Political tensions rise as Gachagua hits back at Ruto - March 2026

Political tensions are escalating as Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reportedly hit back at President William Ruto, signaling a significant rift within the current administration. Gachagua has declared he will continue to openly criticize President William Ruto's leadership and address issues of corruption. This comes amid recent sharp remarks made by the President towards the opposition. Separately, Ex-DP Gachagua has accused the government of complicity in Meru-Samburu-Isiolo border banditry.