Cybercriminals hacked the official website of Kenyan President William Ruto on Saturday, July 18, 2026, replacing the homepage with a ransom demand.The attackers embedded a live cryptocurrency wallet address, demanding five Bitcoins (worth approximately KSh 41 million) by 6pm that day.They threatened to release sensitive government information if the payment wasn't made.The site was initially blank, suggesting authorities might have taken it offline during remediation.The government hasn't confirmed if any data was accessed or if they plan to comply with the ransom.This incident highlights growing cyber threats against political figures and state institutions.The attackers referenced prior contact with the administration, indicating possible insider knowledge.While the exact identity of the hackers remains unknown, the breach underscores vulnerabilities in digital security for high-profile targets.Authorities are likely investigating the breach, though no official statements have been made regarding the incident's resolution.