I am not scared at all, Ruto says as 2027 political battle intensifies
Kenyan President William Ruto has dismissed criticism from political opponents ahead of the 2027 General Election. He challenged his rivals to present concrete policy alternatives rather than relying on slogans and insults.
Why it matters
The statement highlights the intensifying political climate in Kenya as the administration defends its current development agenda against opposition pressure.
President William Ruto during the two-day Kenya Health Summit held on August 18 and 19 this year/PCS President William Ruto has dismissed attacks from his political rivals, saying he is confident Kenyans will distinguish between political slogans and leaders with clear plans for the country.
“I am not scared at all. I mean, I trust the judgement of the people of Kenya, that they can be able to see where a plan is and where an agenda is,” Ruto said during a meeting with journalists at State House.
The President challenged his political opponents to move beyond insults and slogans and present Kenyans with alternative policies as the country heads towards the 2027 General Election.
Ruto said opposition leaders had focused largely on criticising his administration without explaining what they would do differently if elected.
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