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Irene Githinji

Lawmakers: Mt Kenya is in government to stay

Just days after President William Ruto’s visit to the Mt Kenya region, politicians allied to him are back, splashing millions of shillings in what they describe as economic empowerment initiatives.

Lawmakers: Mt Kenya is in government to stay

Ruto lawyer steps down from IEBC contest

Ruto lawyer steps down from IEBC contest

Court declines to block auction of Moses Kuria's properties over Sh50 million loan

Court declines to block auction of Moses Kuria's properties over Sh50 million loan

State urged to regulate steel importation

State urged to regulate steel importation

Sanlam Kenya's Sh2.5 billion rights issue to open on April 25

Sanlam Kenya chairman John Simba said the Sh2.5 billion rights issue will enable the company to recapitalise its balance sheet by settling a loan facility from Stanbic Bank Kenya.

Sanlam Kenya's Sh2.5 billion rights issue to open on April 25

MPs summon Kebs boss over alleged loss of Sh420 million

Trade committee summoned Kebs Managing Director, Esther Ngari after she failed to appear to respond to claims of financial impropriety that could have led to loss of funds.

MPs summon Kebs boss over alleged loss of Sh420 million

New party rumours: Mudavadi says he is firmly in government

In a statement yesterday, Mudavadi, who is also the Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Cabinet Secretary, said he is in government to stay.

New party rumours: Mudavadi says he is firmly in government

I'll not be intimidated, Gachagua retorts after goons storm church

Gunshots were heard as ex-DP’s security dispersed the goons who stormed the church. He said President Ruto and Nairobi Governor Sakaja were behind the attack.

I'll not be intimidated, Gachagua retorts after goons storm church

Season for birthing, repositioning political parties here with us again

The alliances of 2022 are now forgotten, political sins forgotten or forgiven as hitherto foes embrace in new unions, birthing new coalitions and promises of a bright future in two years.

Season for birthing, repositioning political parties here with us again

Jubilee posts record Sh6b profit as gross premiums jump 34pc

Board has recommended a record dividend payout of Sh978 million, translating to Sh13.5 per ordinary share.

Jubilee posts record Sh6b profit as gross premiums jump 34pc

Ruto's shake-up continues as KICC boss Nyakera dismissed

President William Ruto has dismissed the Kenya International Convention Centre (KICC) Chairman, Irungu Nyakera, just seven months after his appointment.

Ruto's shake-up continues as KICC boss Nyakera dismissed

Ruto starts make-or-break tour of Gachagua backyard

President William Ruto’s tour of Mt Kenya region begins Tuesday, amid mixed feelings among residents and leaders.

Ruto starts make-or-break tour of Gachagua backyard

Junet pushes for IEBC panel extension as opposition cries foul

Leader of Minority in the National Assembly, Junet Mohamed has filed a notice of motion seeking to extend timelines for IEBC selection panel by 14 days.

Junet pushes for IEBC panel extension as opposition cries foul

Kenya's peace efforts crucial, says Mudavadi

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has cautioned against politicising peace and security role that Kenya is playing in the region.

Kenya's peace efforts crucial, says Mudavadi

Former FKF official faces integrity queries as IEBC panel moves to round two

Former FKF deputy president questioned over ongoing court case and integrity complaints. Panel will between today and April 24 interview candidates for IEBC members.

Former FKF official faces integrity queries as IEBC panel moves to round two

Candidates for IEBC top seat hard pressed to explain court cases charges

Former Judiciary official and former assembly clerk defend corruption allegations. Kenya Power chairperson says she would defy pressure to resign if her conscience is clear.

Candidates for IEBC top seat hard pressed to explain court cases charges

Ecobank gets Sh3.5b capital injection boost

Ecobank Kenya has strengthened its capital base with a $27 million (Sh3.5 billion) boost to support business growth in the country and the East African region.

Ecobank gets Sh3.5b capital injection boost

Amadi, Nyachae fight off corruption claims amid IEBC chairperson interviews

Amadi denied involvement in a Sh89m gold scandal, dismissing the allegations as an attempt to unsettle her.

Amadi, Nyachae fight off corruption claims amid IEBC chairperson interviews

Raila: Why I cannot work with Gachagua

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has reiterated that he will not back down on his unity deal with President William Ruto, asserting that it is aimed at improving Kenya for the better.

Raila: Why I cannot work with Gachagua

Fooling Kenyans: Ruto-Raila deal about power and survival

The broad-based government has been in place for over seven months now, with President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga claiming it is steering the country towards a transformative agenda.

Fooling Kenyans: Ruto-Raila deal about power and survival

KICD says mathematics to remain in senior school

The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development has moved to clarify that under Competency Based Curriculum, mathematics will not be totally dropped at senior school level or Grade 10.

KICD says mathematics to remain in senior school

Nyoro: I have not spoken to Ruto since October

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro declined to speak about his political future, saying time for that will come.

Nyoro: I have not spoken to Ruto since October

Ole Sapit bars Gachagua, Kalonzo from speaking at church service

The archbishop has directed that politicians not be allowed to speak inside Anglican churches during services but only be acknowledged by name and allowed to wave.

Ole Sapit bars Gachagua, Kalonzo from speaking at church service

I've no regrets if I'm sacked, says CS Muturi

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi says he is not afraid to be kicked out due to his stand on what is believed to be State-sponsored abductions of government critics.

I've no regrets if I'm sacked, says CS Muturi

Why Muturi's party wants to leave Kenya Kwanza

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has pulled yet another surprise move, seeking to divorce his Democratic Party, from the ruling Kenya Kwanza Alliance.

Why Muturi's party wants to leave Kenya Kwanza

Nyoro, his ousted team accused of skewed sharing of 'budget' kitty

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and the Budget and Appropriations Committee he chaired became subject of discussion after MPs raised questions on the budget-making process

Nyoro, his ousted team accused of skewed sharing of 'budget' kitty

Back to sunroof campaigns or development tours?

President William Ruto is a man always on the move and appears to have hit the campaign trail long before the electioneering period, which is more than two years away.

Back to sunroof campaigns or development tours?

Magnificent Duo: Why politicians love to hate Gathungu, Nyakang'o

Integrity sisters: Why politicians love to hate these public servants.AG Gathungu recently drew the ire of MPs when she exposed irregularities in the SHA system.

Magnificent Duo: Why politicians love to hate Gathungu, Nyakang'o

Ruto's Nairobi meet-the-people tour focuses on deal with Raila

The President embarked on a weeklong tour of the capital city, launching and commissioning development projects.

Ruto's Nairobi meet-the-people tour focuses on deal with Raila

Supreme heat up as political egos, confusion reign against apex court

Questions abound on what the country would look like without the Supreme court, given the heavy responsibilities that rests on it.

Supreme heat up as political egos, confusion reign against apex court

Cheruiyot: Kenya Kwanza and ODM talks based on mutual issues

Kenya Kwanza has defended its dalliance with the Raila Odinga party, claiming talks between the two sides are not just about sharing positions.

Cheruiyot: Kenya Kwanza and ODM talks based on mutual issues

Ruto's doublespeak on harambees

More often than not, Ruto has found himself on the receiving end over some of his directives, sometimes finding himself at the center of ridicule from Kenyans.

Ruto's doublespeak on harambees

Fundraisers back with a bang as Ruto pledges Sh100m to church

Last July the President banned State officers from participating in public fundraisers.He also ordered the AG to prepare and submit legislation to this effect.

Fundraisers back with a bang as Ruto pledges Sh100m to church

CS Kagwe: Biosafety Authority and Kephis cannot be merged

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary, Mutahi Kagwe has now said that the National Bio-Safety Authority cannot be merged with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (Kephis) as initially proposed.

CS Kagwe: Biosafety Authority and Kephis cannot be merged

Familiar script as opposition leaders vow to unite against Ruto

Karua says Ruto must not only be stopped but should also give way to the rule of law. Gachagua said leaders have a task to liberate the country through unity.

Familiar script as opposition leaders vow to unite against Ruto

Karua's Narc Kenya rebrands to People's Liberation Party of Kenya

As People’s Liberation Party of Kenya (PLP), formerly Narc Kenya, was unveiled yesterday, the forming coalition leaders insisted on selflessness and common purpose of uniting the country.

Karua's Narc Kenya rebrands to People's Liberation Party of Kenya

What next for Raila after alliance with Ruto

The last few months have seen good working relations between Ruto and Raila, with critics arguing that the President has given the country to the opposition.

What next for Raila after alliance with Ruto

Political parties rush to re-organise as the 2027 poll cycle nears

Political parties are not leaving anything to chance as they rush to put their houses in order, which includes membership registration, in readiness for the 2027 elections.

Political parties rush to re-organise as the 2027 poll cycle nears

Outpouring of goodwill messages for ailing Pope Francis

Majority of Catholic churches in Kenya, Vatican and beyond took a moment Sunday to pray for Pope Francis, who has been ailing for several days now.

Outpouring of goodwill messages for ailing Pope Francis

Leaders split over Raila, opposition role

The National Dialogue Committee (Nadco) report is making a comeback in the country’s political landscape, sparking widespread controversy and speculation.

Leaders split over Raila, opposition role

Making of IEBC amid pressure to deliver credible 2027 elections

Delay to put in place commissioners has delayed boundary delimitation. There are also concerns over preparations for the 2027 elections.

Making of IEBC amid pressure to deliver credible 2027 elections

Speculation after Raila AUC loss on whether he'll join Ruto or lead ODM

Raila Odinga made a quiet comeback from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia yesterday morning, marking an end to a grueling journey in his quest to represent Kenya AUC Chairperson.

Speculation after Raila AUC loss on whether he'll join Ruto or lead ODM

Win or lose AUC contest, the Raila factor will shape 2027 elections

Raila Odinga’s absence in local political discourse would lead to major alignments even as questions emerge on whether his influence would remain.

By 2 months ago

Win or lose AUC contest, the Raila factor will shape 2027 elections

AUC chair Faki tells what awaits election winner

Outgoing AUC chairman, Moussa Faki Mahamat cautions about the difficulty of AU financing, saying it weighs heavily on its effectiveness and independence in decision making.

By 2 months ago

AUC chair Faki tells what awaits election winner

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