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Kindiki hits back at critics, questions why men are discussing another man’s voice
Kithure Kindiki warned Rigathi Gachagua against political attacks, saying he will expose opposition leaders wh…
Ruto's govt steps up effort to complete roads in Mt Kenya
From rural roads connecting farming communities to major highways linking towns, residents say the ongoing wor…
You're out of order, Wavinya warns Speaker as budget crisis deepens
The budget implementation crisis in Machakos County has taken a new twist after Governor Wavinya Ndeti came o…
The deadlines political parties face ahead of 2027 polls
The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has issued a communique setting out a timeline for political …
Face the residents, leaders tell Sakaja after moving to podcast
The latest move by Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja to launch a podcast so as to speak to the electorates in Na…
Ndindi Nyoro's People's Party nets 50 aspirants in a day, 28 from Homa Bay
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro's People's Party welcomed around 50 political aspirants from various counties, marking …
The Mt Kenya question: Why MP Kariuki says Ruto is not out yet
Ndia MP George Kariuki says President William Ruto still stands a chance of winning back Mt Kenya ahead of 202…
Independent Mt Kenya voices surfing the sea amid wantam wave
As the 2027 election clock ticks and a new political wave threatens to sweep Mount Kenya about four bold men a…
Agnes Kagure predicts Sakaja's defeat, says Nairobi's 'reign of incompetence' is ending
Agnes Kagure predicts the end of Governor Sakaja's leadership, labelling it incompetent. Nairobians express ho…
Governor Sakaja Johnson launches 'Nairobi, let's talk' podcast to engage city residents
Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson launches "Nairobi, Let's Talk", a podcast for direct engagement with residents…
How Kenya risks a repeat of the 2007 post-election violence
The 2007 post election violence left over 1000 people dead and hundreds of others homeless following the viol…
Two tribes account for a third of workforce in 51 state agencies
The Senate has established that atleast 1404 out of the 1924 employees at the Office of the Director of Public…
Ndindi Nyoro boldly declares he can beat Ruto in 2027: "Hands down"
Ndindi Nyoro says he is prepared to become president in 2027, outlining his education plans and calling for op…
The next presidential election will be won by a mile
The next presidential election will be won by a mile. Nothing like a closely fought election. Nothing like it …
Mt Kenya coffee farmers laud Ruto for improving payments, reducing fertiliser costs
The government has continued to expand its fertiliser subsidy programme. President Ruto announced in August th…
Seth Steve Okute sets his sights on Karachuonyo MP seat, pledging comprehensive development plans
Seth Steve Okute aims for the Karachuonyo parliamentary seat in 2027, pledging to tackle water shortages, poor…
Western leaders push Nyanza alliance to boost Ruto's 2027 vote
Western Kenya leaders are pushing for a political alliance with Nyanza to consolidate Luhya and Luo votes behi…
George Koimburi likely to be re‑elected Juja MP if elections were held today, new poll shows
Mizani Africa's Juja Constituency survey showed that MP George Koimburi leads at 32.3%, followed by Aloise Kin…
The IEBC purge raises 2027 poll fears after major senior staff shake up
The recent purge by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has elicited mixed reactions
Police-linked murder: At least three Kenyans killed per day by law enforcers
Nearly three Kenyans died every day from police brutality during the first four years of President William Rut…
Half-baked police: Instructors ill-prepared for role of training police recruits
Police recruits are not adequately trained to equip them with relevant skills needed for managing crime as wel…
Kenyan newspapers review: Cracks widen in Linda Mwananchi as Orengo vows to take on Sifuna
Divisions emerge in the Linda Mwananchi team as Orengo asserts his presidential bid, while Oburu Oginga addres…
Maraga taskforce on police transport
Kenyas police transport system has been identified as a critical weakness in the delivery of security services…
Wamuchomba gives Ruto 3 days to act or lose support over allies' hate speech remarks
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has asked President William Ruto to take action against his allies, making in…
MPs halt construction of multi-million youth empowerment centres
MPs have directed for the halting of the construction of youth empowerment centers across the country followin…
5,000 AP officers to keep peace in 2027 elections
Approximately 5,000 Administration Police officers will be deployed to join other officers to keep peace durin…
Opposition intensifies coalition talks
Kenyas opposition leaders have intensified coalition talks, with eight principals meeting to strengthen unity …
Korogocho MCA Absalom Matach warns youth against being used as goons: "Reject"
Matach said he understands some of the reasons that can push people into crime, but warned that the consequenc…
PS Mang'eni, Ababu political rift deepens as youth disrupt UDA drive in Budalangi
Cooperatives PS Susan Mangenis efforts to strengthen UDA grassroots structures in Budalangi, Busia County, suf…
Why Ruto should reconsider his 2027 re-election bid
Political analyst Barrack Muluka has challenged President William Ruto to reconsider seeking re-election, citi…
ODM leader Oburu Oginga admitted to hospital, family planning for specialised treatment overseas
Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga, 83, is hospitalised with strict visit restrictions. Family considers UK treatment …
James Orengo reaffirms 2027 presidential bid on Linda Mwananchi ticket, confident of defeating Ruto
James Orengo declares his bid for Linda Mwananchi's presidential ticket, defending his rivalry with Edwin Sifu…
Kenyan newspapers review: Another Mt Kenya UDA MP threatens to quit party
Kenyan newspapers on Tuesday, Sep 1, highlighted growing political tensions within the ruling UDA Party, with …
CS Ruku: I will split Mt Kenya to secure development
I will divide the mountain because I want to get my people's development. I will leave the West, which has alr…
Ichung'wa urges Mt Kenya to rally behind Ruto-Kindiki ticket for 2027
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wa has endorsed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as President …
Gathoni Wamuchomba threatens to dump William Ruto, gives him 3-day ultimatum
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba demands the arrest of Joseph Wainaina and Aden Duale over hate speech, threat…
Sifuna dealt another blow as Kivutha Kibwana's party moves to change name to The Mwananchi Party
Kivutha Kibwana's Muungano Party has sought to rename itself The Mwananchi Party, introducing a new contender …
Sonko urges youth to elect visionary leaders
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has urged the young people across the country to vote wisely in the forthco…
Gladys Wanga slams leaders engaged in politics of insults ahead of 2027: “Hatutaki matusi"
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga criticises divisive politics at a Baringo meeting, asserting ODM's support for …
Makadara MP aspirant Geoffrey Wauna hosts football tournament to empower youths
Makadara MP aspirant Geoffrey Wauna hosted a football tournament, distributing KSh 500,000 in cash prizes whil…