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The Sifuna factor: Moment or movement?

A political storm is brewing after embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna drew a massive turnout in Kitengela, despite claims by a rival faction that his position has already been filled.

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Linda ground Vs Linda mwananch: Inside Sifuna-Oburu ODM clashes

The fractures within ODM on Sunday morphed into a battle for control of the country’s most recognisable party as the two factions led separate rallies.

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Gulf Energy to pump over Sh780b into Turkana oil project

Local petroleum exploration firm Gulf Energy is seeking to start the production of crude oil by December, even as it pledged to maintain international best practice in the process.

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Treasury says country's debt is sustainable

The National Treasury’s 2025 Debt Sustainability Analysis (DSA) has shown that Kenya’s public debt remains sustainable but with high risk of distress.

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Bill seeks to end body detention, guarantee emergency care

Public health facilities will soon be compelled to offer emergency services before demanding payment.

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Why SHA won't pay for patients treated abroad

CEO Mercy Mwangangi says Kenyans will have to foot their bills, for now. SHA putting in place fresh procurement process as it seeks to expand coverage.

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Revealed: Oscar Sudi, George Aladwa among MPs who have never spoken in Parliament

A recent analysis of the performance of members of the National Assembly shows that some have never made a speech since the 13th Parliament commenced on September 8, 2022.

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Kalonzo Musyoka: My time has come

Kalonzo says the opposition is seeking to bring order to the country, including reversing some of the unpopular laws spearheaded by the Ruto administration.

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Ida Odinga's credentials sent to departmental committees for approval

Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has referred the name and credentials of Ida Odinga to the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations to consider for approval.

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Mt Kenya politics marred by claims of police misuse, forced transfers

Claims of misuse and politically driven transfers of police officers have moved to the centre of an escalating power struggle in the Mt Kenya region.

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United Opposition rubbishes division rumors

United Opposition leaders insist they will hold together and agree on one candidate to run against President William Ruto in 2027.

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ODM divisions rekindle memories of bitter ousters of top leaders

Orange party leaders insist the differing opinions are part and parcel of democracy.

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Faithfuls choked at Nyeri church as Gachagua claims assassination attempt

Terror struck worshippers in Othaya, Nyeri County, on Sunday after people suspected to be plain-clothes police officers lobbed teargas into a church during service attended by Gachagua.

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Muturi: High Court's ruling on advisory offices matters, provides clarity

Muturi said that although the High Court has now switched the lights back on, there is concern whether the political class will listen and implement.

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NADCO team seeks to drop idle tag after meeting President

Members of NADCO on Thursday defended themselves against allegations of dragging their feet, saying they have covered a wide scope of issues to achieve the right output.

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Labour mobility is structured process, Mudavadi assures

He made the remarks during a joint press conference in Nairobi with visiting German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul.

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Lusaka: Ford-K will renegotiate its stake in Kenya Kwanza

Lusaka made the remarks as he affirmed that the party remains in Kenya Kwanza and will also support President William Ruto’s re-election next year.

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Safaricom shareholding change won't alter governance - Ndegwa

Safaricom has moved to allay fears on its structure if the partial divestiture by government is approved, saying that it will still remain a Kenyan-run company.

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Parties go into a frenzy as they prepare for elections

Political parties are scrambling to put their houses in order with 600 days remaining before the August 2027 General Election.

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Muturi questions Ruto's development priorities

Muturi criticises governance driven by optics, arguing productivity must precede grandiosity.

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Developers condemn reports that most city buildings are unsafe

They have also described the statement as alarming and could cause unnecessary panic to Kenyans.

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Kingpin: Ruto, Gachagua battle for Mt Kenya region's attention

The battle for the Mt Kenya region vote basket continues even as President William Ruto insists on the need to go beyond politicking and focus on critical programmes of empowerment.

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Former CS Muturi weighs in on senior school admissions debate

Muturi says the country does not need a new formula of admissions into senior secondary schools but rather a political ethic that forces leaders to live with the consequences of their governance.

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Phasing out 8-4-4: KCSE exams enter final stretch

The number of candidates could be higher, as more learners are expected to use the chances available to acquire secondary school certification under 8-4-4, a system that is being replaced with CBE.

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Sub-county schools outshine county rivals in KCSE

Day schools have this year turned the tables on their higher-ranked County counterparts and will now be sending more students to the universities.

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Why Natembeya is the most influential Western region leader

The poll conducted on December 29, 2025, shows that Governor Natembeya influences Luhya politics, having garnered at least half of the support from the five counties sampled.

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North Eastern MPs criticise Gachagua for Eastleigh mall claims

North Eastern MPs have accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of making statements that amount to ethnic profiling.

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Government accused of de-funding education

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro accused government of defunding the country’s education, noting that move could affect quality teaching and learning.

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Die hard traitor: Why Junet is fighting Judas Iscariot label

National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed is known for his headline-making traits and whenever he gets the mic, he always delivers, even in the most comical or absurd ways.

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Sh500m row: Junet, Sifuna clash over 2022 ODM campaign money

Minority Leader Junet Mohamed and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, have accused each other of mishandling the funds, dragging former President Uhuru Kenyatta into the controversy.

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Why Trump's moves are giving African leaders sleepless nights

Last month Trump launched strikes in Nigeria’s Northern State of Sokoto, less than two months after his usual remarks that could have easily passed for informal social media rants.

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Kabarak University awarded for research and technology

Kabarak University has been awarded as the best higher education institute of technology and research owing to its sustained focus on innovation and market-driven teaching techniques.

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Why Mudavadi wants a referendum held alongside the 2027 General Election

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has proposed that the 2027 General Election be merged with a constitutional referendum.

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Slow uptake of e-GP a concern, PBO report states

The slow uptake and uncertainties in implementing electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) have slowed down procurement cycles for key programmes.

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GDP to grow by 5.3pc this year, say Parliament think tank

Parliamentary Budget Office says the GDP growth is supported by anticipated favourable weather, recovery in key service sectors and ongoing implementation of BETA.

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Counties struggling to raise own revenue as arrears grow, says CoB

Nyakang’o said in the first quarter of FY 2025/26, counties generated Sh13.94 billion.

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Donor funds must deliver impact to citizens, says Kagwe

Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe has warned that donor-funded agriculture projects must be treated with the same strength as public debt, because they are loans that must deliver measurable.

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KJSEA does not provide aggregate scores, exams body clarifies

KNEC boss insisted the purpose of reforms was to nurture every learners’ potential

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AMWIK pushes for gender balance in political parties

The report states that the gaps also stem from how multiparty democracy is organised, packaged and implemented.

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How high-profile road deaths are shrouded in mystery

The death of politician Cyrus Jirongo in a road crash on the dawn of Saturday has begun raising questions.

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