Dr. William Samoei Ruto
Presidential Candidate - Visionary Alliance 4 Ruto
Dr. William Ruto
Quick Facts
- Born: December 21, 1966
- PhD in Plant Ecology
- Sugoi, Uasin Gishu County
- Family Man
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Dr. William Samoei Ruto is a visionary leader committed to transforming Kenya's economic landscape through bottom-up economic model. Born in Sugoi, Uasin Gishu County, Dr. Ruto has dedicated his life to public service and national development.
With a PhD in Plant Ecology from the University of Nairobi, Dr. Ruto brings both academic excellence and practical governance experience to the presidential race. His journey from a chicken farmer to Deputy President demonstrates his understanding of the struggles faced by ordinary Kenyans.
Education & Background
- PhD in Plant Ecology - University of Nairobi
- MSc in Plant Ecology - University of Nairobi
- BSc in Botany and Zoology - University of Nairobi
Political History
- 2022 - Present: Presidential Candidate
- 2013 - 2022: Deputy President of Kenya
- 2008 - 2013: Minister for Higher Education
- 2002 - 2007: Member of Parliament - Eldoret North
National Vision
Dr. Ruto's vision is a Kenya where every citizen has an opportunity to prosper through the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). This includes:
- Agricultural transformation
- Affordable housing
- Universal healthcare
- Digital superhighway
- Manufacturing revival
- Youth empowerment