William Ruto has swapped the podium for poultry, spending time with workers at his Manzini Kuku Ranch in Sugoi.
The Head of State was spotted among thousands of egg trays ready for market, smiling and chatting with employees as the farm buzzed with activity. His visit, captured in photos and videos circulating online, highlighted the scale of his poultry enterprise.
Ruto’s poultry business is no small venture. He has previously stated that he earns over one million shillings daily from chicken farming, particularly through egg production.
The Sugoi ranch is complemented by another branch in Nakuru County along the Pipeline–Mzee Wanyama road, forming a growing supply network serving local markets.
Workers at the farm said the president moved across different sections inspecting operations, from feeding areas to packaging units. His interaction with staff appeared hands-on, suggesting he plays an active role in the business.
Observers note that Ruto’s involvement in large-scale poultry farming reflects an effort to position himself as a self-made entrepreneur, while also promoting agribusiness as a key driver of wealth creation and employment.
The timing of such engagements is also seen as politically significant, reinforcing his connection to grassroots economic activities ahead of the 2027 elections.
Sources indicate that the president is exploring ways to expand distribution channels, improve hatchery systems, and ensure a steady supply of eggs across Central Kenya and beyond.
Images from the visit have since gone viral, showing Ruto working closely with employees and highlighting both the size of the enterprise and his rapport with workers.
Analysts say this hands-on approach helps humanize his leadership style, presenting him as a leader who engages directly with everyday economic activities.
His agricultural ventures are increasingly becoming part of his political identity, with the poultry business in Sugoi and Nakuru expected to feature prominently in future political discussions.
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