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Ruto accused of misallocating resources after surpassing full year budget in seven months
William Ruto faces accusations of bribing voters after State House reportedly spent Sh10.4 billion in seven months, exceeding its annual Sh7 billion allocation.
By 9 days ago
Ruto accused of misallocating resources after surpassing full year budget in seven months
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Opposition headed for retreat to agree on candidate to face Ruto
The United Opposition is set to hold a key retreat tomorrow to decide their presidential flagbearer, timing, and coalition strategy.
By 15 days ago
Opposition headed for retreat to agree on candidate to face Ruto
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Mass exodus from ODM as Secretary General Sifuna is kicked out
The ODM party could soon be a shell of its former self, if the mass exit triggered by the ouster of Secretary General Edwin Sifuna boils longer.
By 17 days ago
Mass exodus from ODM as Secretary General Sifuna is kicked out
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One-term plan: Obasanjo's hand in Uhuru-Gachagua-Kalonzo coalition talks
Fresh details have emerged of how former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo is pushing for a meeting between Uhuru and former Gachagua to craft a strong Opposition.
By 27 days ago
One-term plan: Obasanjo's hand in Uhuru-Gachagua-Kalonzo coalition talks
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Inside Rigathi Gachagua's love-hate relationship with Uhuru
As efforts emerge seeking to unite Uhuru and Gachagua one would think that they have always worked at cross purposes, but that is not the case.
By 27 days ago
Inside Rigathi Gachagua's love-hate relationship with Uhuru
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Inside ODM's fever in UDA
Leaders allied to UDA are increasingly uneasy that many of them could become casualties of an impending pre-election power-sharing pact President Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga.
By 1 month ago
Inside ODM's fever in UDA
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Ruto accused of dragging feet in executing NADCO report
President Ruto has delayed the implementation of the 10-Point Agenda, intended to compile a plan on governance reforms, including recommendations from the NADCO report.
By 1 month ago
Ruto accused of dragging feet in executing NADCO report
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Why Ndindi Nyoro's Sh500 school fees plan has triggered storm in Parliament
Nyoro’s funding model for 65 day secondary schools has attracted the wrath of legislators who have claimed that he was either using monies that ought to pay teachers, or unexplained sources.
By 1 month ago
Why Ndindi Nyoro's Sh500 school fees plan has triggered storm in Parliament
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Realignment fear looms as ODM-UDA deal inches closer
Fears are growing that the UDA and ODM pre-election pact could trigger tensions — and even internal ruptures — within both political camps.
By 1 month ago
Realignment fear looms as ODM-UDA deal inches closer
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Ombudsman orders State to release 5-year capitation records
The Ministry of Education will be required to release the capitation data within 21 days, including the name of school, county, sub-county and ward, as well as the amount of capitation disbursed.
By 1 month ago
Ombudsman orders State to release 5-year capitation records
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Kick out Ruto and Sakaja in 2027, Gachagua tells city residents
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claimed that instead of putting more money in people’s pockets, President Ruto had taken away the little Kenyans had.
By 1 month ago
Kick out Ruto and Sakaja in 2027, Gachagua tells city residents
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Why Raila's shoes seem too big for Oburu Oginga
ODM party now appears to be operating on autopilot as bickering and infighting among leaders rage, raising serious questions about party leader Oburu Oginga’s ability to steady the ship.
By 1 month ago
Why Raila's shoes seem too big for Oburu Oginga
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Nyoro to Ruto: Stop politics of distraction, focus on governance
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has accused President Ruto of deploying political foot soldiers to insult former President Uhuru Kenyatta in order to divert attention from issues affecting Kenyans.
By 2 months ago
Nyoro to Ruto: Stop politics of distraction, focus on governance
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Wetang'ula, Mudavadi 'rejection' in Western gives Ruto a headache
Recent political developments, indicate that Ruto’s grip on the Luhya nation is still facing a challenge marked by unity efforts among local leaders and support for alternative political movements.
By 2 months ago
Wetang'ula, Mudavadi 'rejection' in Western gives Ruto a headache
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Ichung'wah hits back at Nyoro on corruption, privatisation claims
Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has dismissed Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro’s criticism of corruption, privatisation and heavy borrowing, accusing him of hypocrisy and double standards.
By 2 months ago
Ichung'wah hits back at Nyoro on corruption, privatisation claims
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IEBC in the eye of the storm as it conducts its first poll since set up
Management and results of mini polls will signpost the commission’s readiness, credibility. The body has worked hard to allay fears poll rigging.
By 3 months ago
IEBC in the eye of the storm as it conducts its first poll since set up
Marsabit opens 28-bed maternity wing to boost maternal, newborn care
A new health initiative seeks to improve maternal care in Marsabit by offering modern facilities, specialised equipment, and round-the-clock care for mothers and newborns.
By 3 months ago
Marsabit opens 28-bed maternity wing to boost maternal, newborn care
New hub aims to turn arid Marsabit into centre of digital skills and green enterprise
A new digital and climate innovation hub has been launched in Marsabit to equip youth with digital skills, promote green enterprise and boost peace-driven growth.
By 3 months ago
New hub aims to turn arid Marsabit into centre of digital skills and green enterprise
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Raila's indomitable will saw him cry, walk and keep fighting for justice
Raila Odinga's lawyer Paul Mwangi, has described him as a leader who, despite enduring crushing electoral losses and courtroom disappointments, always kept his gaze firmly on the next battle.
By 4 months ago
Raila's indomitable will saw him cry, walk and keep fighting for justice
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How Ruto is burning midnight oil to win over Raila supporters
The passing on of ODM leader Raila Odinga has complicated President William Ruto’s political plans as it has forced him to re-evaluate his game plan ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By 4 months ago
How Ruto is burning midnight oil to win over Raila supporters
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Baba's exit ushers in new political era, redraws landscape for parties
Raila Odinga was a uniting figure within the ODM party that has been faced with internal strife, while to President William Ruto, he was a tower of a stability in his fledgling administration.
By 4 months ago
Baba's exit ushers in new political era, redraws landscape for parties
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The valleys and mountains that defined Raila's political career
Raila’s entry into Kenyan politics started with the events of the 1982 attempted coup that led to his detention for nearly ten years. After the attempted coup, he was charged with treason.
By 4 months ago
The valleys and mountains that defined Raila's political career
Karua's declaration that Opposition will hold joint elections elicits reactions
A section of the Opposition leaders maintain that the idea would not promote party democracy.
By 4 months ago
Karua's declaration that Opposition will hold joint elections elicits reactions
Developing: Gachagua, Matiang'i share stage at Wiper NDC
United Opposition leaders arrive at Uhuru Park, Nairobi, for Wiper’s NDC, including DCP’s Gachagua, former CSs Matiang’i and Muturi, DAP-K’s Wamalwa, and PLP’s Karua.
By 4 months ago
Developing: Gachagua, Matiang'i share stage at Wiper NDC
Developing: Gachagua, Matiang'i share stage at Wiper NDC
United Opposition leaders arrive at Uhuru Park, Nairobi, for Wiper’s NDC, including DCP’s Gachagua, former CSs Matiang’i and Muturi, DAP-K’s Wamalwa, and PLP’s Karua.
By 4 months ago
Developing: Gachagua, Matiang'i share stage at Wiper NDC
Kenya's neglect of its children is a bet against the nation's future
Social Health Authority’s failure to cushion the vulnerable deepens woes of a baby born in Kenya today.
By 4 months ago
Kenya's neglect of its children is a bet against the nation's future
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From health to education: Why Ruto's government is at war with its children
Reports of the death of 136 newly born babies in Kiambu County in about two months owing to doctors strike illustrates the systemic problems afflicting the country.
By 4 months ago
From health to education: Why Ruto's government is at war with its children
Will Uhuru Kenyatta's political return break predecessors' tradition?
After leaving office, the second President led a private life where senior politicians and their successors would occasionally visit him for consulations on matters of national importance.
By 5 months ago
Will Uhuru Kenyatta's political return break predecessors' tradition?
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Ruto accused of misallocating resources after surpassing full year budget in seven months
William Ruto faces accusations of bribing voters after State House reportedly spent Sh10.4 billion in seven months, exceeding its annual Sh7 billion allocation.
By 9 days ago
Ruto accused of misallocating resources after surpassing full year budget in seven months
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Opposition headed for retreat to agree on candidate to face Ruto
The United Opposition is set to hold a key retreat tomorrow to decide their presidential flagbearer, timing, and coalition strategy.
By 15 days ago
Opposition headed for retreat to agree on candidate to face Ruto
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Mass exodus from ODM as Secretary General Sifuna is kicked out
The ODM party could soon be a shell of its former self, if the mass exit triggered by the ouster of Secretary General Edwin Sifuna boils longer.
By 17 days ago
Mass exodus from ODM as Secretary General Sifuna is kicked out
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One-term plan: Obasanjo's hand in Uhuru-Gachagua-Kalonzo coalition talks
Fresh details have emerged of how former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo is pushing for a meeting between Uhuru and former Gachagua to craft a strong Opposition.
By 27 days ago
One-term plan: Obasanjo's hand in Uhuru-Gachagua-Kalonzo coalition talks
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Inside Rigathi Gachagua's love-hate relationship with Uhuru
As efforts emerge seeking to unite Uhuru and Gachagua one would think that they have always worked at cross purposes, but that is not the case.
By 27 days ago
Inside Rigathi Gachagua's love-hate relationship with Uhuru
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Inside ODM's fever in UDA
Leaders allied to UDA are increasingly uneasy that many of them could become casualties of an impending pre-election power-sharing pact President Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga.
By 1 month ago
Inside ODM's fever in UDA
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Ruto accused of dragging feet in executing NADCO report
President Ruto has delayed the implementation of the 10-Point Agenda, intended to compile a plan on governance reforms, including recommendations from the NADCO report.
By 1 month ago
Ruto accused of dragging feet in executing NADCO report
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Why Ndindi Nyoro's Sh500 school fees plan has triggered storm in Parliament
Nyoro’s funding model for 65 day secondary schools has attracted the wrath of legislators who have claimed that he was either using monies that ought to pay teachers, or unexplained sources.
By 1 month ago
Why Ndindi Nyoro's Sh500 school fees plan has triggered storm in Parliament
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Realignment fear looms as ODM-UDA deal inches closer
Fears are growing that the UDA and ODM pre-election pact could trigger tensions — and even internal ruptures — within both political camps.
By 1 month ago
Realignment fear looms as ODM-UDA deal inches closer
Premium
Ombudsman orders State to release 5-year capitation records
The Ministry of Education will be required to release the capitation data within 21 days, including the name of school, county, sub-county and ward, as well as the amount of capitation disbursed.
By 1 month ago
Ombudsman orders State to release 5-year capitation records
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Kick out Ruto and Sakaja in 2027, Gachagua tells city residents
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claimed that instead of putting more money in people’s pockets, President Ruto had taken away the little Kenyans had.
By 1 month ago
Kick out Ruto and Sakaja in 2027, Gachagua tells city residents
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Why Raila's shoes seem too big for Oburu Oginga
ODM party now appears to be operating on autopilot as bickering and infighting among leaders rage, raising serious questions about party leader Oburu Oginga’s ability to steady the ship.
By 1 month ago
Why Raila's shoes seem too big for Oburu Oginga
Stop hoodwinking Nyanza, UGM tells government
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