Heavy Rains Cut Short William Ruto’s Attack on Rigathi Gachagua at Kisii Rally

President William Ruto was forced to cut short his address in Kisii County on Tuesday, November 10, after heavy rainfall interrupted a rally where he had launched a fresh attack on his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua.

The incident occurred in Nyagesa, where the Head of State was addressing residents during his tour of the Gusii region. Ruto had been criticising Gachagua when the downpour intensified, forcing him to end his speech earlier than expected and leave the venue.

Before the rain interrupted his address, the president had accused the former deputy president of spreading hatred and promoting division along ethnic lines. Ruto also challenged claims that residents had been paid to attend the meeting, questioning the crowd over the allegations.

As the rainfall became heavier, Ruto briefly bid farewell to the residents before departing, bringing his address to an abrupt end.

The president’s visit to Kisii was also marked by the launch and commissioning of several development projects. He commissioned the Nyagesa Rianyamanga Road and officially opened Nyankororo Primary School in Bonchari Constituency.

The school has 12 classrooms constructed with support from telecommunications company Safaricom. The government announced plans to deploy 12 teachers to the institution in January 2027, when it is expected to admit its first learners.

Ruto also launched construction of the Kenyoro SDA Riana Market Kerina Road, a 22 kilometre project located in Bonchari Constituency. The road is expected to improve access to markets and support trade and investment in the wider Kisii region.

The interrupted speech came during the president’s broader Gusii tour, which combined government project launches with political engagements as he continued mobilising support ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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