Demystifying Ruto's leadership style and Kenyans' expectations

President William Ruto during Jamhuri Day celebrations at Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi, on December 12, 2025.[Elvis Ogina, Standard]

Watching President William Ruto deliver his Jamhuri Day speech at Nyayo National Stadium reminded me of an old parable about a scorpion that asks a frog to carry it across a river.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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