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Inside the return of militias, political violence

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

By 15 days ago

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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. 

By 17 days ago

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 17 days ago

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Wantam: Gachagua becomes the nerve centre of political messaging

A man with the gift of gab, Gachagua has become one of the most colourful politicians. He has been using his oratory prowess to deliver viral slogans to criticise President Ruto.

By 20 days ago

Ruto reorganises government, fate of Public Seal remains unclear

President William Ruto has reorganised his government by invalidating the Executive Order No. 2 of 2023 with another one, which is silent about who should hold the Public Seal

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How budget cuts will hit Kenyans where it hurts most

Budget gives President's office higher allocation as Health and Education get reduction. Those who depend on public institutions for medical services and education are bound to suffer more.

By 22 days ago

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Raila allies renew threats to desert Ruto

These incidents have fuelled a crisis of confidence, with ODM leaders emphasising that their 10-point agreement with UDA did not include tolerance for extrajudicial killings.

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Ruto, Murkomen remain mum as autopsy shows Ojwang' killed

President William Ruto, who recently issued a qualified apology over abductions and extrajudicial killings—has remained silent over Albert Ojwang's death in a police cell.

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Country in grip of election fever two years to polls

Since the impeachment of Gachagua, the President has concentrated on Nyanza. Opposition politicians are popularising the One-term slogan.

By 26 days ago

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Premature campaigns: Ruto now finds himself in Uhuru's position

Uhuru had asked his then deputy to stop early campaigns and help him deliver on Jubilee’s campaign pledges.

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Wetangula now faulted for his 'skewed reading' of judgments

The Speaker is said to have ignored High Court decision that declared Azimio La Umoja coalition as the Majority party in the National Assembly.

By 28 days ago

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UDA wrangles: Infighting, power rifts and defections shake the ruling party

Part chairperson accuses senior officials of plotting to undermine her authority, as political analysts say UDA turmoil signals Ruto may form new party soon.

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Poll: Kenyans worse off since Ruto took over

New survey shows most Kenyans are poorer since Kenya Kwanza government came into power.any also feel the country is heading in the wrong direction, TIFA poll shows.

By 1 month ago

Ruto red carded: Poll shows Kenyans poorer in KK gov't

New survey shows most Kenyans are poorer since Kenya Kwanza government came into power.

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Gospel artist Ngaruiya Junior slams Gachagua over 'tribal politics'

This follows Gachagua’s recent public dismissal of Ngaruiya as a "Class Two dropout"—a statement that appears to have triggered the gospel artist’s sharp rebuke.

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Senate Speaker Kingi on the spot for being "Ruto's fixer"

Critics are questioning Kingi’s latest move in which he swiftly ratified the ouster of embattled nominated senator Gloria Orwoba and declared a vacancy in her position.

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Kindiki turns to musicians in a battle for Mt Kenya region soul

Kindiki has turned to artists from Mt Kenya region to help him penetrate the soul of what so far has proved to be an immovable mountain in his bid to woo its people.

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What the public Seal is and why it is not a symbol to toy around with

The Public Seal is a formal symbol affixed to important documents to signify their authenticity and official status.

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Your ticket will give Ruto easy time, Kioni tells Gachagua

A section of opposition leaders wants former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to shelve his presidential ambitions in 2027.

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Sacked directors point finger at State House

A Sh50 billion project funded by the World Bank is at the heart of fierce boardroom battle that has seen three directors kicked out and a chief executive officer fighting for survival.

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Why Gachagua party is Ruto's new headache in Mt Kenya region

The former deputy president resigned from the ruling UDA party three days before unveiling his party.

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Eyes on Gachagua new party amid moves to entice Mt Kenya

Gachagua is seeking to popularise his party with a view of forming a coalition with his Opposition colleagues.

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Irony of disconnect between electorate and its leadership

The growing rift between voter expectations and political priorities.

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Ruto, Raila deal in danger as their allies point finger at each other

The working arrangement between President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga is under strain due to emerging faultiness between the two camps. 

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After Raila loses, riots erupt then deal follows

The ODM leader faces criticism for sparking protests after elections. After last year’s Gen Z demos, Raila entered a cooperation pact with Ruto.

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Kasipul MP Were joins long list of leaders killed in office

High-profile murders of several MPs and ministers have never been resolved, often, police investigations stall and real culprits are never brought to book.

By 2 months ago

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Intrigues on Gachagua's party and fate of allied MPs

Insiders say former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala, a close ally of Gachagua, will assume the role of the Interim Deputy Party leader.

By 2 months ago

How Kieni water project will beat drought

Over 100 residents of the Semi-arid Kieni area of Nyeri County have received storage tanks to help them harvest rainwater, to fight the biting hunger. 

By 2 months ago

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Unmoved by bloodshed: Ruto, top security chiefs blamed for rising extra-judicial killings

The BBC documentary showed how police and elements from the military marked out some demonstrators and shot them during the Gen Z protests of June 25 last year. 

By 2 months ago

More founding parties exit Kenya Kwanza

The Devolution Empowerment Party (DEP), also known as the Mbus party, which is affiliated with former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi, is the latest party to exit the ruling coalition.

By 2 months ago

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Power, greed and fight for billions at the heart of devolution crisis

The national government has been accused of undermining devolution by withholding resources and certain functions from county governments.

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State House rogues: Farouk Kibet and Itumbi calling shots in Ruto government

So powerful are Farouk Kibet and Dennis Itumbi that former Deputy President Rigathi believes that they run State House.

By 2 months ago

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Rigathi Gachagua's bombshell against Ruto

The former DP dismissed the President's claim that he demanded Sh10 billion from him.

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Lying President? Ruto not honest about nurturing Nyoro, ally says

A close ally of Nyoro says that his relationship with Ruto was severed in October last year after the Kiharu MP refused to append his signature in support of Gachagua’s impeachment.

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Muturi hands over docket, claims military in charge

Muturi today hastily handed over his docket to the Prime Cabinet Secretary even before the vetting and appointment of his successor, Mbeere North MP Geoffrey Ruuku.

By 3 months ago

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Mungiki back-up: Maina Njenga's hand in Ruto's mobilisation for Mt Kenya tour

Organisers of President William Ruto's Mt Kenya tour are working to prevent critics from engaging in anti-Ruto chants, which have characterised some of his public events.

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Why President is exposed without these five men from Mt Kenya

President William Ruto is returning to the Mt Kenya region without five of his key political pillars who campaigned for him during the last General Election.

By 3 months ago

Raila's Juba trip: Can he salvage Kenya's tarnished foreign policy?

It is the second time the former Prime Minister is mediating between warring factions. Opinion divided on whether his trip to Juba will clean Kenya’s image abroad.

By 3 months ago

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Ruto reshuffle: Shifting blame or taking responsibility?

While dissolving the Cabinet, Ruto claimed most of his Cabinet would have done better, saying dissolution was reached at after listening to the people of Kenya.

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Why President Ruto is blowing hot and cold over Mt Kenya tour

Some allies have cautioned against visiting the region while agreement with Raila is still fresh. During his last tour of region in 2023, President assured there would be no handshake.

By 3 months ago