Charlene Ruto appointed Kenya blood ambassador

The Ministry of Health has appointed Charlene Ruto, the first daughter, as Kenya's Blood Ambassador for her efforts to mobilise resources that support blood donation initiatives.

In a statement on Thursday, Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Susan Nakhumicha lauded Charlene for her endeavours, highlighting that her blood donation advocacy drives have spurred Kenyans to make blood donations in large numbers.

"This letter is to appoint you as a Kenya Blood Ambassador and ask that: you continue to be a spokesperson to your friends, Kenyan youth family, peers and the Kenyan citizens to engage and encourage people to give blood to save lives," said Nakhumicha.

"From time to time (you should) collaborate with the Kenya Tissue and Transpalant Authority, or partners in blood related events including public education and resource mobilization."

Charlene subsequently took to X on Thursday to thank Nakhumicha and her ministry for recognising her.

"Thank you to the Ministry of Health and our CS Susan Nakhumicha for including me in this initiative run by @official_ktta and supported by @kenyan_by_blood. Let's donate blood!" she said.