Moses Kuria Resigns as President Ruto’s Senior Economic Advisor
Moses Kuria, an often controversial figure in Kenyan politics, officially resigned from his position as President William Ruto’s Senior Economic Advisor on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. This exit marks the end of a nearly three-year stint in various high-level roles within the Kenya Kwanza administration.
Kuria’s resignation came hours after he sparked public debate by tweeting “no elections in 2027,” a statement that quickly gained traction and raised questions about its meaning and implications. He did not immediately clarify whether this was a personal opinion, a political strategy, or reflective of the government’s thinking.
In a statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Kuria confirmed his resignation, stating that he had met with President Ruto, who “graciously accepted” his decision to step down from government. He expressed gratitude to President Ruto for the opportunity to serve in different capacities, including:
- Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry: for 11 months.
- Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Delivery and Performance Management: for 9 months.
- Senior Economic Advisor: for the last 10 months.
Kuria highlighted his pride in contributing to the implementation of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), a key platform of the Kenya Kwanza government which he claimed to have co-designed with President Ruto during the 2022 electoral campaign. He stated his intention to “pursue personal interests” moving forward, though he did not immediately specify what these interests entail. However, he has previously hinted at a possible presidential bid in 2027, emphasizing his experience in both the private sector and public service.
This high-profile resignation comes at a time of increased political tension in Kenya, marked by recent youth-led protests over governance issues and the rising cost of living. Kuria’s exit adds to the ongoing shifts within President Ruto’s inner circle as the administration approaches its third year in office. There has been no official comment yet from State House or the President’s Office regarding Kuria’s departure or his remarks on the 2027 elections.
