President Ruto Revokes Appointment Amidst Political Realignments and Conflicts - December 2025

President William Ruto has revoked the appointment of Basil Criticos as the Chairperson of the Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade), a decision made effective December 5, 2025. In other political developments, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claimed the government blocked his flight to a ceremony in Kakamega, forcing him to deliver his speech via phone. Meanwhile, Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru publicly denied claims that she was joining Mr. Gachagua's political faction. Waiguru asserted her political independence as the 2027 elections approach and warned supporters against premature alignments.