A rare photo of President William Ruto’s adopted daughter, Nadia Cherono Ruto, has emerged following the colourful traditional wedding ceremony of her sister, Charlene Ruto.
Nadia, who generally keeps a low profile compared with some of her siblings, was spotted during Charlene’s koito ceremony held in Kilgoris, Narok County, on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
The event brought together members of the Ruto family, close friends and prominent guests as Charlene celebrated an important milestone with her fiancé, Isaya Yunge.
Nadia’s appearance attracted attention because she is rarely seen in the public eye. Her brother, George Ruto, shared a photo of her on X on August 9, giving Kenyans a glimpse of the relatively private member of the First Family.
Her appearance came shortly after photos and videos of Charlene’s sisters serving as bridesmaids at the ceremony circulated widely online. Four of Ruto’s daughters were seen dressed in coordinated emerald-green outfits as they supported Charlene during her special day.
The emergence of Nadia’s photo consequently sparked curiosity among Kenyans, with some social media users commenting on the resemblance between her and her siblings.
Unlike Charlene, June, Stephanie and George, Nadia has largely stayed away from the limelight.
Nadia is William and Rachel Ruto’s adopted daughter. Reports indicate that President Ruto adopted her in 2015 after learning about her difficult early-life circumstances. Ruto previously spoke about being moved by the story of a child who had been abandoned as a newborn and was under the care of a children’s home.
The president reportedly named her Cherono after his late mother and welcomed her into the family.
Over the years, Nadia has occasionally appeared alongside her parents and siblings at family and public events, although she has maintained a considerably lower profile.
Charlene’s koito ceremony became one of the most talked-about social events of the weekend, attracting attention because of the family’s high-profile status.
President Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto were among those who attended the colourful celebration, which featured traditional performances, elegant fashion and prominent guests.
The presence of members of the Ruto family also gave Kenyans an opportunity to see the president’s children together, with Nadia’s rare appearance becoming one of the notable talking points from the celebrations.
For many observers, the photo offered a rare glimpse into the private side of the First Family as they came together to celebrate Charlene’s new chapter.