Rachel Ruto's closest and dearest also described her as a brave woman. The country's next first lady has stood firm by the side of President-elect William Ruto who has faced his share of troubles not least being his run-in with the International Criminal Court at The Hague.
Rachel's family know her to be a prayer warrior who has played a defining role in the success they enjoy 30 years after they got married.
Rachel, who has made prayer and fasting her lifestyle, takes over at State House from Margaret Kenyatta who is retiring alongside President Uhuru Kenyatta after serving two five-year terms.
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