{
  "id": 15482711,
  "title": "Waiguru declares interest in deputising Ruto in 2027",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/waiguru-declares-interest-in-deputising-ruto-in-2027",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-18T20:01:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "People Daily Kenya",
    "slug": "people-daily-kenya",
    "url": "https://peopledaily.digital/inside-politics/waiguru-declares-interest-in-deputising-ruto-in-2027"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has expressed her desire to serve as President William Ruto's deputy in the 2027 General Election, creating potential competition for the current deputy position held by Kithure Kindiki. Waiguru praised Ruto's work ethic, claiming he is the most dedicated president she has worked for, despite facing significant opposition during his initial years in office. She defended the government's economic performance, emphasizing the tangible results achieved despite political opposition. Waiguru's declaration adds to the political maneuvering surrounding the selection of Ruto's potential running mate for 2027, with Kindiki firmly stating he will remain the vice-presidential candidate. Other potential contenders include Musalia Mudavadi, Moses Wetang'ula, and leaders from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). The race to secure Ruto's deputy could be influenced by negotiations between Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the ODM, as well as regional unity considerations.",
  "summary": "Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has declared interest in becoming President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election, setting up a potential contest for the deputy president’s position currently held by Kithure Kindiki. Waiguru defended Ruto’s record in office, calling him the hardest-working president she has served under, while dismissing suggestions that her bid […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Anne Waiguru wants to be Ruto's deputy in 2027 election.",
    "Waiguru praises Ruto's work ethic despite opposition.",
    "Kindiki confirms he will stay as Ruto's vice-presidential candidate."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}