A major cyber attack has exposed sensitive personal and business information of some of Kenya’s most prominent figures, including President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
The attack targeted the Business Registration Services (BRS), a key government body that holds data on registered companies, their owners, directors, and shareholders.
The breach has left private information, such as personal IDs, phone numbers, and addresses, now in the hands of the public, causing concern nationwide.
According to an exclusive report by Firstpost, an American-based media outlet, the attack has also revealed the deep business connections of the First Family.
William Ruto delivers a keynote speech during a past event. Photo: Tuko Source: Instagram
First Lady Rachel Ruto has been linked to multiple businesses across different sectors, with reports suggesting her son is involved in several companies as well.
Her daughter, meanwhile, is identified as the owner of one of Kenya’s most luxurious Airbnb properties.
While some of these connections were previously known, the leaked data has given the public a closer look at the extent of their business dealings.
The data has also revealed details about former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s business ventures, including his foundation and a company called Uhuru Kenyatta Security and Cleaning Services, which operates in South Africa.
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta during a past media presser. Photo: State House Source: Facebook
His brother is listed as holding significant roles in more than 50 companies across various industries.
The data breach doesn’t stop with Kenyan figures it also highlights foreign ownership in local businesses. For example, the Nairobi Expressway is reportedly owned by a company based in the UAE.
This has raised concerns about the level of foreign influence in key national projects.
The leak, which involved a large amount of sensitive information, has left many in Kenya worried about the safety of their own private data.
President William Ruto during a past media incident. Photo: Tuko Source: Facebook
At this point, it is still unclear who is behind the cyber attack, though reports suggest that the stolen data is being sold on the dark web.
Some are even speculating that the breach might have been an inside job. The Kenyan government has ruled out ransomware, where hackers typically demand payment in exchange for stolen data.
This massive leak has brought attention to Kenya’s cybersecurity laws, and many are calling for stronger protections. In fact, Kenya has been dealing with an increasing number of cyber attacks, with over 860 million incidents recorded last year alone.
