Office of the President
President of the Republic of Kenya, C.G.H. · Sworn in 13 September 2022
H.E. Dr. William Samoei Ruto
The President is the Head of State and Government, Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, and the symbol of national unity. The office exercises the executive authority of the Republic in accordance with the Constitution.
President of the Republic of Kenya, C.G.H. · Sworn in 13 September 2022
Dr. William Samoei Ruto was sworn in as President on 13 September 2022, having won the presidential election of 9 August 2022 on the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket within the Kenya Kwanza Alliance. He previously served as Deputy President from 3 April 2013 to 12 September 2022. Early Life & Education
Born: 21 December 1966, in Sambut, Kamagut Location, Uasin Gishu County Schooling: Sambut Primary School; Wareng Secondary School (Eldoret); Kapsabet High School (Nandi County) University of Nairobi:
BSc in Botany and Zoology MSc in Plant Ecology (2008) PhD in Plant Ecology (December 2018)
Political Career
Elected Member of Parliament for Eldoret North on the KANU ticket, serving three terms (1997–2013) Elected KANU Secretary General (2005) Chaired the Parliamentary Select Committee on Constitutional Reform in the 9th Parliament, helping drive Kenya's constitutional reform process Minister for Agriculture (2008–2011) — oversaw the revitalisation of irrigation and provision of affordable fertilizer Minister of Higher Education — focused on knowledge acquisition and skills policy Partnered with President Uhuru Kenyatta to form the Jubilee Alliance (2012), combining URP and TNA to win the 2013 and 2017 elections
Policy Platform President Ruto campaigned on economic transformation and inclusivity for the everyday Kenyan, achieving a presidential victory on his first attempt. Constitutional Mandate The President exercises executive authority with the assistance of the Deputy President and Cabinet Secretaries. The office safeguards the sovereignty of the Republic, promotes national unity, and upholds the protection of human rights, fundamental freedoms, and the rule of law. Key Functions
Providing leadership in the national interest and in accordance with the Constitution Assenting to and signing bills passed by Parliament into law Nominating and appointing Cabinet Secretaries and other State officers Directing and coordinating the functions of ministries and government departments Representing the Republic in its international relations
Commander-in-Chief As Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, the President chairs the National Security Council and bears ultimate responsibility for the security of the nation and its people.