High Court Upholds Ban on Retired Presidents Holding Party Leadership Positions

The High Court has upheld a legal provision barring retired presidents from holding leadership positions in political parties within six months of leaving office, in a ruling that could have significant political implications for former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Justice Lawrence Mugambi dismissed a petition filed by human rights activist Peter Agoro, who had challenged Section…

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Manyora Alleges Why the Recent Scandal Linked to Speaker Wetangula Might Affect Ruto’s Public Image

𝗕𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗯𝘂𝗿𝘂 Political analyst and commentator Herman Manyora has weighed in on the latest controversy involving National Assembly Speaker Honourable Moses Wetang’ula, arguing that the Speaker’s public remarks on Teachers Service Commission (TSC) employment letters risk significant political damage to President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 elections. In late August 2026, Wetang’ula stated…

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PS Sing’Oei Apologises to Burundians Over Attacks, Assures Them of Government Protection

By Joel Esabu NAIROBI, Kenya — Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Dr. Korir Sing’Oei has apologised to Burundian nationals living in Kenya over recent attacks and harassment linked to the government’s crackdown on undocumented foreign traders. Sing’Oei, speaking alongside Burundian Ambassador Evelyne Habonimana, acknowledged concerns raised by the Burundian community and assured them that the government…

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Burundians Rush to Leave Kenya as Foreign Trader Crackdown Sparks Fear

NAIROBI, Kenya — Burundian nationals living and working in Nairobi have been rushing to prepare travel documents amid growing uncertainty following the government’s crackdown on foreigners engaged in small-scale businesses. Long queues have been reported at the Embassy of Burundi in Nairobi, where nationals seeking to return home have been seeking travel documentation and assistance.…

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Is the president`s order to Evict Foreign small scale traders a Good Idea?

  By Imani Media President William Ruto’s directive targeting foreign nationals operating small-scale businesses in Kenya has ignited a heated national debate over jobs, competition, immigration and the rights of foreign investors. The directive, announced on September 2 during a meeting with Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) at State House in Nairobi, calls for…

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Matiang’i Accuses Ruto Government of Using Violence to Suppress Political Opposition

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has accused President William Ruto’s administration of turning political violence into a tool for maintaining power, following a weekend marked by clashes and attacks during political activities in different parts of the country. Speaking after the incidents, Matiang’i claimed that the violence witnessed in several areas appeared coordinated and…

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DCI Rejects Gachagua’s State Capture Claims, Defends Criminal Investigations

By Joel Esabu Published: August 12, 2026 NAIROBI, Kenya — The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has rejected allegations by Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua that the government has captured key state institutions and interfered with criminal investigations. In a statement issued on Tuesday, hours after Gachagua addressed the media, the…

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