Senior Economic Advisor to President William Ruto, Moses Kuria, has resigned from his position in the government, marking the end of his 30-month tenure in various high-profile roles within the Kenya Kwanza administration.
Kuria made the announcement this evening via a statement posted on his verified X account, where he expressed gratitude to President Ruto for the opportunity to serve and highlighted his contributions to the administration’s economic agenda.
In his statement, Kuria revealed that he met with President Ruto, whom he described as both his boss and friend, to formally tender his resignation.
“This evening, I have met my boss and my friend, President William Ruto. The president has graciously accepted my decision to resign from government,” Kuria wrote.
He cited his desire to pursue personal interests as the reason for his departure, while expressing pride in his contributions to the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), which he helped design as part of Ruto’s 2022 electoral platform.
Kuria’s political journey in the Ruto administration began in 2022 when he was appointed Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade, and Industry, a role he held for 11 months. He was later reassigned to the Ministry of Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management, where he served for nine months before transitioning to his most recent role as Senior Economic Advisor in the Council of Economic Advisors, a position he held for 10 months.
“I thank President Ruto for having given me an opportunity to serve as Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry for 11 months, Public Service, Delivery and Performance Management for 9 months, and Senior Economic Advisor for the last 10 months,” Kuria stated.
He emphasized his pride in the work accomplished alongside the President, particularly in shaping and implementing BETA, which formed the cornerstone of Ruto’s 2022 campaign promises.
Kuria’s resignation has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with several X users commenting on the development.
One user, @KinyanBoy, posted, “Just In: Moses Kuria has resigned from the government,” while @KiprutoRChebii praised Kuria’s tenure, stating, “Good move Moses, that was a downgrade after downgrade, you shaped Trade and Industry like never before.”
Others, such as @IkeOjuku, speculated that Kuria’s exit could signal more resignations, likening it to an “avalanche” reminiscent of high-profile departures during former President Daniel arap Moi’s administration.
The outspoken former Gatundu South MP has been a polarizing figure in Kenyan politics, known for his candid remarks and significant influence within the Kenya Kwanza coalition. His political career has included two terms as MP for Gatundu South and roles in various parliamentary committees, such as Budget and Appropriations and Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, and Housing.
However, his tenure has also been marked by controversies, including accusations of hate speech and political feuds, particularly in the Mt. Kenya region. As Kuria steps away from government, his next moves remain unclear, though his announcement suggests a shift toward personal endeavors.
In his parting words, he expressed his continued commitment to the nation, signing off with, “Long Live Kenya.” The government has yet to issue an official statement on Kuria’s resignation or announce a replacement for his role as Senior Economic Advisor.
The development comes amid ongoing political dynamics in Kenya, with Kuria’s exit likely to fuel further speculation about the stability and direction of the Ruto administration as it navigates its economic and political agenda ahead of the 2027 General Election