President William Ruto's official website was hacked on Saturday, July 18, 2026, with attackers defacing the homepage and demanding a Bitcoin ransom of KSh 41 million.The site was temporarily taken offline, displaying a 'Maintenance in Progress' page, as digital responders worked to restore it.

The Ministry of Information, Communications, and Digital Economy confirmed no sensitive data was accessed or compromised, emphasizing that government systems remain secure.The breach occurred early Saturday morning, with the homepage showing demeaning messages targeting the president.While the site is now accessible, full restoration is ongoing.The Ministry's statement highlighted precautionary measures taken to contain the attack, including forensic analysis and mitigation strategies.Users are directed to the government procurement portal for tender information, and contact details for inquiries are provided.

The incident underscores the growing threat of cyberattacks on public institutions, with authorities urging vigilance against ransom demands and unauthorized access attempts.