A court-ordered reshuffle of President William Ruto's Cabinet is underway, reigniting scrutiny over ministers who faced public backlash during recent Gen Z protests.

• The President had initially dismissed his entire Cabinet following widespread public anger over alleged incompetence, corruption, and lack of accountability.
• A majority of the ministers were, however, reappointed, prompting a court petition.
• The decision to retain many of the same faces has revived public debate and calls for more significant changes within the Kenyan government.

Opposition leaders Dr Fred Matiang’i, Martha Karua, and James Orengo have declared that the selection of their presidential flag bearer will not be a secretive process but an inclusive one, involving public consultation.

• The leaders emphasized that the choice of a candidate to face President William Ruto in 2026 will be based on who the majority of Kenyans believe can best serve the nation, not tribal or boardroom considerations.
• The statement was made during a church service at Apondo SDA Church in Kisumu County.
• Martha Karua presented herself as a strong contender, highlighting her past achievements in government.
• James Orengo also declared his presidential ambitions, stating he would represent the Luo community at the national level.
• Dr Fred Matiang’i urged leaders from the Nyanza region to unite and build on the legacy of the late Raila Odinga.

President William Ruto's upcoming Cabinet reshuffle is facing renewed scrutiny following the re-appointment of several ministers who were previously targeted by public anger during the 2024 Gen Z protests.

• A court petition has been filed challenging the decision to re-appoint ministers, a move that followed the dropping of the entire Cabinet in response to public demands for their removal due to alleged incompetence and corruption.
• Key figures involved include President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
• The reshuffle has brought to the forefront questions about public confidence in the performance of the ministers and the administration's accountability.