First lady Rachel Ruto Cycles in Nairobi CBD and all the way to Karen @KenyanTraffic

The wife of President William Ruto, Rachel Ruto joined cyclists during a ride in Nairobi County.

Mrs. Ruto took part in the weekly event organized by Spin Kings Kenya which attracted almost 100 riders.

The organization team manager Jojo Asin mentioned that the Saturday ride was for beginners.

He also mentioned that Rachel Ruto was the special guest and it was a pleasant surprise. Mrs. Ruto completed the whole circuit that was roughly 37 KM.

The cyclists gathered at Garden Square in CBD before embarking on the ride through GPO, Waiyaki Way, Westlands Links Road, Red Hill Road, Limuru road and Northern Bypass.

The riders later branched into Kiambu Road before heading onto Thika Superhighway to Garden City and back on Murang’a road, Globe roundabout, University Way and later concluded at the starting point.

Organizers disclosed that Rachel Ruto cycled back home after completing the route adding that the route was selected to give the best experience and challenge the cyclists.

Asin, an organizer said that they had taken measures to guarantee the safety of the cyclists.

He explained that they had chase cars and marshals comprising of elite cyclists who sandwich the beginners guiding and protecting them through traffic.

Asin added that traffic police had also been very helpful in guiding traffic to give cyclists way. He however noted that they had challenges with careless drivers of both personal cars and matatus.

He stated that they were working to have laws that protect vulnerable road users on Kenyan roads.

Rachel Ruto has founded a cycling club known as Mama Cycling where she encourages everyone to take up physical activity.

She urges Kenyans to engage in cycling as it gives someone a good mood.

In one social media post he stated that cycling gives her an opportunity to see more of our beautiful country as well as stay in good shape. She state that one is always one bike ride away from a good mood.