Behind some of the most striking images of President William Ruto is the lens of Susan Nyamasege, a young Kenyan photographer whose work within the Presidential Media Team has increasingly captured public attention.

Nyamasege is part of the team tasked with documenting the President’s official engagements, from high-level diplomatic meetings and national events to public rallies, international trips and more relaxed moments away from the formalities of State House.

Her photography goes beyond recording events. She has developed a style that focuses on expressions, human interactions and spontaneous moments, giving Kenyans a glimpse into the personality and human side of presidential leadership.

From Nyamira to State House

Nyamasege hails from Nyamotenenio village in Kitutu Masaba, Nyamira County, where her journey has taken her from a local background to the demanding world of presidential photography.

Her rise in the profession has also placed her among a growing generation of young Kenyan creatives making their mark in the media and communications industry.

Working in presidential photography requires precision, discipline and the ability to anticipate moments before they happen. Nyamasege has earned recognition for her ability to remain alert to the small details that can transform an ordinary assignment into a memorable visual story.

Capturing the human side of Ruto

Whether covering President Ruto during international engagements, meetings with world leaders, public functions or sporting events, Nyamasege's camera frequently turns attention to moments that could easily be missed.

A smile, handshake, reaction, interaction with members of the public or an unexpected exchange can become a powerful image in her hands.

Her photographs have subsequently generated interest on social media, with Kenyans sharing and reacting to some of the images captured during the President's engagements.

Her work has earned her the informal tag “Queen of Lenses,” reflecting the growing visibility of her photography and her role in documenting the activities of one of Kenya’s most prominent political figures.

A young woman making her mark

Nyamasege's journey also highlights the changing face of Kenya's photography industry, where young women are increasingly taking up prominent roles in fields that were traditionally dominated by men.

Through her camera, she is not only documenting President Ruto's official engagements but also creating a visual record of a significant period in Kenya's political history.

As her profile continues to grow, Nyamasege is emerging as one of the young photographers to watch, with her images offering a different perspective of presidential life—one frame at a time.