William Ruto

Kenya
The business ventures of Ruto's children

While George Ruto is busy in the sporting world, his older brother, the president's first son, is a lawyer by training who has successfully forged his own path in agriculture.

Kenya
Outlawed Mungiki sect associates now protect ousted deputy president

Deprived not only of his job as deputy president but also his protection detail, Rigathi Gachagua has turned to associates of an infamous sect to ensure his protection.

Kenya
Ruling party seeks to woo disaffected Kenyan youth

The presidential majority is seeking to boost support among young people by organising nationwide forums. It's a costly project as it involves paying youngsters to attend the events, but the Chinese Communist Party is helping out financially.

Palace Intrigues
Alassane Ouattara, Nicolas Sarkozy, Mohammed VI, William Ruto

Intrigues big and small – every Thursday, Africa Intelligence takes a peek into the corridors of power in Africa and beyond.

Ivory CoastSarkozy pays weekend visit to Ouattara

MoroccoMohammed VI keeps ambassadors on tenterhooks

KenyaFirst lady turns deaf ear to second lady's appeals

Kenya
Odinga's departure prompts ODM infighting

Senior executives of the Orange Democratic Movement, Kenya's second largest political party, are not taking kindly to the promotion of Kisumu Governor Peter Anyang' Nyong'o as interim leader. In addition to his age and attitude towards them, Nyong'o's pro-government line has distanced him from many ODM executives.

Kenya
Liquidation looms again for Ruto-linked insurer

The insurance firm is facing unhappy creditors once again.