Jubilee Party Executive Director Dann Mwangi has publicly challenged President William Ruto’s repeated criticism of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, asserting that Ruto has no valid reason to blame Uhuru for Kenya’s current economic challenges. Mwangi made the remarks during an interview with a local station on Monday, September 21, 2026. The discussion came as Ruto has continued to accuse Uhuru of mismanaging the economy during his tenure, a claim Mwangi dismissed as unfounded.
The tension between the two leaders highlights growing political divisions within Kenya’s ruling party. Mwangi emphasized that the current economic difficulties are the result of broader systemic issues, not solely the actions of past leaders. He urged Ruto to focus on implementing reforms rather than attributing blame. The debate reflects the ongoing struggle to address Kenya’s economic instability, with political rivals using historical grievances to challenge each other’s leadership.
The controversy underscores the challenges of political accountability in Kenya, where leaders often point to past administrations for current problems. As the country grapples with economic uncertainty, the dispute between Ruto and Uhuru continues to shape public discourse and political strategy.
