William Ruto’s Warm Gesture Towards Isaya Yunge During Family Photoshoot Captivates Kenyans

President William Ruto has attracted attention online after a video showed him warmly holding the hand of his new son in law, Isaya Yunge, during a family photoshoot at his daughter Charlene Ruto’s wedding.

The moment took place on Friday, November 6, 2026, during Charlene and Isaya’s wedding ceremony in Mwanza, Tanzania.

Footage of the interaction was shared on Instagram by Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi, capturing the President reaching out to hold Isaya’s hand as the family posed for photographs following the ceremony.

The video attracted attention on social media, with many viewers finding the gesture touching. It offered a glimpse into a personal family moment involving the Head of State and his daughter’s new husband.

The photoshoot featured President Ruto, First Lady Rachel Ruto, Charlene and Isaya posing together on a white platform at the waterfront wedding venue.

The backdrop featured a large white draped, cross shaped arch decorated with floral arrangements, complementing the wedding’s white themed setting.

Charlene appeared in her bridal gown, while her parents stood alongside the newlyweds as photographs were taken.

The interaction between Ruto and Isaya became one of the moments attracting attention from Kenyans following the celebrations.

Charlene and Isaya exchanged vows in a wedding ceremony held in Mwanza on Friday, bringing together relatives, friends and several prominent Kenyan leaders.

President Ruto and the First Lady attended the occasion alongside other members of the family and invited guests.

The wedding marked another important milestone for the couple, who had previously held their traditional Kalenjin Koito ceremony on August 8, 2026, at Intonna Heritage Farm in Kilgoris, Narok County.

The family photoshoot provided another glimpse into the celebrations, with the President’s interaction with his new son in law becoming a particularly memorable moment.

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