×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Kenya's Bold Newspaper
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

Ruto-Moi handshake: Why Rift Valley is shaken

Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi and President William Ruto after a meeting at State House, Nairobi, on October 9, 2025. [PCS]

Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi’s decision to work with President William Ruto is expected to significantly reshape Kenya’s political landscape—particularly in the Rift Valley region, where both leaders hail from.

The two have a political history, having worked closely since 2002 when Gideon was elected MP for Baringo Central. They remained in Kanu alongside Uhuru Kenyatta, who later succeeded former President Daniel arap Moi as party leader.

Get Full Access for Ksh99/Week
Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Access this article for Ksh5
Already a subscriber? Log in