICC in Nairobi. 23rd November, 2015 Deputy President William Ruto admires a product at an…
Deputy President joined Kenyans to welcome our great athletes home from Beijing.
Inauguration Ceremony of Nigeria’s President
Deputy President William Ruto arrives at Eagle Square, Abuja during the inaugration of Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari as the 15th head of state. President Goodluck Jonathan and President Muhammadu Buhari at…
Deputy President William Ruto at a breakfast meeting with CEOs to create a platform for public - private sector dialogue…
Deputy President William Ruto greets KCB Chief Executive Officer Joshua Oigara when he arrived for the CEOs breakfast meeting at his Karen Residence. Photo Charles Kimani/DPPS May 19th, 2015 Deputy President William Ruto…
A security meeting between the Deputy President and leaders from West Pokot, Turkana, Baringo and Samburu Counties.
Deputy President William Ruto with Senator Gideon Moi during the meeting. The Deputy President and Inspector General of Police Joseph Boinet. Addressing the leaders.
The Deputy President met with Ambassadors from Ireland and Belgium at his Karen Residence, Nairobi.
Deputy President William Ruto held talks with Ireland Ambassador H.E Amb Dr. Vincent O'Neill when he paid a courtesy call at his Karen residence, Nairobi. Photo Rebecca Nduku/DPPS May 14th,…
Deputy President William Ruto at the official opening of the Global Growth Forum held at UNEP Headquarters, Nairobi
Deputy President William Ruto, Denmark Ambassador to Kenya H.E. Geert Andersen, UNEP Executive Director Achim Steiner and Chairman, Kenya Private Sector Alliance - Vimal Shah at the official opening of the…
The Deputy President at the World Press Freedom Day Convention
Deputy President William Ruto arrives at Intercontinetal Hotel for the World Press Freedom Day Convention. With him is Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communication and Technology Dr. Fred Matiangi (Centre) and Principal Secretary, Mr.…
Construction of 10,000 Kilometres of Road starts Next Week Nairobi, March 13, 2015
The Government has put into law guidelines that will govern the operations of the newly unveiled plan to tarmac 10,000 kilometres of roads across the country. Treasury gazetted regulations that will…
Deputy President William Ruto chairing the Financial Sector Consultative meeting on the Road's Annuity Programme at KICC. March 13th, 2015
Deputy President William Ruto being received by Government and Private Sector Officials at KICC. Deputy President William Ruto accompanied by the CEO Kenya Commercial Bank Joshua Oigara (right) and Principal Secretary…
Deputy President William Ruto during the opening of the Science Centre at the United States International University, Nairobi. March 12th,…
Deputy President William Ruto being welcomed by Vice Chancellor Prof. Frieda Brown and USIU Chancellor Dr. Manu Chandaria. Deputy President William Ruto opening the Science Centre at the United States International University. March…
Deputy President William Ruto at the Annuity Programme Conference to discuss the Government Plan to roll out construction of 10000…
Deputy President William Ruto is welcomed by Eng. Michael Kamau. Deputy President William Ruto, Eng. Michael Kamau (right) and Principal Secretary Eng. John Mosonik. Stakeholders during the Annuity Programme Conference. March 11th, 2015 Photo…
First Lady's Half Marathon - Beyond Zero Campaign
Deputy President William Ruto ties his shoes as he prepares for the 10km First Lady Marathon that was held at Nyayo Stadium. March 8th, 2015. Deputy President William Ruto participates in the…
Deputy President William Ruto in Mombasa for the Commissioning of Rubber Tyred Cranes at Kenya Ports Authority. March 4th, 2015
Deputy President William Ruto when he arried in Mombasa for the Commissioning of Rubber Tyred Cranes at Kenya Ports Authority. March 4th, 2015 PICTURE Charles Kimani/DPPS
Deputy President William Ruto at Hilton Hotel when he opened the UNESCO Forum for ministers of social Development for Eastern…
Deputy President William Ruto with Cabinet Secretary for Education, Prof. Jacob Kaimenyi, Deputy Director General Mr. Getachew Engida (Second Right) and AU Commissioner of Social Affairs, Dr. Mustapha Kaloko (Left) when…
Deputy President William Ruto with the President of SouthWest State of Somalia HE President Sharif Hassan Sheikh who called on…
Deputy President William Ruto welcomes President Sharif Hassan Sheikh team at his Karen Office. 20th February, 2015 Photo Charles Kimani/DPPS Deputy President William Ruto welcomes President Sharif Hassan Sheikh at his…
Deputy President William Ruto with Governors Commission of Revenue Allocation Transitional Authority Controller of Budget and the National Treasury
Deputy President William Ruto with Governors Commission of Revenue Allocation Transitional Authority Controller of Budget and the National Treasury after the Intergovernmental Budget and Economic Council meeting where we agreed…
Deputy President William Ruto with US ambassador to Kenya Robert Godec who called on him at Karen office
Deputy President William Ruto with US ambassador to Kenya Robert Godec who called on me at Karen office. We discussed matters of mutual interest between Kenya and the United States…
Deputy President William Ruto at the 8th Development Partners Forum on Devolution at Kenyatta International Conventional Centre.
Deputy President William Ruto addressing stakeholders during the 8th Development Partners Forum on Devolution at Kenyatta International Conventional Centre, Nairobi. February 10th, 2015 PHOTO Daniel Onyancha/DPPS Deputy President William Ruto chats with German…
Deputy President William Ruto at the launch of Ministry of Mining Online Transactional Cadastre Portal Investment Book Strategic Plan and…
Deputy President William Ruto assisted by Mr. Chrispine Lupe an official of mining ministry to access the website after he launched the Online Transactional Cadastre Portal at the ministry headquarters.…
Deputy President William Ruto at the official opening of a workshop on growth and development of aviation industry at Pride…
Deputy President William Ruto said that opening of the new terminals and facilities at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, had increased the capacity of Kenya’s flagship international airport threefold from…
Deputy President William Ruto at the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) Inaugural Chief Executives' Luncheon held at InterContinental Hotel. 29th…
Deputy President William Ruto with National Chairman Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) Linus Gitahi when he arrived at at Intercontinental Hotel for the organisation's Chief Executive's Luncheon. PICTURE REBECCA NDUKU/DPPS Deputy President William…
