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Waiguru apologises to Mt Kenya residents over Gachagua's impeachment

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has apologised to the Mt Kenya region over the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

By Jane Mugambi 2026-05-13 07:24:00

Waiguru apologises to Mt Kenya residents over Gachagua's impeachment

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Western leaders face political hurdles in bid to mobilise support for Ruto

By Benard Lusigi 2026-05-13 07:20:00

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Oburu moves to calm branch tensions amid UDA, Linda Mwananchi pressure

ODM moves to resolve Kakamega internal rifts as leaders clash over unity, defections, and rising UDA influence.

By Benard Lusigi 2026-05-13 07:15:00

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Senate pokes holes in Dr Gikonyo's health findings on Gachagua

Senate questions Gachagua’s hospital records as court battle over his impeachment and health claims intensifies.

By Kamau Muthoni 2026-05-13 00:00:00

Senate pokes holes in Dr Gikonyo's health findings on Gachagua

Gachagua to Macron, Guterres: 'Your host Ruto is Kenya's greatest threat'

Rigathi Gachagua dismisses Africa Forward Summit as a political "sideshow," accuses President Ruto of seeking international legitimacy while ignoring crises in healthcare, education and security.

By David Njaaga 2026-05-12 14:43:18

Gachagua to Macron, Guterres: 'Your host Ruto is Kenya's greatest threat'

Premature campaigns feeding corruption networks, says Ngirici

Wangui Ngirici has criticised public officers who have joined premature campaigns saying they have led to poor services, fuelled corruption and misuse of public funds in government.

By Jane Mugambi 2026-05-12 12:28:00

Premature campaigns feeding corruption networks, says Ngirici

ODM invites applications for presidency, five other elective seats

ODM invites applications for the six elective seats, including presidency, ahead of 2027 General Election; applications to be submitted by June 30, 2026.

By Fred Kagonye 2026-05-12 11:45:22

ODM invites applications for presidency, five other elective seats

Kalonzo accuses IEBC of ignoring concerns over poll preparedness

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has said that the IEBC has not addressed concerns raised by the United Alternative Government ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2026-05-12 11:32:55

Kalonzo accuses IEBC of ignoring concerns over poll preparedness

IPOA blames politicians for rising political violence

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has now raised concern over the rising cases of violence, insecurity, and chaos in political rallies as it blames the political class.

By Irene Githinji 2026-05-12 11:17:41

IPOA blames politicians for rising political violence

All eyes on IEBC as campaigns close ahead of Emurua Dikirr by-election

Campaigns for Emurua Dikirr by-election — characterised by tension and fierce political rivalry between UDA and DCP — concluded on Tuesday, 48 hours before polls open on Thursday.

By Peter Kipkemoi 2026-05-12 10:09:14

All eyes on IEBC as campaigns close ahead of Emurua Dikirr by-election

Emurua Dikirr by-election gathers momentum as campaigns reach fever pitch

UDA and DCP candidates made final pitches on the last days of campaigns ahead of Thursday’s by-elections.

By Kiprono Kurgat 2026-05-12 10:00:49

Emurua Dikirr by-election gathers momentum as campaigns reach fever pitch

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Is Jeremiah Kioni Kenya's second most truthful politician?

Jeremiah Kioni is emerging as the second most truthful man in the ranks of the united opposition, insisting on speaking out about uncomfortable things and ruffling political feathers in the process.

By Gakuu Mathenge 2026-05-11 18:14:00

Is Jeremiah Kioni Kenya's second most truthful politician?

Gachagua, Fazul take workers' tax fight to 2027 ballot

The battle over Kenya's shrinking payslips is shaping into an early 2027 campaign issue as political leaders rally workers against heavy taxation and rising deductions.

By David Njaaga 2026-05-11 16:48:32