Kilifi North MP Owen Baya has withdrawn his controversial Crops (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which aimed to strip Muguka of its legal recognition in Kenya. The decision follows a closed-door meeting with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and leaders from Embu County, one of the main Muguka-producing regions. The withdrawal not only raises questions about political pressure […]
A fresh legal battle has erupted over Kenya’s Deputy Presidency, with 32 petitioners filing court applications seeking to remove current Deputy President Kithure Kindiki from office and potentially reinstate his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua. The petitioners have launched a two-pronged legal strategy that could plunge the country into a constitutional crisis. First, they are seeking the […]
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua turned his anger on president William Ruto following an attack at the launch of his political party in Nairobi. At least three people were injured on Thursday May 16 when suspected goons tried to invade an event to launch the new Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) in Westlands area. […]
A political advocacy group in Kisii Sunday warned a party affiliated to presidential hopeful Dr Fred Matiangi, the United Progressive Alliance, against embracing dubious characters now flocking in from rival parties ahead of the presidential poll in 2027. Group officials Judy Kemunto, Edna Moraa and Ensari Mache described some of those decamping into UPA were […]
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i on Friday May 9 continued with what he termed as consultations and held a meeting with a section of Maasai leaders from Narok County. His handlers said the move is part of his growing grassroots mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2027 presidential elections. The meeting, hosted by prominent Maa […]
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta’s younger brother Muhoho Kenyatta called on the youth to stand up and challenge the status quo in the country by taking over leadership positions. He said that the youth have for too long played second fiddle. The businessman also slammed the current system of governance, which he says has for years […]
Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo is in the eye of a storm of alleged deteriorating services in the troubled devolved unit. Governorship hopeful 2027 James Kemoni spoke of worsening state of public services across the region since Nyaribo came to power. “Healthcare facilities are quickly crumbling, the roads, even those within the County capitol, Nyamira town, […]
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangi Friday officially confirmed his intention to vie for president, bringing to rest the anxiety that has gripping the nation for months. He said he was ready to heed to the voice of the majority Kenyans wanting him to president and steer the country in the right political direction. “I […]
Former Deputy President launches scathing attack on regional legislators, accusing them of blind loyalty while community faces marginalization Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a blistering attack on Members of Parliament from the Mount Kenya region, branding them as “foolish” for their unconditional support of President William Ruto despite what he claims is systematic […]
ODM leader strikes conciliatory tone while demanding justice for families affected by 2023-2024 demonstrations HOMA BAY – Opposition leader Raila Odinga delivered a measured yet firm message to President William Ruto during Madaraka Day celebrations, calling for compensation to victims of anti-government protests while warning against the revival of colonial-era provincial administration. Speaking at the […]
Condemns arrest of activist Rose Njeri as betrayal of democratic values NAIROBI – Former Chief Justice David Maraga delivered a scathing critique of the Kenyan government on Sunday, declaring that the nation’s youth have “nothing to celebrate this Madaraka Day” following the controversial arrest of software developer and activist Rose Njeri. In a strongly-worded statement […]
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula took a firm stance against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of perpetuating divisive, ethnic-based politics for personal political gain. Speaking during a fundraising event at Machongo PAG Secondary School in Bomachoge Chache constituency, Wetang’ula criticized Gachagua for allegedly running a campaign strategy that he said seeks to fragment […]
