05/06/2026
Meet Nadia Cherono Ruto
Born in Machakos, Nadia’s life began with tragedy... she was abandoned by her mother just a day after birth.
Her life was saved by the loving care of the Catholic sisters at Madre Ippolita Children’s Home in Machakos County.
In 2015, her path crossed with William Ruto, who was then Deputy President, at a fundraiser. Deeply moved by her story, he didn’t hesitate to adopt her.
Ruto named her Cherono after his mother, Mama Sarah Cherono Cheruiyot.
Nadia became very close to Ruto even before he rose to power as Head of State and would accompany her father to functions, always holding his hand.
The most recent presidential event they attended together was in 2024, when she accompanied President Ruto on a three-day state visit to Ghana, just days after joining him at the WRC Safari Rally in Naivasha.
Nadia is now all grown, walking through life alongside her father, the President of Kenya.
