Tensions have emerged within the Kenya Kwanza–ODM political alliance over who should become President William Ruto’s running mate if he seeks a second term in the 2027 General Election. During a private meeting in Naivasha on Monday, ODM leaders reportedly pushed for the Deputy President position as part of a proposed power-sharing arrangement. Kisii Governor…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged Kenyans dissatisfied with President William Ruto’s administration to stay away from the planned June 25 demonstrations and instead channel their frustrations through the ballot in the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a public address, Gachagua acknowledged the growing public discontent over the government’s performance but cautioned against taking…
Rais William Ruto amekubali kuwa mageuzi yake yasiyopendwa, ikiwa ni pamoja na Mamlaka ya Afya ya Jamii (SHA), ujenzi wa nyumba za bei nafuu, na mfumo mpya wa ufadhili wa vyuo vikuu, yamechangia viwango vyake vya sasa vya chini vya kuidhinishwa. Akizungumza wakati wa mkutano wa pamoja wa kikundi cha bunge cha ODM-Kenya Kwanza siku…
Kinara wa DCP Righathi Gachagwa sasa anamtaka Rais wa Marekani Donald Trump kufanya uteuzi wa balozi ambaye hana mapendeleo kwa utawala wa Rais Ruto. Gachagua akiwa katika mahojiano jijini Kansas,Amerika,anasema kuwa Rais Trump atasaidia pakubwa katika ukombozi wa taifa la Kenya iwapo atateua balozi ambaye hana mapendeleo. Kulingana na Gachagua Rais Trump anastahili kumtuma balozi…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has formally announced its full backing of the Kenya Kwanza administration, vowing to collaborate with President William Ruto to advance the government’s broad-based development agenda. In a resolution passed on Tuesday by the party’s Central Committee, chaired by ODM leader Raila Odinga, the party reaffirmed its dedication to promoting national…
Summary: Violent protests in Kenya resulted in the Parliament building being breached and set on fire by demonstrators opposing the Finance Bill. The Finance Bill, proposing new taxes amidst economic hardships, faced significant public backlash. President Ruto’s support of the bill, aimed at addressing public debt, has intensified public discontent and accusations of neglecting domestic…
Busia senator Okiya Omtata has objected to a proposed relocation of Busia Stadium to the Busia Agricultural Training Centre grounds. Through a letter dated October 16, Omtatah faults the county’s chief officer for Youth, Sports and Gender, Saviour Panyako for not inviting public participation on the matter as accorded by the constitution. Omtatah says Panyako’s…
Political analyst Herman Manyora says that the National Dialogue talks are going nowhere because the fate of the talks was sealed the moment the Senate adopted the motion to embed the talks in law. He said the issues that resulted from the bipartisan talks were extra-legal, and that is what needs to be addressed, insisting…
Ndindi Nyoro says the first order of business when bipartisan talks resume this week should be to terminate them. According to the Kiharu MP, the ongoing discussions between the Kenya Kwanza administration and the Azimio Opposition, are a futile use of time. Nyoro says Kenyans already voted last year to select their preferred leaders, so…
East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) member Kanini Kega said he was not happy with the exclusion of the Jubilee Party from the peace talks. The outspoken lawmaker demanded that the former ruling party be included, or he moved to court. However, Kenyans chided the EALA lawmaker, reminding him that he was part of the Kenya…