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First Lady of the Republic of Kenya · Born 20 November 1969

H.E. Mrs. Rachel Ruto
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H.E. Mrs. Rachel Ruto

Mrs. Ruto is a former educator driven by an unyielding passion for uplifting women and children, and is a distinguished thought leader in environment and climate action, financial inclusion, and women's empowerment.

First Lady of the Republic of Kenya · Born 20 November 1969

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Biography

Mrs. Rachel Ruto is a former educator and a distinguished thought leader in environment and climate action, financial inclusion, and women's empowerment. She serves as a member of the Steering Committee of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD).

Key initiatives

  • The Voice of the Children Initiative — advancing three pillars for Kenya's children: Provision, Protection and Participation.
  • School Meals Coalition — championing children's nutrition and health.
  • Clean cooking initiatives — promoting sustainable energy and women's economic empowerment.
  • Mama Doing Good — an organisation she founded to advance community welfare.
  • Joyful Women Organization (JOYWO) — pioneering economic empowerment through table banking for rural women.

Education

  • Secondary education at Butere Girls Secondary School.
  • Bachelor of Education, Kenyatta University.
  • Master of Arts in Development Studies, Catholic University of Eastern Africa.

Awards & recognition

  • Elder of the Order of the Golden Heart (EGH).
  • Honorary Fellowship, Binary University.
  • 2023 KISS Humanitarian Award.
  • AU/WEF Champion designation (2021).