This archive report was first published on 11 July 2020.
On July 11, 2020, Laikipia Woman Rep Cate Waruguru made headlines when she went on her knees to rally youths behind President Uhuru Kenyatta and ODM leader Raila Odinga in Laikipia county.
Waruguru, a former ally of Deputy President William Ruto, addressed hundreds of youths at Majengo area in Laikipia county, leaving them awestruck with her passionate speech.
She urged Mt Kenya dwellers to strongly rally behind Uhuru and Raila to ensure the region remains in government after the 2022 elections.
Waruguru also warned Ruto against his continued show of disrespect to the president, noting that the DP had no option but to support the handshake if he was serious about ascending to power.
During an empowerment meeting where she donated water tanks to youth and women groups, Waruguru spoke passionately about the importance of supporting the president and Raila, who command big support in the country.
She posed on her knees, asking the youths for assurance that they would welcome Uhuru and Raila when they visit the region, and even offered to buy fish for Raila if he were to visit Majengo.
Waruguru's speech was filled with humorous verbal assaults and jibes directed at her former master, Ruto, whom she described as unfit leaders.
