Savoring the Retirement Years
In the heart of East Africa, Kenya, under the leadership of President William Ruto, is navigating a complex political landscape. Ruto, who was inaugurated in September 2022, is the current President, having won the August 2022 election as the candidate of the United Democratic Alliance within the Kenya Kwanza coalition[1].
Recent developments regarding President Ruto include:
- Economic outlook: On August 20, 2025, Ruto announced that Kenya’s economy is projected to grow by 5.6% in 2025, exceeding earlier projections by the Finance Ministry and the Central Bank. This growth forecast reflects resilience despite global challenges such as tariffs and trade disruptions. Kenya had slowed to 4.7% growth in 2024 but is expected to rebound in 2025[2].
- Political activities: On August 13, 2025, President Ruto delivered a significant speech at Kenya’s 2025 Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, emphasizing progress and future development in devolved governance[3].
- Political opposition and unrest: There is notable political tension, with opposition groups and the Communist Party of Kenya calling for Ruto’s resignation and organizing peaceful demonstrations against his government, accusing it of authoritarianism and economic mismanagement linked to external influences like the IMF[4].
- International relations: On August 19, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio commended President Ruto for his leadership and efforts at peacebuilding, reaffirming ongoing diplomatic engagement[5].
As the nation moves forward, questions about the future of Kenya's political landscape continue to arise. One such question is the topic of discussion: "Ruto not empowering youth; he is manipulating them with fake mercy." Another question that has caught the attention of many is whether we are trading human connection for AI comfort.
Meanwhile, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, who is currently retired, has shared his personal journey, expressing wishes that he had frozen his eggs sooner, as reported by various media outlets.
In Mombasa, a ship infested with pests has been intercepted, and the deal for BATUK is under consideration to be halted over rights abuses, as suggested by a house team. The topic of "Parenting without a village: Where did all the aunties and uncles go?" is also a point of interest for many.
For those interested in keeping up with the latest news, the Standard channel is available on WhatsApp. As for President Ruto, he continues to lead Kenya, facing domestic political challenges and opposition protests, while maintaining strong international relations and striving for economic growth and deeper devolution.
- In the realm of politics, as the nation moves forward, questions about President Ruto's approach towards empowering youth have surfaced, with some claiming he is not empowering them but instead manipulating them with fake mercy.
- Amidst Kenya's home-and-garden scene, the topic of parenting without a village - lamenting the disappearance of extended family closeness - has been a trending lifestyle discussion among many.
