President William Ruto has introduced a personal element to the decor of State House Nairobi by displaying an old photograph of himself within the historic premises.
This addition follows a comprehensive renovation of State House and several State Lodges overseen by Ruto's administration, which addressed structural issues such as leaking roofs and faulty facilities.
Renovations and Interior Changes
- The refurbishment included replacing worn furniture, such as swapping previous armchairs for wing chairs in guest areas.
- Ruto updated his office desk to one adorned with the Kenyan Coat of Arms.
- The interior decoration now features a crème colour scheme intended to foster openness and comfort.
Symbolism and Public Response
The mounted childhood photo serves as a symbolic reminder of Ruto's modest origins and personal journey to the presidency, adding a humanising touch to the formal setting.
Kenyans reacted with mixed views on social media. Some praised the nostalgic gesture as inspiring, while others questioned the changes or suggested adding more personal family photos to the decor.
