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October 3, 2026
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Karua Recalls ‘Baba’s’ Advice on Political Alliances

Karua Recalls ‘Baba’s’ Advice on Political Alliances

"Baba was my number-one supporter, and on the day he passed away, he left me with some advice. He told me that in politics, we should be careful because not everyone who makes you laugh is a friend," she said..

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Martha Karua, PLP leader, shared advice she claims to have received from her late father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua, regarding navigating political alliances and warned male politicians not to underestimate women in the political arena.

  • Karua recalled her father's advice: "in politics, we should be careful because not everyone who makes you laugh is a friend."
  • The advice was directed at opposition political actors in the lead-up to the 2027 General Election.
  • Karua emphasized that women are active participants in Kenya's political contest, not just confined to the "kitchen."

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