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Rogue SGs: Thin line between loose tongues and party positions

Several secretaries general of political parties have usurped the powers of their institutions and become a power unto themselves.

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Leading blindly? Uhuru accuses Ruto of 'untested experiments'

Uhuru said he had warned Kenyans, but his message fell on deaf ears and was lost in the noise of insults, character assassinations, myths and stories of hustlers versus dynasties

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Jubilee's defining moment as Uhuru leads delagates conference

The party will also welcome former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, who has reportedly joined Jubilee.

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How Matiang'i-Gachagua rift exposes deep opposition divisions

Matiang’i’s meeting with rivals raises eyebrows, leaving DCP insiders concerned about his shifting loyalties.

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Why Raila could be playing Ruto

Raila’s recent remarks that Orange Party may have a candidate in 2027 has thrown politics into a spin.

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Banisa elders' pick ignites row over negotiated democracy

Clan councils, once custodians of peace and cultural order, now stand accused of auctioning leadership to the highest bidder.

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Kioni dismisses 'wantam' slogan, says opposition losing focus

Kioni says the Opposition has forgotten to hold President William Ruto to account for his failures in the three years he has served as the President.

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Long knives drawn as parties prepare for by-elections showdown

Political parties have until today to submit the names of party primaries' contestants. Campaign fever is already high as Kenya Kwanza, ODM and Opposition plot onslaught.

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Leadership wars rock Jubilee ahead of key delegates conference

The former ruling Jubilee Party is embroiled in fresh leadership wrangles over whether to field a candidate in Mbeere North, a move that has compromised its standing within the United Opposition.

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Calls grow for faster title deed processing to boost real estate growth

The government is facing renewed pressure to speed up the issuance of title deeds, as real estate stakeholders warn that delays are slowing investment and stifling development.

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The big scramble: Ruto, Gachagua, Uhuru face off over Kiambu in fight for Mt Kenya

Following his fallout with his former deputy, Ruto is driving a divide-and-rule agenda in the politically weighty region.

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End corruption at Health Ministry or resign, Kenyans tell Duale

The CS brands his critics as cartels and brushes off media for raising concerns.

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How Ruto fought the reforms that gave him its biggest beneficiary

As Cabinet minister, Ruto was among leaders who opposed the draft during referendum.

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Marsabit unveils digital learning centres for secondary schools

The programme introduces students to digital tools such as coding, animation and problem-solving applications.

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Ruto allies whose cases were dropped

Immediately after assuming office, the DPP, an independent body, started filing applications to withdraw court cases associating Ruto’s allies with corruption charges.

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Experts deployed to boost Ruto Mt Kenya popularity

Ruto's administration has formed a caucus bringing together PSs, Chairpersons, Directors and CEOs of State Corporations to drum up support for his government.

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Thorn in the flesh: Why Gachagua has become Ruto's loudest foe

The former DP is expected to continue with his ‘wantam’ tirade against government. The upcoming by-elections will test their mettle and government is leaving nothing to chance

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McCarthy going for victory against Zambia

Benni McCarthy has urged Harambee Stars to end their group stage campaign in style when they face Zambia in their final Group A clash of CHAN 2024 today.

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Why Gachagua risks arrest upon return from the US

The former DP intends to cut short his US trip to help in campaigning for his DCP party in the upcoming by-elections.

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Ruto-Raila committee launches consultations

The committee established by President Ruto to oversee the implementation of the UDA-ODM agreement and the Nadco report will start public engagements in October this year. 

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Gachagua: Lethal home and away

Despite his impeachment and removal from the leadership of UDA Gachagua has completely refused to fade away from the political arena.

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November by-elections set stage for Ruto, Gachagua, Raila showdown

Cleophas Malala, the DCP Deputy party leader claims the battle in Malava is between Gachagua and Ruto, and hence other Opposition parties should keep off.

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Two term? William Ruto's plan to split opposition and retain power in 2027

President Ruto is accused of sowing division within the Opposition by wooing key leaders and exploiting internal party wrangles for political gain.

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Why Ruto, Kindiki are the new handout masters

Government claims it is an empowerment programme but amounts given are as little as Sh64.Critics have said the move is misplaced as Treasury is running on empty money.

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Why Nyoro is accusing Ruto of gambling country's future

Former budget committee boss says government is engaging in shadowy loans deals. He claims the commitments being made will return to bite taxpayers in a few years

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A third force forming away from Ruto and Gachagua ahead of 2027

Youthful elected leaders across the political divide, present alternative voice. They claim now is the time to liberate Kenya from ethnic politics.

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Ruto-Gachagua feud escalates, echoes past fallout with Uhuru

President William Ruto’s political fallout with his former Deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, has escalated into a personal feud,

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How politicians are using the tribal card to divide Kenyans

President Ruto last week questioned the opposition leaders' aggressive quest to oust him and their constant attacks on his administration

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Kenya's crisis is spiritual, not just political, warn clerics

Over recent weeks, Kenya has witnessed an unprecedented wave of youth-led protests against controversial government proposals, including increased taxation and public debt.

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The lies haunting William Ruto

For Ruto, reassurance has morphed into anger. Instead of keeping the promises, the president is openly angry at anyone and everyone.

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Why William Ruto is angry with Kenyans

President William Ruto appears increasingly frustrated by mounting public pressure to fulfil the promises he made during the campaign period.

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William Ruto: Father who goes missing when needed most

Ruto has instead chosen a combative tone and even ordered police not to relent hen dealing with protesters

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Gachagua claims Ruto using terror charges, militia to muzzle dissent

Former DP alleges Mt Kenya targeted with violence to force political submission. DCP leader urges President to stop housing levy, brutality, profiling and illegal detentions.

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Government of spin doctors as senior officers clash on state position

Several government officials have been acting as defenders of the administration at times contradicting the position of the government Spokesperson.

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Ruto's administration joins past regimes' efforts to muzzle media

The government, in a brazen disregard for the rule of law and issued a directive barring three major TV stations — KTN, NTV and K24 — from broadcasting the protests live

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Gachagua in unfamiliar territory as 'mobiliser of demonstrations'

Gachagua is now seen as the impediment to peace and the one responsible for all President Ruto shortcomings.

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Ruto, Gachagua clash in Meru over land, hotel

The two political rivals took veiled jabs at each other during their respective functions, each declaring their affection for Meru and justifying their investments in the region.

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Inside the return of militias, political violence

Machete-wielding goons in the city sends a warning of emerging vigilantes.

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Is Ruto being held captive by allies in government?

Pundits claim the President has delegated so much power to his close allies. They now want him to engage technocrats to build a better Kenya. 

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Political parties fund: UDA gets lion share as Ruto allies win big

President William Ruto's ruling party United Democratic Alliance (UDA), will receive the largest share of the political parties fund, amounting to KSh480 million.

By 3 months ago