Manyora Alleges How William Ruto's USA Trip Is Going to Benefit Him Politically (VIDEO)

As President William Ruto returns from a high-profile four-day visit to Washington, D.C., political analyst Herman Manyora has sparked debate by alleging that the trip is a calculated move to bolster Ruto's image ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Speaking on a recent panel discussion on Citizen TV, Manyora claimed the engagements with U.S. President Donald Trump and other officials were less about immediate diplomatic gains and more about securing international endorsements that could translate into domestic political capital.

"Ruto is playing the long game here," Manyora said. "By aligning Kenya closely with the Trump administration especially on sensitive issues like regional peace and health security he's positioning himself as a global statesman.

This isn't just about deals; it's about creating a narrative of success that can sway voters tired of economic hardships at home. 

The optics of shaking hands with Trump at the White House? That's pure 2027 campaign gold."

The trip, which took place from December 3 to 6, 2025, at the invitation of President Trump, marked a significant reset in U.S.-Kenya relations following the transition to the new American administration.

Ruto joined leaders from the Great Lakes region, including Rwanda's President Paul Kagame and the Democratic Republic of Congo's President Félix Tshisekedi, to witness the signing of the "Washington Accord" at the U.S. Institute of Peace.

The agreement aims to end the decades-long conflict in eastern DRC, a move Ruto hailed as a "watershed moment for African stability."

In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) upon his return, Ruto expressed gratitude to Trump for the "exceptional hospitality and renewed commitment to strategic cooperation."

He described the visit as a "defining milestone" in the bilateral partnership, emphasizing its potential to drive economic growth and security for Kenya.