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, amid recent sharp remarks made by the President towards the opposition. Separately, President William Ruto has cautioned against the politicization of places of worship, specifically addressing religious leaders in Siaya County and urging them to prevent churches from becoming political battlegrounds. Additionally, President Ruto has publicly responded to claims of "double standards" made by members of the clergy, as reported by KTN News Kenya.