Kenya Ministers: Government of William Ruto

Cabinet of the Republic of Kenya under President His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H., reflecting recent reorganizations. This includes official nominations, confirmed roles, and notable portfolio assignments from verified government sources.

Executive Leadership

  • President: His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H.
  • Deputy President: His Excellency Prof. Kithure Kindiki.
  • Prime Cabinet Secretary: His Excellency Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, E.G.H. — also Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs.

Cabinet Secretaries and Portfolios

Ministry / OfficeCabinet SecretaryNotes
Interior & National AdministrationProf. Kithure KindikiRetained in senior national security and administration role.
National Treasury & Economic PlanningJohn Mbadi Ng’ongoCertified Public Accountant, leads budget, finance, and economic planning.
DefenceRoselinda Soipan TuyaOversees defence policy and strategic national security.
HealthHon. Aden DualeReassigned to lead the Ministry of Health as part of the March 2025 reshuffle.
EducationJulius Migosi OgambaHeads the Ministry of Education, driving policy on basic and higher learning.
Roads & TransportDavis ChirchirResponsible for infrastructure development and transport systems.
Water, Sanitation & IrrigationEric Muriithi MuugaFocuses on sustainable water access and agricultural irrigation frameworks.
Agriculture & Livestock DevelopmentMutahi KagweLeads efforts on agricultural productivity and livestock economy.
Co-operatives & MSME DevelopmentWycliffe Ambetsa OparanyaChampions cooperative movements and small-medium enterprise growth.
Public Service & Human Capital DevelopmentGeoffrey Kiringa RukuAppointed in 2025 to oversee public service reform and workforce development.
Environment, Climate Change & ForestryDr. Deborah Mlongo BarasaHeads environmental stewardship and climate policy.
Mining, Blue Economy & Maritime AffairsHassan Ali JohoDirects policies for resource extraction, marine economy, and maritime governance.
Energy & PetroleumJames Opiyo WandayiManages national energy infrastructure and petroleum sector oversight.
Tourism & WildlifeRebecca MianoLeads tourism promotion and wildlife conservation strategy.
Trade, Investments & IndustryLee Maiyani KinyanjuiResponsible for trade policy, investment promotion, and industrial development.
Gender, Culture, The Arts & HeritageHanna Wendot CheptumoNominated to promote gender equity, cultural policy, arts, and heritage programming.
Information, Communication & Digital EconomyWilliam Kabogo GitauOversees ICT policy, digital transformation and communications.
Attorney-GeneralMs. Dorcas Agik Oduor, SC, E.B.S., O.G.W.Principal legal adviser to the government.
East Africa Community & Regional AffairsMs. Beatrice Asukul MoeGuides Kenya’s regional integration initiatives.
Secretary to the CabinetMercy Kiiru WanjauAdministrative head coordinating Cabinet operations.

Structural Reforms and Context

Broad-Based Cabinet Formation

President Ruto dissolved his previous Cabinet in July 2024 to institute a “broad-based government” with strategic political alliances and technocratic expertise.

Reshuffles and Reassignments

The Cabinet underwent significant reorganization in March 2025, which included:

  • New Cabinet Secretary nominations (e.g., Hanna Wendot Cheptumo; Geoffrey Kiringa Ruku) and strategic portfolio reassignments.
  • Movement of key officials such as Aden Duale to the Ministry of Health and Deborah Barasa to Environment, Climate Change & Forestry.

Government Priorities and Cabinet Role

The Cabinet is key to implementing the government’s strategic agendas, notably:

  • Economic transformation and fiscal stability (e.g., sovereign wealth and infrastructure funds to mobilize investments).
  • Public service reform and accountability under ongoing leadership changes.
  • Climate, energy, and infrastructure policy alignment with national development frameworks.
Kenya Ministers: Government of William Ruto
William Ruto

The Cabinet of the Republic of Kenya under President William Ruto reflects a blend of political coalition representation, technocratic appointments, and strategic portfolio placements aimed at addressing economic, social, and security priorities. The leadership structure continues to evolve, guided by constitutional procedures and parliamentary vetting processes.

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