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Kenyans Support Maraga's 2027 Presidential Bid with Half a Million in 48 Hours

Kenyans rapidly contribute to Maraga's presidential campaign, raising half a million in just two days.

Kenyans fund Maraga's 2027 presidential bid with half a million in 48 hours

Kenyans fund Maraga's 2027 presidential bid with half a million in 48 hours

Former Chief Justice David Maraga says Kenyans have given more than Sh 500,000 within two days to fuel his 2027 presidential bid, a move he says shows a growing public hunger for change.

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about 12 hours ago
Kenyans rush to fund Maraga's 2027 presidential bid with half a million in 48 hours

Kenyans rush to fund Maraga's 2027 presidential bid with half a million in 48 hours

Former Chief Justice David Maraga says Kenyans have given more than Sh 500,000 within two days to fuel his 2027 presidential bid, a move he says shows a growing public hunger for change.

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Kenyans fund Maraga's 2027 presidential bid with half a million in 48 hours

Kenyans fund Maraga's 2027 presidential bid with half a million in 48 hours

Former Chief Justice David Maraga says Kenyans have given more than Sh 500,000 within two days to fuel his 2027 presidential bid, a move he says shows a growing public hunger for change.

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about 12 hours ago
Why Ruto-Raila will be upset with Mulembe political shift

Why Ruto-Raila will be upset with Mulembe political shift

The vitality, drive and aliveness with which both pro and anti-establishment politicians from Western Kenya have ganged up to take on President Ruto’s government is astounding.

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about 10 hours ago
Let the youths decide their future, ODM says

Let the youths decide their future, ODM says

Secretary General Edwin Sifuna insisted that dialogue is an important avenue to address the concerns by Kenyans and especially the youth. 

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about 12 hours ago
Kenyans rush to fund Maraga's 2027 presidential bid with half a million in 48 hours

Kenyans rush to fund Maraga's 2027 presidential bid with half a million in 48 hours

Former Chief Justice David Maraga says Kenyans have given more than Sh 500,000 within two days to fuel his 2027 presidential bid, a move he says shows a growing public hunger for change.

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about 12 hours ago
Not even the president can direct IEBC', Wetang'ula warns politicians

Not even the president can direct IEBC', Wetang'ula warns politicians

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula urge politicians to stop interfering with the IEBC, warning that political meddling could derail voter registration and upcoming by-elections

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1 day ago
Kalonzo condemns arrest of activist Boniface Mwangi

Kalonzo condemns arrest of activist Boniface Mwangi

According to Kalonzo, opposition lawyers are securing the immediate release of Mwangi.

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1 day ago
Wetang'ula calls for legal reforms to curb violent protests

Wetang'ula calls for legal reforms to curb violent protests

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has called for a review of Kenya’s laws governing protests, citing the recent wave of violence that has rocked the country.

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2 days ago
Mudavadi terms 2027 rigging claims by a section of KK leaders cheap politics

Mudavadi terms 2027 rigging claims by a section of KK leaders cheap politics

Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi has denounced claims by a section of Kenya Kwanza leaders that the 2027 General Election will be rigged in favour of President William Ruto.

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2 days ago
Empty rhetoric will not develop the country- Kindiki

Empty rhetoric will not develop the country- Kindiki

Kindiki called on Kenyans to reject tribalism, violence, and chaos, saying such rhetoric will not move the country forward.

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2 days ago
Kindiki, Mudavadi warn against incitement as 2027 heats up

Kindiki, Mudavadi warn against incitement as 2027 heats up

Kenyans have been urged to shun politicians inciting violence, looting, and the destruction of property.

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2 days ago
Naivasha MP Kihara arraigned, charged with alleged offensive utterances

Naivasha MP Kihara arraigned, charged with alleged offensive utterances

Naivasha Member of Parliament Jayne Kihara was on Friday arraigned before the Milimani Law Courts to face charges of offensive conduct.

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3 days ago
Kioni rejects Raila's proposal for national conclave, says it's wasteful

Kioni rejects Raila's proposal for national conclave, says it's wasteful

Jubilee Party Secretary-General Jeremiah Kioni has dismissed ODM leader Raila Odinga’s proposal for a national conclave, terming it unnecessary and politically motivated.

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4 days ago
Why Kericho youth are upset with UDA party symbol

Why Kericho youth are upset with UDA party symbol

In recent months, the UDA wheelbarrow has been brought down twice by youth expressing their frustration with President William Ruto's administration.

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5 days ago
Malala ordered to pay UDA, Mbarire Sh305,000 in legal costs

Malala ordered to pay UDA, Mbarire Sh305,000 in legal costs

High Court Deputy Registrar Lydia Mbacho orders Cleophas Malala to pay Sh150,000 in costs for suing UDA and its chairperson, Cecily Mbarire, over his removal as party Sec-Gen.

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Maraga: Bullets won't fix Kenya's broken politics

Maraga: Bullets won't fix Kenya's broken politics

Former CJ David Maraga accuses President Ruto's government of weaponising justice and ordering police to shoot unarmed youth, warning Kenya will collapse if leaders fail to act.

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6 days ago
Kiunjuri, Gachagua in war of words over Mt Kenya's soul

Kiunjuri, Gachagua in war of words over Mt Kenya's soul

Gachagua has accused Laikipia East MP Mwangi Kiunjuri and Majority Leader Kimani Ichungwa of collaborating with President William Ruto to undermine the Mt Kenya community.

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7 days ago
Malala accuses Raila of betrayal

Malala accuses Raila of betrayal

DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala has accused ODM leader Raila Odinga of abandoning the party’s constitutional duty by aligning with the government.

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6 days ago
Tony Gachoka: State has lost its moral authority

Tony Gachoka: State has lost its moral authority

Speaking on Spice FM on Tuesday, July 15, Gachoka condemned the state’s handling of demonstrations, citing escalating police brutality and the violent suppression of dissent.

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6 days ago
Malala accuses Raila of betrayal, warns of leadership void in government

Malala accuses Raila of betrayal, warns of leadership void in government

DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala has accused ODM leader Raila Odinga of abandoning the party’s constitutional duty by aligning with the government.

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6 days ago
CS Ruku urges newly appointed IEBC chair to hit the ground running

CS Ruku urges newly appointed IEBC chair to hit the ground running

Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has called on the newly reconstituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to expedite upcoming by-elections.

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7 days ago
Matiang'i denies role in Miguna deportation, extrajudicial killings

Matiang'i denies role in Miguna deportation, extrajudicial killings

Matiang'is says Kenya’s systemic challenges should not be framed in tribal term.

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7 days ago
Karua: I am not going for anything less than the presidency

Karua: I am not going for anything less than the presidency

People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has declared her intent to run for the presidency in the next general elections, stating she will not deputise any candidate.

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8 days ago
MP Zaheer Jhanda blasts ODM leaders for 'double standards'

MP Zaheer Jhanda blasts ODM leaders for 'double standards'

“If they’re uncomfortable in the broad-based government, then muhame mbio," Zaheer stated.

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8 days ago
Gachagua: No dialogue with Ruto, only the ballot will speak for Kenyans

Gachagua: No dialogue with Ruto, only the ballot will speak for Kenyans

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has ruled out any possibility of dialogue with President William Ruto, insisting that the only meaningful engagement Kenyans through the 2027 general election.

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8 days ago
The lies haunting William Ruto

The lies haunting William Ruto

For Ruto, reassurance has morphed into anger. Instead of keeping the promises, the president is openly angry at anyone and everyone.

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9 days ago
Lies haunting Ruto

Lies haunting Ruto

For Ruto, reassurance has morphed into anger. Instead of keeping the promises, the president is openly angry at anyone and everyone.

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9 days ago
President Ruto's fragile reign battered by protests, mistrust

President Ruto's fragile reign battered by protests, mistrust

Chants of “Ruto Must Go” and “Wantam” have dominated public events and gatherings, clearly indicating that the masses have lost hope in his leadership.

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9 days ago
Ruto's skin too thin for a politician leave alone a president

Ruto's skin too thin for a politician leave alone a president

Ruto reacts to every piece of dissent, directly or through proxies, portraying the President as somewhat thin-skinned.

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9 days ago
Kindiki to critics: There are no shortcuts to power, wait for 2027 polls

Kindiki to critics: There are no shortcuts to power, wait for 2027 polls

DP Kindiki asks government’s critics to wait for the 2027 elections to challenge the Kenya Kwanza administration, now that IEBC is fully constituted.

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10 days ago
Why William Ruto is angry with Kenyans

Why William Ruto is angry with Kenyans

President William Ruto appears increasingly frustrated by mounting public pressure to fulfil the promises he made during the campaign period.

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10 days ago