Moses Kuria on cabinet removal: Betrayals do happen, and it’s normal
By David Nthua, August 20, 2025Immediate former Economic Advisor to President William Ruto, Moses Kuria, has lamented that some of his pre-election agreements with the Kenya Kwanza coalition have not been honoured.
Speaking on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, with a local TV station, Kuria hinted at a possible betrayal when he admitted that in politics, agreements are sometimes overlooked.
On his removal from the Cabinet, he noted that it was never explained to him why he was dropped as Trade Cabinet Secretary.
Betrayal
Kuria, who once headed the Ministry of Trade and Industrialisation, said he has since come to terms with his exit, adding that betrayals in politics are not unusual.
“Kenya is like that; some agreements are honoured, some aren’t. I cannot claim to have a postal address in heaven; I live on earth, and betrayals do happen,” he said.
The former CS further disclosed that his party, Chama Cha Kazi (CCK), no longer has any representation in President Ruto’s Cabinet.
“There is nobody from Chama Cha Kazi who is in the Cabinet, and that is the question the appointing authority can answer,” Kuria noted.
Relationship with Ruto
On his relationship with President Ruto, Kuria said he has never spoken directly to him regarding either his appointment or his removal.
“I have never spoken to Ruto, because I didn’t speak to him before my appointment. I wasn’t informed why I was removed as the CS for Trade,” he revealed.
Despite the fallout, Kuria insisted that he holds no grudges, acknowledging that the nature of politics makes it difficult to demand accountability for every broken promise.
He also said that the best way forward for leaders who feel left out is to focus on delivering to the people rather than dwelling on personal disappointments.
Kuria’s remarks add to the growing debate within Kenya Kwanza about loyalty, broken deals, and shifting political alliances, especially as the 2027 general election approaches.