Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused President William Ruto’s administration of a crackdown on journalists and media houses, claiming it threatens press freedom ahead of the 2027 General Election. At a press conference, he noted a pattern of intimidation against journalists, bloggers, and independent media in Kenya, which he linked to similar trends in other East African countries, particularly regarding coverage of corruption and abuse of power.

The Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya, Rev. Jackson Ole Sapit, has called on Kenyans to embrace peace and unity and reject divisive politics ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during centenary celebrations at St. Luke's Cathedral in Kitale, he said Trans Nzoia's diverse communities had demonstrated that people from different backgrounds can coexist harmoniously, according to the Kenya News Agency.

President William Ruto has publicly accused former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi of leading a campaign of 'extortionist propaganda' through The Standard Media Group and KTN. Ruto expressed his frustrations in a social media post, highlighting what he described as repeated negative headlines targeting him. This accusation marks a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between the two political figures.

Religious and community leaders in Mombasa have voiced concerns over increasing political intolerance in the country, urging for restraint as the 2027 elections approach. They called on political leaders to conduct their campaigns with civility and to avoid divisive rhetoric that could incite conflict among residents and communities, promoting a message of harmonious and peaceful coexistence.

The Kenya Times reports that tensions have arisen between President William Ruto and Gideon Moi over a Ksh1.2 billion issue. In a statement dated June 24, 2026, The Standard Group PLC responded to Ruto's remarks on X, rejecting his criticism of the media and denying any intentions of blackmail. The media company accused the President of publicly attacking them.

According to Tuko, Kenyan Senator Aaron Cheruiyot defended President William Ruto’s remarks about foreigners engaged in small businesses, calling for restraint as the comments drew controversy. The dispute centers on documentation requirements for foreign traders and broader questions of coexistence with local communities. Cheruiyot’s intervention sought to cool tensions while backing the president’s position, but the blurb provides no further detail on the exact wording of Ruto’s remarks or any policy changes.