Fresh details have come out about the next phase of changes that President William Ruto is planning to make in his government. These changes are aimed at including allies of ODM leader Raila Odinga after the two leaders recently reached a political agreement.
According to a new report published by the Star Newspaper, the President is preparing to do more than just reshuffle Principal Secretaries. He is also targeting changes in parastatals and diplomatic positions, where several appointments are expected to be made in favour of Raila Odinga’s close associates.
The plan is said to be part of a larger strategy by Ruto to strengthen his political position ahead of the 2027 general elections. By embracing Raila Odinga and his loyalists, Ruto appears to be making a bold political move to isolate and eliminate the influence of his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua.
Sources suggest that several individuals who were closely linked to Gachagua may soon lose their government jobs or be pushed out of strategic public roles. This is being seen as an attempt by Ruto to clean house and replace them with figures loyal to the new alliance.
The relationship between Ruto and Raila has surprised many Kenyans, especially after years of political rivalry. However, politics in Kenya is often unpredictable, and the latest move is being interpreted as part of Ruto’s survival tactics.
His hope is that by bringing Raila closer, he might gain support from the ODM strongholds and possibly get a political endorsement that could boost his chances of re-election in 2027. This would be a big blow to those who were relying on Gachagua and his Mount Kenya base to shape the next phase of the Kenya Kwanza government.
It is still not clear which specific allies of Raila will be appointed, but several names are already being mentioned behind the scenes. Some of them have previously served in various capacities during the former regimes and are now likely to return to the government through this new partnership.
On the other hand, some of Gachagua’s allies are said to be worried about their future in public service. The once-powerful group that dominated appointments in the early days of Ruto’s presidency now appears to be losing ground quickly.
With the expected changes in key state agencies and embassies, it is becoming clear that the handshake between Ruto and Raila is not just symbolic but is already affecting how government power is being shared. The political climate is shifting, and the next days will reveal just how deep this new alliance goes.
For now, all eyes are on the upcoming appointments and whether they will officially mark the end of Gachagua’s influence in Ruto’s administration.
