Ruto, Gachagua away on official duties, who is running the country?
While the President is scheduled to attend the 78th UN General Assembly from September 19 after meeting tech giants in the US, his Deputy Gachagua is expected to attend the G77 Summit in Colombia from September 14 to 16.
Back home this means that there is a leadership vacuum in the absence of the President and his Deputy.
Since President Ruto took the oath of office, there has been no scenario in which the President and his deputy have been out of the country at the same time.
In situations where the President has been on foreign trips, Gachagua has been in charge.
But this time it’s different, both are out of the country on official duty.
“The constitution is interesting it says in the absence of the President the Deputy President shall act as President it does not say that the Speaker of the National Assembly acts as the President. That a very interesting Lacuna because God Forbid of the President were to pass on or the deputy then the expectation of the constitution would be that there is a line of succession. The line of succession is not a line of absenture,” Political Analyst Mark Bichachi says.
In 2014 Fourth President Uhuru Kenyatta handed over power to his then Deputy William Ruto by appending his signature to a decree. He surrendered the power to attend court at the Hague.
The transfer of power was dramatic with the president arriving at parliament to a guard of honour and the National Anthem and leaving his office at Harambee House without the usual ceremony of a Presidential escort.
In 2017 during the Launch of the Standard Gauge Railway from Nairobi to Mombasa then Speaker of the National Assembly Justin Muturi was reportedly restricted by security agencies from leaving.
The Parliament precincts until the Train which had the 4th President Uhuru Kenyatta and the then Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on board arrived in Nairobi.
Constitutionally the Speaker of the National Assembly is third in the pecking order.
The absence of the President and his Deputy raises questions on crucial security decisions and more so in the event of a crisis.
“You’ve got to ask yourself whether he is getting the briefs he usually gets I would imagine given the technology we have he is getting but there is the security aspect of both of them being outside the country and whether the President can make legal decisions or command the army if we are attacked,” Bichachi says.
Until the President or his Deputy Return to the country the Centre of Power in the country is not elaborated in law with no official transfer of power to the Speaker of the National Assembly.
Shows
See AllAM Live
AM Live is NTV's morning current affairs show that sets the agenda for the day with insightful panels every weekday.
Business Redefined
Business Redefined is Kenya’s premier thought leadership platform for unpacking matters regarding economic and finance policy as well demystifying complex developments in the region’s capital markets.
Comedies
A collection of our premium content. Diam curabitur vehicula A collection of our premium content. Diam curabitur vehicula
Entertainment
A collection of our premium content. Diam curabitur vehicula A collection of our premium content. Diam curabitur vehicula
Full Episodes
A collection of our premium content. Diam curabitur vehicula A collection of our premium content. Diam curabitur vehicula
Gumzo La Sato
Gumzo La Sato is a live social issues show that aims to create awareness about issues affecting the larger society. The discussions range from Parenting, Marital bliss and struggles, Oppression, violence, and all matters of the Heart.
Health Diary
Health Diary is a weekly show that highlights different types of diseases/conditions and seeks ways to prevent, treat/manage them. The show debunks this through real life stories and also feature specialists in different fields, to offer medical advice on the same.
Letter To My Younger Self
Letter To My Younger Self is a podcast where guests get to write a letter to their younger self, from which Maxine formulates questions to ask them during the hour-long show.
Nation Reports
Nation Reports is a weekly podcast offers an opportunity for listeners to interact with various reporters and journey with them as they unravel the biggest most emotive stories.
One Health Lens Podcast
Discussing health matters and human stories from Kenya and across Africa. We talk big picture from people to policy, ecosystems, and everything in between. Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onehealthlens
Paradise Lost
Paradise Lost peeks through the story of Louis Otieno, the times, and everything in between.
Speaking of GEN Z
Speaking of Gen Z brings you entertaining but meaningful conversations about a generation that is trying to navigate through adulthood. Join hosts Michelle, Jackie and Esther as they unravel all things Gen Z.
Sport On
Sport-On is a 30-minute sports magazine show on NTV and 3 hours on NATION FM. The show seeks to give the sports “fanatics” and “funatics” comprehensive and in-depth coverage of sports both locally and internationally.
Tech-over
The extent of technological growth is beyond mere acknowledgment; it has seamlessly integrated into our daily existence. A few years ago, the notion of paying electricity bills through mobile money or recharging with 'tokens' in Kenya seemed inconceivable. Online product sales were considered distant, and artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping various facets of our lives. Amidst these technological leaps, those with a solid understanding of tech can navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and build a sustainable livelihood. Tech over Show aims to be the platform facilitating discussions among thought leaders, innovators, tech companies, and the government, addressing challenges and opportunities in Kenya's thriving tech industry.
Thamani
Thamani is a business show which is dedicated to emerging issues regarding micro, small and medium size businesses.
The Politalk podcast
This is The Politalk podcast. Here we look into the ins and outs of everything Kenyan politics. We pull no punches and have no reason to sugarcoat anything that matters to Kenyans.
The Trend
A two-hour-long live show that airs on Fridays. The show focuses on what is current in the entertainment industry, controversial and popular across all media platforms targeting those aged between 25 and 35 years.
The trend podcast
The trend podcast highlights and captures the best of banter from #TTTT segment that airs every Friday on NTV. It's the TTTT EXTRA
The Wicked Edition
The Wicked Edition with Dr. King’ori seeks to address serious issues through humour and relatable wit. It is a two-part half hour show filmed in front of a live audience
Trending
A collection of our premium content. Diam curabitur vehicula A collection of our premium content. Diam curabitur vehicula
Twende
Twende is a travel show that highlights beautiful, unique, diverse locations, people, and cultures. The show offers fresh perspectives on familiar locations and memorable experiences in new ones.
Unscripted
This Saturday evening lifestyle show lets viewers share their stories and life experiences as openly & honestly for the purpose of shifting the culture of silence.
VIP Access
VIP ACCESS is Anyiko Owoko’s YouTube and podcast show on Music and Culture dedicated to promoting Africa’s most promising talent and creatives. This podcast grants you VIP access into timeless interviews while providing a platform for rising as well as established artists across the continent. Since launching in 2018, Anyiko has interviewed over 70 African music stars.
WADR
This weekly news show aims to have all sides of debate but not be constrained by it, listen to main voices in the contest but not allow them to hold the viewers hostage, entertain debate but allow push back with all due respect.
When death do us part
In this podcast, three widowers openly speak about the process of grief, how they found themselves exposed to the emotional turmoil of losing their wives, and how society still does not know how to deal with them.
Your World
Your World is a health, wellness and variety show. It provides a platform for audiences and experts to share their experiences on how to improve or manage health issues, across Kenya and the Africa region.