Charlene Ruto Allegedly Spotted Driving KSh 27M Bentley Bentayga, Sparking Reactions
News of Charlene Ruto, the daughter of President William Ruto, allegedly driving a KSh 27 million Bentley Bentayga has set social media ablaze, drawing admiration and criticism in equal measure. According to reports by NTV, Charlene was spotted cruising along Lang’ata Road in the luxurious 2025 Bentley Bentayga, a high-end SUV known for its opulence and performance.
A viral image of the car, featuring custom license plates reading “555,” further fueled the discussion, with many speculating about its ownership and price. According to Car and Driver, the base price for the 2025 Bentayga starts at KSh 27 million, with costs escalating depending on customizations.
The controversy intensified after radio presenter Natalie Githinji and her team took a jab at Charlene, questioning the stark contrast between her recent matatu ride and now being spotted in an ultra-luxurious vehicle. Just weeks ago, Charlene had made headlines for boarding a public minibus from Weston Hotel in Lang’ata to Nairobi’s CBD, an act she filmed and shared widely.
Critics argue that the matatu ride was a publicity stunt aimed at portraying humility, only for her to later flaunt extreme wealth, reinforcing Kenya’s deep economic divide. Some social media users pointed out that the display of wealth by the President’s daughter could be insensitive, especially in the face of economic hardships many Kenyans are experiencing.
Defenders, however, argue that Charlene, a known entrepreneur and bee farmer, could have legitimately afforded the car through her own ventures. Others note that as the daughter of a billionaire President, acquiring a high-end vehicle would not be far-fetched.
While Charlene has not publicly commented on the claims, the debate continues to rage, with many Kenyans expressing mixed reactions to the perceived lifestyle contrasts of the First Daughter.
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Charlene Ruto Allegedly Spotted Driving KSh 27M Bentley Bentayga, Sparking Reactions