Kevin Kiarie Ruhiu announces bid for Roysambu parliamentary seat

Kenyan freestyle skater Kevin Kiarie Ruhiu has announced his intention to run for the Roysambu parliamentary seat in the August 2027 General Election. Representing the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), Ruhiu aims to address developmental needs in business, education, infrastructure, and healthcare within the Nairobi County constituency.

His political bid follows public disputes with the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports regarding a lack of institutional support and funding for international competitions. Ruhiu has advocated for better resources for athletes, noting that he previously had to self-finance participation in events such as the Inline Freestyle World Championship in Singapore.

If elected, Ruhiu would enter a competitive race against incumbent MP Augustine Kamande Kamau of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), former MP Isaac Waihenya Ndirangu, and nominated MP Sabina Chege.