Kenya’s President William Ruto attends Atlanta Dream win to watch Madina Okot play
Ruto watched Madina Okot score 2 points and grab 2 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty, AP reported.
- On Wednesday, Kenyan President William Ruto attended the Atlanta Dream's 83-65 victory over the New York Liberty in New York, sitting courtside to watch Madina Okot play.
- In New York for the United Nations General Assembly, Ruto watched the game with his wife Rachel and NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum, along with members of NBA Africa.
- Following the game, Okot, whom the Atlanta Dream drafted in April, took a selfie with Ruto and Rachel on the court while speaking Swahili with them.
- Okot called the visit 'a very good honor,' telling The Associated Press that Ruto's presence demonstrates support for sports and could open opportunities for other girls.
- The visit, which included members of NBA Africa, illustrates the strategic intersection of diplomatic travel and professional basketball engagement, positioning Ruto as a supporter of international women's sports development.
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Madina Okot had a special guest at the Atlanta Dream’s win over the New York Liberty as William Ruto, the President of Kenya, was in attendance sitting courtside.
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Thursday, September 24, 2026 - President William Ruto on Wednesday, September 23, attended the WNBA clash between New YorkLiberty and Atlanta Dream in Brooklyn to support Kenyan‑born basketball star Madina Okot. Ruto was accompanied by First Lady Rachel Ruto and senior government officials, watching the game from the sidelines. Videos shared online later showed the president and Mama Rachel sharing a light moment with Okot, hugging and laughing …
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