This archive report was first published on 24 September 2019.
On September 24, 2019, Fred Matiang'i was appointed as the Cabinet Secretary for education, marking the beginning of his rise to power.
With his no-nonsense approach, Matiang'i restored sanity to the ministry and implemented reforms that curbed exam cheating and improved efficiency in schools.
His strict leadership and inflexibility have earned him a reputation as a powerful and authoritative figure, as seen in his decision to close all night joints during the past Census event.
Despite being a key figure in the UhuRuto government, Matiang'i has managed to keep off politics and maintain a distance from Deputy President William Ruto.
He has denied any personal or professional relationship with Ruto, citing the Deputy President's involvement in scandals such as land grabbing, disappearance, and theft of public money.
At a recent burial ceremony, Matiang'i reiterated his zero relationship with Ruto, stating that he had never met or sat with the Deputy President and had no plans to do so.
