Why Charlene Ruto has been trending

• Charlene isn't afraid to mingle and be seen in public, unlike previous first daughters.

Charlene Ruto
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If you follow Kenyan news online, you're likely aware that President William Ruto's daughter, Charleen, has been trending on X for most of the day.

But what's the reason behind this buzz? Charleen has been in Mombasa, where she celebrated International Youth Day and participated in the viral 'Anguka Nayo' dance challenge.

What really caught people's attention amid her litany of events at the coast was her launch of a new radio station called SwahiliPot, alongside the National Youth Council’s CEO, Margaret Kiongora.

The big question on everyone's mind was: why was she launching this station and for what purpose?

Check out some of those comments below:

Henrycruz Who cares

Mai_na🦩 Good work

Mbu wa heshima Naona ameanza kutanga pia yeye

TJ Gani hiyo tuiboycott

Mr.Q Who does it belong to?

Kingpinmadebeats Did she have to?

Samwel Wekesa That's great

Moscowℤ 🇷🇺 Huyu mama na kiherehere

YuleMpmrasta Sasa tupige makofi na mat$ko ama?

Portmore Radios are good in spreading propaganda, hope they don't want to use the medium for them to rule us forever.

Henrycruz This for her father to spread propaganda

The mom of one has become a polarizing figure among Kenyans online, with many unable to separate her from her father’s political influence.

The reactions online have been mixed, with some praising her work, while others dismiss it as mere propaganda.

This often leads to intense cyberbullying, with some attacking her over her looks. Critics argue that her public appearances suggest she’s positioning herself for a future in politics, rather than acting out of altruism.

On the other hand, supporters commend her for being actively involved with the public, contrasting her with previous first daughters who maintained a low profile.

The debate continues: is the criticism she faces justified?

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