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Political betrayal that ties of faith, prayers couldn't conquer
The echoes of political betrayal resound once more as Rigathi Gachagua finds himself ousted as Deputy President barely two years into office.
By 20 days ago
Political betrayal that ties of faith, prayers couldn't conquer
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Rebirth of Pentagon? Inside Ruto's push to form new alliances
President Ruto’s recent rapprochement with Raila saw the president bring to his fold the opposition leader’s key allies from Coast, Nyanza, and Western Kenya regions.
By 25 days ago
Rebirth of Pentagon? Inside Ruto's push to form new alliances
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Dramatic rise, spectacular fall of Gachagua
Analysts say the DP’s decision to focus on Mt Kenya alone alienated him from the country. The tendency to disregard even leaders from the region, they say, did not help matters.
By 1 month ago
Dramatic rise, spectacular fall of Gachagua
Gachagua was thrown under the bus after failing to read the writing on the wall
Gachagua’s persistent attacks on Ruto’s administration had forced the President to seek new political allies to steer the country and deliver on his agenda.
By 1 month ago
Gachagua was thrown under the bus after failing to read the writing on the wall
What next for DP Gachagua if Senate, court saves him
Political observers believe that even if DP Rigathi Gachagua survives, he will have hard time fitting in President William Ruto’s government.
By 1 month ago
What next for DP Gachagua if Senate, court saves him
End of an era as Baron Delamere takes bow
The death of Hugh George Cholmondeley, the 5th Baron Delamere, marks a significant turning point for a prominent British settler family, that played a pivotal role in shaping Kenya
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End of an era as Baron Delamere takes bow
Has William Ruto lost the mountain?
DP Rigathi Gachagua has assembled a battery of 20 top lawyers led by Senior Counsel Paul Muite to defend him at the impeachment hearing in Parliament.
By 1 month ago
Has William Ruto lost the mountain?
Controller of Budget: South Rift counties opaque with accounts
Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o has faulted the eight South Rift counties for failing to adhere to the law in their financial transactions.
By 1 month ago
Controller of Budget: South Rift counties opaque with accounts
Pundits: Ruto's chance to smash Gachagua a poisoned chalice
Pundits argue that  Ruto has nothing to lose by having Gachagua impeached early enough, as retaining him for the next three years is unsustainable.
By 1 month ago
Pundits: Ruto's chance to smash Gachagua a poisoned chalice
Nakuru land owners brace for legal battle as county plans to increase rates
Over 210 Nakuru residents have sued the county over plans to develop a valuation roll. Previous attempts to increase property rates have faced backlash and legal disputes.
By 1 month ago
Nakuru land owners brace for legal battle as county plans to increase rates
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Possible beneficiaries in Gachagua woes
Should the senate censure DP Rigathi Gachagua, the National Assembly will have ease moving an impeachment motion against him.
By 1 month ago
Possible beneficiaries in Gachagua woes
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Ruto's options in looming break down of ties with Gachagua
On several occasions, Ruto and Gachagua have swiped at each other while unleashing allies in a well-choreographed proxy war.
By 2 months ago
Ruto's options in looming break down of ties with Gachagua
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The Mt Kenya riddle that Ruto must solve to stay safe in 2027
Opinion is divided on the political consequences of President Ruto replacing Gachagua in 2027 polls. Some observers say such a decision will cost Ruto many Mt Kenya votes.
By 2 months ago
The Mt Kenya riddle that Ruto must solve to stay safe in 2027
Counties, the epicentre of Ruto's project launches
President Ruto’s numerous visits to launch and relaunch projects raise eyebrows as political observers question the motive of the tours amid austerity measures.
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Counties, the epicentre of Ruto's project launches
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Susan Wangu: Nurse who suffered State torture
The widow of former Internal Security Assistant Minister Mirugi Kariuki is dead, bringing to an end the life of a woman who suffered at the hands of State operatives.
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Susan Wangu: Nurse who suffered State torture
Can Kalonzo fill Raila's big shoes?
Some political observers argue that the stars have aligned in favour of Kalonzo. But some say the former Vice President lacks the charisma and stamina for the role.
By 2 months ago
Can Kalonzo fill Raila's big shoes?
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Living the enigma moniker? Raila's undisputed dominance
Despite losing in five presidential elections, Raila has kept reinventing himself with his actions depicting a man who continues to confound friends and foes.
By 2 months ago
Living the enigma moniker? Raila's undisputed dominance
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Uhuru's influence looms large post-presidency
ODM leader Raila Odinga’s remarks that Uhuru prompted him to reach out a political deal with President Ruto has stirred up a hornet’s nest.
By 3 months ago
Uhuru's influence looms large post-presidency
Raila criticised for invoking Uhuru's name in deal with Ruto
A section of politicians has termed Raila’s claims as a convenience to cover his political mischief and stem the tidal wave of political backlash from his action.
By 3 months ago
Raila criticised for invoking Uhuru's name in deal with Ruto
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Gachagua's future uncertain as leaders accuse DP of betrayal
Doubts still abound over Gachagua’s ability to marshal the Mt Kenya leadership to his defense even after Ruto stepped in to end the dark cloud of planned impeachment that hovered over him
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Gachagua's future uncertain as leaders accuse DP of betrayal
Nakuru's Lions Garden stalls project could affect green space
The Lions Garden in Nakuru City’s Central Business District is once again in the eye of a storm, 40 years after former president Daniel Arap Moi rescued it from grabbers.
By 3 months ago
Nakuru's Lions Garden stalls project could affect green space
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Gachagua running out of options
Ruto consummated a political marriage with Raila's ODM party proving the notion that the country’s politics was a high-stakes game driven by interests, intrigues and manipulations.
By 3 months ago
Gachagua running out of options
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Did Ruto waste good crisis by firing then rehiring foot soldiers?
Kenyans expected President Ruto to seize the moment and create a new Cabinet but when he named part of his new team on Friday, many were disappointed.
By 4 months ago
Did Ruto waste good crisis by firing then rehiring foot soldiers?
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Why seven Cabinet members were replaced
Some were widely regarded across the country as embodying unprofessionalism. Others were extravagant and insensitive to the suffering of people.
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Why seven Cabinet members were replaced
Ruto threatens to withdraw Kenya from EACJ over Mau forest caveat
Kenya will withdraw from the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) by the end of December if it does not lift the caveat on Mau Forest, President William Ruto has said.
By 4 months ago
Ruto threatens to withdraw Kenya from EACJ over Mau forest caveat
Nyakang'o censures 11 South Rift counties for missing revenue collection targets
Controller of Budget report says counties struggling to collect enough cash 11 years later, warning over manual payrolls, maintaining multiple accounts and extravagance.
By 4 months ago
Nyakang'o censures 11 South Rift counties for missing revenue collection targets
Where Ruto went wrong on Gen Z anti-tax revolt
Under 20 months since assuming office, Ruto’s stature amongst large sections of his ardent supporters has changed from “a man of the people” to “a man against the people.”
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Where Ruto went wrong on Gen Z anti-tax revolt
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Ruto's dilemma as brazen youth uprising crosses point of no return
Observers argue that Gen Z protests herald a new dawn that has the potential to redefine the country’s political landscape.
By 5 months ago
Ruto's dilemma as brazen youth uprising crosses point of no return
Traders decry the adverse effects of new tax proposals
A cross-section of citizens have voiced their concerns over what they term adverse effects of proposals contained in the Finance Bill 2024 on household budgets.
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Traders decry the adverse effects of new tax proposals
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UDA fights expose Ruto knack for combat politics
Emerging rift in UDA mirrors president's political career. As ODM deputy leader, Ruto was at the centre of the divisions that threatened to tear apart the party.
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UDA fights expose Ruto knack for combat politics
Nakuru sitting on time bomb as fissures emerge after heavy rains
Nakuru City sits on unstable soil structure resulting from volcanic activity that took place thousands of years ago.
By 6 months ago
Nakuru sitting on time bomb as fissures emerge after heavy rains
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One-man one-vote stirs up the hornets' nest in Rift Valley
Leaders say Gachagua’s support for equitable allocation of resources is insincere.
By 6 months ago
One-man one-vote stirs up the hornets' nest in Rift Valley
At least 34 bodies identified as Red Cross, NYS take lead in recovery efforts
Search teams combed gullies, waded through thick mud, wrecked buildings, and even under boulders in a devastated Mai Mahiu town and its environs yesterday.
By 6 months ago
At least 34 bodies identified as Red Cross, NYS take lead in recovery efforts
Auditor General exposes state's poor disaster preparedness despite early warning
The level of unpreparedness was exposed in October late last year when President Ruto downplayed a prediction by the Kenya Meteorological Department.
By 6 months ago
Auditor General exposes state's poor disaster preparedness despite early warning
Auditor general queries the use of Sh5.4b in eight South Rift counties
The counties flagged are Baringo, Bomet, Samburu, Kericho, Laikipia, Kajiado, Narok and Nakuru.
By 7 months ago
Auditor general queries the use of Sh5.4b in eight South Rift counties
Naivasha lives up to its billing as modern day 'Happy Valley'
Fondly referred to as Vasha, destination’s attractiveness has been boosted by return of the World Rally Championship (WRC) to Kenya.
By 7 months ago
Naivasha lives up to its billing as modern day 'Happy Valley'
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Political betrayal that ties of faith, prayers couldn't conquer
The echoes of political betrayal resound once more as Rigathi Gachagua finds himself ousted as Deputy President barely two years into office.
By 20 days ago
Political betrayal that ties of faith, prayers couldn't conquer
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Rebirth of Pentagon? Inside Ruto's push to form new alliances
President Ruto’s recent rapprochement with Raila saw the president bring to his fold the opposition leader’s key allies from Coast, Nyanza, and Western Kenya regions.
By 25 days ago
Rebirth of Pentagon? Inside Ruto's push to form new alliances
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Dramatic rise, spectacular fall of Gachagua
Analysts say the DP’s decision to focus on Mt Kenya alone alienated him from the country. The tendency to disregard even leaders from the region, they say, did not help matters.
By 1 month ago
Dramatic rise, spectacular fall of Gachagua
Gachagua was thrown under the bus after failing to read the writing on the wall
Gachagua’s persistent attacks on Ruto’s administration had forced the President to seek new political allies to steer the country and deliver on his agenda.
By 1 month ago
Gachagua was thrown under the bus after failing to read the writing on the wall
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