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LSK wants State sale of Safaricom shares delayed

LSK has proposed the deferment of the divestiture of Safaricom Limited shares until a transparent and independently verifiable and competitive sale structure is in place as per the Constitution.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 days ago

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ICPAK questions Sh34 Safaricom share price in State divestiture plan

ICPAK has raised concerns over the government's plan to sell a 15 per cent stake in Safaricom to Vodacom at Sh34 per share, questioning the valuation methodology and long-term fiscal impact.

By Julius Chepkwony, Edwin Nyarangi 7 days ago

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Mbadi: State will retain key stake in Safaricom

Treasury CS says the government will retain 20 per cent shares and two seats on the board. The sale will earn the government some Sh204 billion in gross proceeds.

By Edwin Nyarangi 8 days ago

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Energy CS pushes Parliament for support on Turkana oil project

The Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi argued that support from the legislatures will enhance investor confidence in Kenya's upstream petroleum sector.

By Edwin Nyarangi 9 days ago

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Rough ride: How State House slap exposes Junet's troubles

It appears Junet's support for the pary's cooperation with President William Ruto and his UDA party in the broad-based government is putting him at loggerheads with those opposed to it.

By David Odongo and Edwin Nyarangi 10 days ago

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How Ministries spent Sh132b in three months

Government ministries spent Sh132.65 billion on development in the first three months of the financial year 2025/26, a report by Controller of Budget shows.

By Edwin Nyarangi 13 days ago

Senate to seek public opinion on proposed surrogacy legislation

The Bill seeks to regulate surrogacy arrangements and establish an institutional framework for the licensing and oversight of assisted reproductive technology facilities.

By Edwin Nyarangi 15 days ago

Matiang'i defends Uhuru over attacks by top ODM leaders

The Jubilee Party leadership expressed concern over what it described as sustained and coordinated attacks targeting former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By Edwin Nyarangi 16 days ago

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Call a ceasefire, ODM legislators urge Oburu

A section of ODM MPs have called on their party leader, Oburu Odinga, to convene a NEC meeting to address disputes that are likely to split the opposition party.

By Edwin Nyarangi 16 days ago

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Why Sifuna's position as ODM Secretary General is at stake

Political leaders allied to ODM Party Leader Oburu Odinga are pushing to have Sifuna kicked out of the seat

By Edwin Nyarangi 17 days ago

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Why no referendum is needed before 2027 elections

The call for a referendum has elicited mixed reactions across the country, with a section of the church now rejecting the push to have the constitution amended.

By Edwin Nyarangi 24 days ago

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Questions over Jirongo's death raised during his requiem mass

Calls for thorough investigations into the mysterious death of United Democratic Party leader Cyrus Jirongo took centre stage during the requiem mass.

By Edwin Nyarangi 25 days ago

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Public debt hits Sh12.04tr as domestic borrowing grows locally

Controller of Budget (CoB) Margaret Nyakang'o said the public debt stock rose by two per cent in the three months from July 1, increasing from Sh11.80 trillion to Sh12.04 trillion.

By Edwin Nyarangi 28 days ago

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Senator Mutinda adds fire to Nairobi Woman Rep race

Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda launched her bid for Nairobi County MP in 2027 last Friday.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Spending spree: How State House splashed Sh4.5 billion on handouts

In this year's budget, State House was allocated a total of Sh8.5 billion, meaning that it has already consumed more than half in the first three months.

By Edwin Nyarangi and Ndungu Gachane 1 month ago

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How Kindiki spent Sh426m in three months

The Controller of Budget said that the Office of the Deputy President used Sh425.8 million, out of which Sh230.86 million went to salaries.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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How counties splashed Sh1.5b on travel in three months

The Controller of Budget, Margaret Nyakang'o, has revealed that 37 counties spent over Sh1.5 billion on domestic and foreign travel in the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Why Ruto is now targeting Kalonzo ahead of 2027

Ruto seems to have declared all-out war against Wiper Patriotic Front leader.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Shocking low absorption as counties use only 2 pc of funds in first quarter

Dr Nyakang'o said this represented a decline from a 3 per cent absorption rate realised in a similar period of Financial Year 2024/25.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Why national assets will be sold to fund roads, railway projects

The move aims to reduce reliance on national budget or borrowing. But critics say Kenya's biggest challenge is corruption, not shortage of funds.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Why you should be aware of Ruto's 'false promises' this Jamhuri Day

United Opposition leaders have urged Kenyans to be cautious of the claims President Ruto is expected to make on the performance of his administration over the past three years

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Youth urged to take an active in voting, seeking leadership roles

This was emphasised during the launch of a national youth manifesto dubbed 'Manifesto Yetu' at the Catholic University of East Africa.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Transfer of devolved functions to counties ready, says Ruto

County governments have over the years cried foul over the national government's continued chokehold on crucial functions

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Why Sonko's political comeback sparks curiosity

Sonko has been in the political cold after being impeached in December 2020.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Why Senators are demanding justice for gold clash victims

Senators have raised alarm over the loss of lives in Ikolomani Constituency, amid tensions over the planned relocation of locals following the discovery of gold valued at Sh687 billion

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Rival Isiolo Speakers appear before Senate as leadership crisis deepens

Political squabbles played out when two rival Isiolo County Assembly Speakers appeared before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee on Tuesday to answer audit queries.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Opposition slams Ruto over Safaricom sale without public input

Kalonzo and Gachagua have accused President William Ruto of authorising the sale of government shares in Safaricom without public participation.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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County assemblies flagged for ouster 'drama'

The acknowledgement by senators that county assemblies have abused the impeachment process against governors raises many questions about how the exercise has been conducted.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Nyaribo survives the chop as Senators call for impeachment rules

Nyamira Governor saved after Senate rules MCAs did not meet two-thirds threshold. Some Senators like Omogeni and Majority Whip wanted the matter to go to full hearing.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Impeachment script: Will Senators bury or save Nyaribo's political career?

Nyamira governor hopes to use preliminary objections to convince the Senate.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Why Ruto, Oburu are targeting MPs who backed opposition in by-elections

President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga are reportedly planning a purge of Members of Parliament who campaigned for opposition candidates in the recent by-elections.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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How independent candidates, local leaders upset big names in recent polls

Recent by-elections dealt defeats to major political figures, including Wetang'ula and Gachagua.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Why DPP is opposing plans to give EACC, NCIC prosecutorial powers

Ingonga argued that if the two agencies are given powers to prosecute, the main target will be legislators who will be hunted most.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Senate to hear Governor Nyaribo impeachment through plenary

Nyaribo is facing the charges of gross violation of the constitution and abuse of office.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Why Ruto allies, opposition are fighting for by-election prize

Kindiki and Mudavadi have threatened rivals in fierce by-election campaigns. Gachagua and Natembeya have accused the State of sponsoring violence.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Malaysia to cut tariffs on local produce, beef

President William Ruto, hosted Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the State House in Nairobi.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Former minister Munyao mourned as leader who served the country with humility

Joseph Munyao, former Mbooni MP and founding Democratic Party leader, is remembered for over 40 years of humble and dedicated public service.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Ruto's youth employment agenda mired by cheap labour export, slavery

President says NYOTA programme to uplift 820,000 young people.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Ministry, hospitals oppose Bill banning patient detention

The Ministry of Health and private hospitals have opposed the Senate's efforts to stop health facilities from detaining patients or corpses over unpaid bills.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

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Rights agency faults ODPP for withdrawing high-profile hate cases

KNCHR tells Senate committee that politicians not punished for reckless utterances. Commission warns Computer Misuse Act danger to democracy.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago