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Handout season: Ruto allies splash millions as cash politricks roar back

Lavish donations dominate rallies despite growing concerns over Kenya's economic struggles. Critics warn booming handout culture risks entrenching corruption beyond the 2027 polls.

By Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

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Ruto's costly trips clash with Gen Z austerity demand

Ruto's visits are frequent and at times involve the relaunching of projects that had been launched.

By Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

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Gangland impunity: Security agencies watch as goons storm churches, schools and funerals

Allegations of rising political goon violence in Kenya spark fears over security, protests, and alleged state-linked intimidation ahead of key political events.

By Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

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To reshuffle or not to reshuffle? Ruto's cabinet conundrum

Pressure mounts on President Ruto to reshuffle Cabinet amid economic strain, alleged cronyism and growing public dissatisfaction.

By Harold Odhiambo 2 months ago

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Political Tsunami? Opposition races to build mega coalition against Ruto in 2027

Opposition leaders are forming a united anti-Ruto coalition ahead of 2027, hoping to weaken his re-election bid.

By Harold Odhiambo 3 months ago

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Ruto's playbook that is eating Orange party from the inside

Reports suggest President Ruto is strategically weakening ODM through alliances, grassroots networks, and internal divisions as both parties engage in uncertain coalition talks ahead of 2027.

By Harold Odhiambo 3 months ago

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Experts say Ruto is driving economy to the ground over rising fuel prices

President William Ruto is walking a tightrope as the fuel crisis threatens to revive the cost-of-living pressures that nearly crippled his administration during the 2024 Gen Z demonstrations.

By Harold Odhiambo 4 months ago

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ODM's rapid decline betrayal to Raila struggles

Six months after Raila Odinga's death, ODM is facing internal divisions, alleged betrayal and political realignment threats that risk eroding his legacy.

By Harold Odhiambo 4 months ago

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Oburu faces test as party heads to explosive NDC

ODM is facing a defining week with possible implications for its future as the planned NDC looms.

By Harold Odhiambo 4 months ago

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Dawn attack on ex-PS Irungu Nyakera-linked hotel leaves more questions

The fangs of hooliganism in Kisumu reared its ugly head after goons raided a hotel belonging to former PS Irungu Nyakera, vandalizing property and stealing equipment.

By Harold Odhiambo 5 months ago

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Faces of impunity: PS Bitok, Cheluget linked to RSF passport saga

Senior government officials under whose watch members of a Sudanese militia and suspected Somali terrorists acquired Kenyan passports and identification cards are walking with their heads high.

By Harold Odhiambo 5 months ago

Kisumu County to pilot financial tracking in bid to improve food systems

Keen to bolster food security in the country, stakeholders have unveiled an ambitious financial tracking initiative to help counties monitor investments in food systems.

By Harold Odhiambo 5 months ago

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How rogue Immigration officials are selling the Kenyan ID

A network of corrupt Kenya Immigration Department officials, aided by systemic weaknesses, has reportedly facilitated the sale of Kenyan IDs and passports to Somali nationals and terrorists.

By Harold Odhiambo 5 months ago

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From warlords to shadowy figures, how rogue officials dish out passports to crooks

Details have emerged of how rogue immigration officials, allegedly acting on instructions from senior government figures, aided one of Sudan's most wanted warlords, to acquire Kenyan passports.

By Harold Odhiambo 5 months ago

Kisumu in new bid to incorporate children in budget-making, public participation

Children in Kisumu are participating in budgeting and development decisions through a new initiative that empowers them to influence policies affecting their future.

By Harold Odhiambo 5 months ago

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James Orengo: Man of all seasons in Kenya's ever shifting political winds

For more than four decades, Orengo has occupied a unique space in Kenya's political theatre, sometimes at the centre of power, often at its margins, but always unmistakably present.

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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How Odinga dynasty war is shattering ODM

Sharp divisions over succession and the political direction of ODM are threatening to split the family of the late Raila Odinga.

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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Unable to take criticism, ODM kicks out Sifuna as spokesman

Sifuna has been bold and unapologetic over his decision to oppose the endorsement by a section of leaders to support President Ruto's 2027 bid

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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Money and mystery: How Oketch Salah has burst ODM's political turf

Oketch Salah has the skills and ability that few in ODM have, and has positioned himself as a key political player that cannot be wished away just yet.

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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Battle lines drawn as Oburu takes on Sifuna over party leadership dispute

Party leader publicly criticises Secretary General over indiscipline and coalition talks with UDA as insiders now consider disciplinary action against Sifuna and perceived rebels.

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

Battle lines drawn as Oburu takes on Sifuna

ODM leader Oburu Oginga confronts SG Edwin Sifuna over his stance while defending a pre-election pact with President Ruto's UDA.

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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Zoning: Panic as ODM, UDA pact falls apart

ODM leaders hoping to secure zoning in their political arrangement UDA have been thrown into limbo as the President's fold intensifies preparations for 2027 General Election.

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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Inside Oketch Salah's fast-growing political clout

Oketch Salah rose rapidly in ODM politics, leveraging proximity to Raila Odinga, money, and influence, leaving allies impressed, critics suspicious, and questions lingering.

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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Inside ODM's billions fight to succeed Raila Odinga

Party has an estimated Sh13 billion war-chest that whoever can control it will wield power

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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Honour or bribery? Questions abound Ruto's nomination of Ida

Commentators say the appointment is being by Ruto to worm his way into ODM hearts

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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Another showdown as Winnie, Oburu set for parallel rallies in Nyanza

A showdown is looming in Nyanza today as ODM party leader Oburu Oginga and his niece Winnie Odinga host separate events in the region.

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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This man Oburu: Is he leading ODM into a freefall?

Oburu has failed to inspire supporters that he is the right fit. He stutters, struggles with crowd control and sometimes forgets the message

By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago

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Orange party draws up demands ahead of talks with Ruto's UDA

Sources within ODM intimated the party will demand the deputy presidency slot.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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Ruto allies on edge as UDA-ODM deal rocks 2027 election plans

Anxiety has gripped some of the president's allies from regions where ODM commands major support, as the possibility of a dramatic shift in the president's point men begins to hit home.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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Ruto crafts new campaign squad to break regional kingpins power

Ruto's attack dogs have gone silent. Instead, he is now unleashing some of so called advisers from State House to muddy the waters in regional politics.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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ODM big split? Sifuna, Osotsi skip key meeting called by Oburu

ODM, the mammoth political party crafted 20 years ago by the late Raila Odinga, is on the verge of a split, if what happened in Kilifi on Monday is anything to go by.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

Kisumu's volunteers lead the fight against hazardous waste

Volunteers are transforming Dunga Beach from a hazardous waste dump into a pristine lakefront

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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Betrayed in death: Inside ODM's rivalry, greed killing Raila Odinga's legacy

The flowery messages posted by ODM leaders to celebrate Raila's birthday stand in stark contrast to what is happening in his once-celebrated party, now tottering on the brink of self-destruction.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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Outside national stage, Junet is an absentee MP, constituents say

Suna East MP Junet Mohamed rose from a small shopkeeper to a three-term legislator, gaining significant influence in national politics.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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ODM infighting erupts as Raila's death fuels rifts

Battlelines have been drawn, and the chasm between opposing factions is widening as the ODM enters a new year marked by uncertainty and an imminent split.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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Why Mudavadi, Wetang'ula are facing hostility over Luhya unity

The battle for Luhya political supremacy played out during the burial of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, as Mudavadi and Wetang'ula received a hostile reception.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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Night of long knives: Inside Ruto-ODM secret power pact meeting

President Ruto hosted senior ODM party leaders at his Kilgoris home on Christmas day to seal the deal that now awaits endorsement by the National Delegates next month.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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Raila Odinga and iconic leaders' deaths leave Nyanza with deep leadership gaps

It was a dark year for Nyanza, with the loss of several prominent sons and daughters leaving a huge void in politics, public service, and other key sectors.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

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Power struggles, NDC push throw ODM party succession to the brink

Party faces internal divisions over leadership and party direction after Raila's death.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

ODM fights back attempts by fringe parties to infiltrate Nyanza

Political supremacy wrangles in Nyanza have taken a fresh twist ODM dismissed attempts by a section of politicians to market President William Ruto.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago