William Ruto Nearly Falls after Woman Grabs His Hand in Kibera: "Wachana na Rais”
- President William Ruto almost fell to the ground after a spirited woman unexpectedly gripped his hand during a visit to Kibera
- The moment unfolded as Ruto toured the affordable housing project in Soweto, flanked by Langata MP Jalang’o and other officials
- Despite the unexpected pull, Ruto quickly recovered and took the moment to reaffirm his commitment to transforming Kibera into a modern, organised estate
Kenyans have been questioning President William Ruto's security after an excited woman almost tumbled him to the ground with a firm pull during his Kibera visit on May 23.
Source: UGC
The president almost lost his footing after a woman from Soweto in Kibera unexpectedly reached out and firmly grabbed his hand while attempting to draw the attention of the Head of State.
William Ruto at Soweto's housing project inspection
A video capturing the exact moment surfaced, showing Ruto briefly struggling to maintain his balance due to the sudden force the woman used as she pulled him towards her.
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It was at that moment that the woman, who was dressed in a shuka and wore her dreadlocks loose, reached out and caught Ruto’s hand unannounced.
She then pulled him strongly while he remained surrounded by leaders and his security detail, nearly toppling him in the process.
Following the unexpected grab, the president’s security swiftly moved in to contain the situation, and though visibly surprised, Ruto graciously extended a more composed and official handshake.
Jalang’o, who was walking directly beside Ruto, also appeared visibly shaken by the moment, pausing briefly and then raising his arm in a calming gesture towards the cheerful crowd.
Watch the video below:
Here are some of the reactions from social media users:
@Miah VP said:
"Please, Maiyo, anytime we see our president and you are not around him, some of us get worried."
@Juxsmart Fashions said:
"Unavutaje rais hivyo kama sigara?"
@Kenyan Eye said:
"Where is Maiyo or Alex, please take care of him. We need him till 2032 to lead us."
@Titus said:
"The bodyguards were the problem. They pushed the lady while she was holding the president's hand."
@Hilary said:
"Yaani prezo anavutwa mkono na raia na security iko tu?"
@CKlenny said:
"Check it clearly. The security guy in black pushed the lady while greeting the president's hand."
@Chirih said:
"Hajavutwa, the lady was pushed back na nido alikuwa anamsalimia."
@Jimalee said:
"The reason I love bodyguards wa Baba."
@Too said:
"Wacheni rais. Madam alisukumwa na bodyguard si makosa yake."
Source: Facebook
Ruto's pledge to transform slums
The president pledged to transform slums in Kibera and other slums in Nairobi in his attempt to give residents dignified housing.
In 2024, the president announced that 1000 affordable housing units would be available for Kenyans living in the slums.
He added that his government was committed to lifting the livelihoods, especially of those underprivileged.
He recently presided over the handover of the Mukuru Housing Estate Lot 1, Phase 1, which consisted of well-built bedsitters.
Ruto was accompanied by Nairobi leaders, including Governor Johnson Sakaja, Housing PS Charles Hinga, nominated senator Karen Nyamu and others.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
