Who is Rachel Ruto, William Ruto’s first wife? How rich is the politician in Kenya?
For more than three decades, William Ruto and Rachel Ruto have been married. They are one of the most prominent political partners in Kenya, where there is a lot of mystery surrounding them.
Since 2013, Kenyan politician Ruto has served as the country’s vice president. In 2022, he will run for the presidency of the United Democratic Alliance.
Ruto was chosen by the Jubilee Alliance to be President Uhuru Kenyatta’s partner in the 2013 presidential election. Ruto served as an MP from 1998 to 2013.
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Who is Rachel Ruto, William Ruto’s first wife?
Wife of famous politician William Ruto, Kenyan teacher Rachel Ruto currently holds the post of second lady in her country.
Six children have been born to the couple since their marriage in 1991. While residing at Dagoretti South, they welcomed their first child, Nick Ruto.
Rachel was a vital part of her husband’s campaign, often seen alongside him. As Kenya’s second lady, she became an advocate for women’s rights and women’s empowerment.
Through the Joyful Women Organization, she helped start the table banking movement in Kenya and the rest of Africa. The African activist advocated for healthy and active lifestyles.
According to Ruto’s Wikipedia entry, Binary University Malaysia awarded her the International Honorary Fellowship Award on Women Empowerment on January 17, 2014.
Learn about William Ruto’s tribe and family
The Kalenjin are Kenya’s third largest ethnic group. Rachel Ruto is part of this group. In Sambut hamlet, Kamagut, Uasin Gishu County, he was raised by his family.
Ethnic attitudes strongly influence Kenyan politics, and the Kalenjin have produced only one other president, the late Mr Moi, Kenya’s longest serving leader.
Additionally, Ruto was conceived by his parents, Daniel and Sarah Cheruiyot. According to his biography provided by the BBC, he didn’t wear shoes in primary school until he was 15 when he got his first pair.
William also had roadside stalls where he sold peanuts and poultry in the remote areas of the Rift Valley. Since the presidential elections are set for August 9, it is not surprising that he presents himself as the champion of the poor.
How much money will William Ruto have in 2022?
Rachel Ruto’s net worth exceeds $100 million. He is one of the ten richest citizens of Kenya.
According to reports, Ruto earns Ksh 1,487,500 per month before any benefits. He is a politician as well as the owner of many businesses across the country.
He owns the Ksh 2.5 million Weston Hotel in Nairobi and a Ksh 750 million poultry farm in Turbo, both in Uasin Gishu County.
According to Wikipedia, William was Kenya’s Minister of Agriculture from 2008 to 2010, then Minister of Higher Education from April to October 2010.
