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Gachagua set to depart for US next month
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has announced plans to travel to the US next month as he prepares to expand his political mobilisation beyond Mt Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Jacob Ochiro 21 days ago
Gachagua set to depart for US next month
Oburu: We are not shaken by Ol-Kalou loss
ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga has maintained that the broad-based Government is still a formidable force to reckon with despite the Ol-Kalou by-election loss.
By Jacob Ochiro 21 days ago
Oburu: We are not shaken by Ol-Kalou loss
Petition filed to limit nominated MCAs tenure to one term
A petition has been tabled before the Senate seeking to limit the tenure of Members of County Assembly to one term.
By Jacob Ochiro 25 days ago
Petition filed to limit nominated MCAs tenure to one term
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Why Orengo, Babu Owino want to hire own 'protection'
Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino have hinted at hiring their own security to protect themselves from goons.
By Jacob Ochiro 27 days ago
Why Orengo, Babu Owino want to hire own 'protection'
Ruto's loud silence, inaction on goons
An analysis questions President Ruto’s response to rising political violence, arguing that his limited public statements and lack of visible action against alleged goons have fuelled public concern.
By Jacob Ochiro 27 days ago
Ruto's loud silence, inaction on goons
North Rift leaders endorse Kindiki to succeed Ruto in 2032
A section of North Rift Kenya Kwanza leaders have endorsed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to succeed President William Ruto in 2032.
By Jacob Ochiro 30 days ago
North Rift leaders endorse Kindiki to succeed Ruto in 2032
Mudavadi dismisses Linda Mwananchi leaders presidential ambitions
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi now claims that the Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi team don’t have what it takes to vie for the country’s top seat.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Mudavadi dismisses Linda Mwananchi leaders presidential ambitions
Hinga Slams Opposition Talk of Scrapping Affordable Housing Program as Nonsense
Principal Secretary in charge of Housing and Urban Development Charles Hinga has once again come to the defense of the Affordable Housing program
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Hinga Slams Opposition Talk of Scrapping Affordable Housing Program as Nonsense
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Why Ol-Kalou by-election is a litmus test for Gachagua, voters
Next week Thursday is poised to be a definitive day for the future of Kenya’s political landscape. The Ol-Kalou by-election is shaping to be a definitive test for the Kenyan voter and the opposition
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Why Ol-Kalou by-election is a litmus test for Gachagua, voters
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At half time, Gachagua's retreat yet to show white smoke
Yesterday marked 23 days since former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua started his 45-day retreat at his Wamunyoro residence,his home has been a beehive of activity.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
At half time, Gachagua's retreat yet to show white smoke
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From mattresses to gas cylinders and electricity: How UDA is deploying Mbeere North script in Ol-Kalou
Government has done last mile electricity connections in a number of places. Traders in Ol-Kalou have also received a major boost after the Mirangine modern market was commissioned.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
From mattresses to gas cylinders and electricity: How UDA is deploying Mbeere North script in Ol-Kalou
MoE plans to onboard TVET trainers for senior schools
The Ministry of Education plans to deploy TVET trainers to senior secondary schools to address shortages of teachers for technical subjects under the Competency-Based Education curriculum.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
MoE plans to onboard TVET trainers for senior schools
Malala backs Sifuna for opposition ticket
DCP Deputy party leader Cleophas Malala says he will only back the united opposition if Edwin Sifuna or another Luhya leader is given a top position in the 2027 ticket.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Malala backs Sifuna for opposition ticket
Muturi endorses Kalonzo for opposition flagbearer
Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has publicly endorsed Wiper Patriotic Front party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to be named opposition flagbearer ahead of next year’s presidential contest.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Muturi endorses Kalonzo for opposition flagbearer
Wetangula, Duale rally western Kenya to back Ruto's 2027 re-election bid
Wetangula and Duale have urged the Luhya community to support President Ruto’s re-election bid, saying the backing would help Western secure support for the presidency in 2032.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Wetangula, Duale rally western Kenya to back Ruto's 2027 re-election bid
Gachagua vows DCP dominance in Nairobi in 2027
Democracy for the Citizens Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua has expressed confidence in DCP party becoming a force to reckon with in Nairobi politics.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Gachagua vows DCP dominance in Nairobi in 2027
Morara Kebaso: U-turn or Damascus moment?
For a man who rose to fame by critiquing the current and former regimes, Morara Kebaso's move to join the former ruling party Jubilee, has got tongues wagging.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Morara Kebaso: U-turn or Damascus moment?
Gachagua set to depart for US next month
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has announced plans to travel to the US next month as he prepares to expand his political mobilisation beyond Mt Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Jacob Ochiro 21 days ago
Gachagua set to depart for US next month
Oburu: We are not shaken by Ol-Kalou loss
ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga has maintained that the broad-based Government is still a formidable force to reckon with despite the Ol-Kalou by-election loss.
By Jacob Ochiro 21 days ago
Oburu: We are not shaken by Ol-Kalou loss
Petition filed to limit nominated MCAs tenure to one term
A petition has been tabled before the Senate seeking to limit the tenure of Members of County Assembly to one term.
By Jacob Ochiro 25 days ago
Petition filed to limit nominated MCAs tenure to one term
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Why Orengo, Babu Owino want to hire own 'protection'
Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino have hinted at hiring their own security to protect themselves from goons.
By Jacob Ochiro 27 days ago
Why Orengo, Babu Owino want to hire own 'protection'
Ruto's loud silence, inaction on goons
An analysis questions President Ruto’s response to rising political violence, arguing that his limited public statements and lack of visible action against alleged goons have fuelled public concern.
By Jacob Ochiro 27 days ago
Ruto's loud silence, inaction on goons
North Rift leaders endorse Kindiki to succeed Ruto in 2032
A section of North Rift Kenya Kwanza leaders have endorsed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to succeed President William Ruto in 2032.
By Jacob Ochiro 30 days ago
North Rift leaders endorse Kindiki to succeed Ruto in 2032
Mudavadi dismisses Linda Mwananchi leaders presidential ambitions
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi now claims that the Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi team don’t have what it takes to vie for the country’s top seat.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Mudavadi dismisses Linda Mwananchi leaders presidential ambitions
Hinga Slams Opposition Talk of Scrapping Affordable Housing Program as Nonsense
Principal Secretary in charge of Housing and Urban Development Charles Hinga has once again come to the defense of the Affordable Housing program
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Hinga Slams Opposition Talk of Scrapping Affordable Housing Program as Nonsense
Premium
Why Ol-Kalou by-election is a litmus test for Gachagua, voters
Next week Thursday is poised to be a definitive day for the future of Kenya’s political landscape. The Ol-Kalou by-election is shaping to be a definitive test for the Kenyan voter and the opposition
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Why Ol-Kalou by-election is a litmus test for Gachagua, voters
Premium
At half time, Gachagua's retreat yet to show white smoke
Yesterday marked 23 days since former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua started his 45-day retreat at his Wamunyoro residence,his home has been a beehive of activity.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
At half time, Gachagua's retreat yet to show white smoke
Premium
From mattresses to gas cylinders and electricity: How UDA is deploying Mbeere North script in Ol-Kalou
Government has done last mile electricity connections in a number of places. Traders in Ol-Kalou have also received a major boost after the Mirangine modern market was commissioned.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
From mattresses to gas cylinders and electricity: How UDA is deploying Mbeere North script in Ol-Kalou
MoE plans to onboard TVET trainers for senior schools
The Ministry of Education plans to deploy TVET trainers to senior secondary schools to address shortages of teachers for technical subjects under the Competency-Based Education curriculum.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
MoE plans to onboard TVET trainers for senior schools
Malala backs Sifuna for opposition ticket
DCP Deputy party leader Cleophas Malala says he will only back the united opposition if Edwin Sifuna or another Luhya leader is given a top position in the 2027 ticket.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Malala backs Sifuna for opposition ticket
Muturi endorses Kalonzo for opposition flagbearer
Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has publicly endorsed Wiper Patriotic Front party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to be named opposition flagbearer ahead of next year’s presidential contest.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Muturi endorses Kalonzo for opposition flagbearer
Wetangula, Duale rally western Kenya to back Ruto's 2027 re-election bid
Wetangula and Duale have urged the Luhya community to support President Ruto’s re-election bid, saying the backing would help Western secure support for the presidency in 2032.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Wetangula, Duale rally western Kenya to back Ruto's 2027 re-election bid
Gachagua vows DCP dominance in Nairobi in 2027
Democracy for the Citizens Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua has expressed confidence in DCP party becoming a force to reckon with in Nairobi politics.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Gachagua vows DCP dominance in Nairobi in 2027
Morara Kebaso: U-turn or Damascus moment?
For a man who rose to fame by critiquing the current and former regimes, Morara Kebaso's move to join the former ruling party Jubilee, has got tongues wagging.
By Jacob Ochiro 1 month ago
Morara Kebaso: U-turn or Damascus moment?
Gachagua set to depart for US next month
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has announced plans to travel to the US next month as he prepares to expand his political mobilisation beyond Mt Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Jacob Ochiro 21 days ago
Gachagua set to depart for US next month
Oburu: We are not shaken by Ol-Kalou loss
ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga has maintained that the broad-based Government is still a formidable force to reckon with despite the Ol-Kalou by-election loss.
By Jacob Ochiro 21 days ago
Oburu: We are not shaken by Ol-Kalou loss
Petition filed to limit nominated MCAs tenure to one term
A petition has been tabled before the Senate seeking to limit the tenure of Members of County Assembly to one term.
By Jacob Ochiro 25 days ago
Petition filed to limit nominated MCAs tenure to one term
Premium
Why Orengo, Babu Owino want to hire own 'protection'
Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino have hinted at hiring their own security to protect themselves from goons.
By Jacob Ochiro 27 days ago
Why Orengo, Babu Owino want to hire own 'protection'
Ruto's loud silence, inaction on goons
An analysis questions President Ruto’s response to rising political violence, arguing that his limited public statements and lack of visible action against alleged goons have fuelled public concern.
By Jacob Ochiro 27 days ago
Ruto's loud silence, inaction on goons
North Rift leaders endorse Kindiki to succeed Ruto in 2032
A section of North Rift Kenya Kwanza leaders have endorsed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to succeed President William Ruto in 2032.
By Jacob Ochiro 30 days ago
North Rift leaders endorse Kindiki to succeed Ruto in 2032
Blow to Ruto as Gatundu South, Lamu MPs quit UDA
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