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Gachagua Intensifies Criticism of Ruto Administration
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has delivered a scathing critique of President William Ruto's administration, asserting that the Kenya Kwanza government has failed to deliver on its 2022 campaign promises over the past four years. A fact-check of Gachagua's claims reveals several inaccuracies in statements about NSSF remittances, fuel price increases, procurement tenders, national debt, and the release of an investigation report. Meanwhile, Ruto's allies have fiercely rebutted recent claims made by Gachagua regarding corruption and security within the Kenya Kwanza administration. In a separate allegation, Gachagua claimed that two officers linked to the Mutiso murder case are hiding in Uganda.
Kindiki Coronated as Mt Kenya East Spokesman
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was coronated as the Mt Kenya East spokesman by Njuri Ncheke elders on August 7, 2026, a move sparking debate about his 2027 election strategy. Meanwhile, President William Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet has declared his intention to vie for the Turbo parliamentary seat in the upcoming 2027 elections. Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara has criticized President Ruto's Vision 2060, labeling it a mere distraction from the current administration's failures. Additionally, Kenya's long-term development blueprint Vision 2030 has been significantly weakened by political shifts and financial mismanagement under former President Uhuru Kenyatta and current President William Ruto.
ODM Demands Deputy President Slot, 3% State Posts
Tensions rose at a Kenya Kwanza government retreat in Naivasha as the Orange Democratic Movement demanded the Deputy President slot and a 3% share of state posts. Internal discussions within Kenya's broad-based government have been dominated by ODM's demands, creating friction within the ruling coalition. The retreat sparked speculation about what was really discussed behind closed doors regarding power-sharing arrangements.
