African MPs push for Commonwealth Parliamentary Association's international status
African countries are now pushing for the recognition of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association as an International Inter-Parliamentary Organisation.
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Kindiki's uphill battle of uniting Mt Kenya
In the Mount Kenya region, ordinary citizens and politicians alike hope Kindiki will prevent further divisions following Gachagua’s ouster.
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Millie Odhiambo: 'Bad girl's' lessons in politics, shock of being assigned many boyfriends
There was a time when a super-rich male colleague tried to hit on me by telling me that I needed to have a socio-political financier in order to survive in politics.
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In 'service for Kenya, not our villages', Ruto's new narrative
President William Ruto said all leaders should work for the unity of Kenyans, reiterating his pledge that the government would lift those at the bottom.
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Millie's lessons in politics, shock of being assigned many boyfriends
There was a time when a super-rich male colleague tried to hit on me by telling me that I needed to have a socio-political financier in order to survive in politics.
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Maandamano Bill sparks fears of State overreach and silenced voices
If passed, Maandamano Bill will grant the Interior Cabinet Secretary authority to set strict rules on how demonstrations are conducted.
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Homabay town MP Kaluma calls for Principle Secretaries reshuffle
Homabay town Member of Parliament Peter Kaluma, says there is need for the government to reshuffle the Principal Secretaries.
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Millie Odhiambo's pain of hair loss
I had a little wound on my head, courtesy of a bad chemical used on it a while earlier at a salon in Rwanda. Because of the pressure, the wound spread and my head started producing puss.
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Curse of ruling parties: Can UDA overcome and go beyond 2027?
Since KANU ceded power to Narc in 2002, no party has ruled past an electoral cycle. The fallout between the UDA party leader and his deputy barely two years on is not a good sign
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Millie Odhiambo: The night call that made me bag 2007 ODM nomination
Millie Odhiambo says she was invited to one of debates that focused on women’s issues in the Constitution. The debates often had political heavyweights on both sides.
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Junet's gag order triggers jitters, confusion in ODM
The directive bars ODM lawmakers from interacting with Ruto unless they are cleared by parliamentary leadership as some legislators seek a formal union with UDA.
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William Ruto's ruthless efficiency after Gen Z tremors
The President seems to have resolved to be firm and fast in whatever he chooses to do having borrowed a leaf from Uhuru Kenyatta in forming government with Raila Odinga.
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Weight of Kithure Kindiki's job description
Kindiki will chair Cabinet committees, oversee implementation of State decisions across ministries while uniting the country, including winning back Mt Kenya region.
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Kenyans trash Cherargei bid to extend term of President, MPs
A report before the Senate plenary recommended that the House does not pass the Bill after more than 99 per cent of Kenyans who gave their views in public participation rejected it.
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Flurry of night notices, hurried police drills and podium set-up
Swearing-in preparations started immediately after High Court judges lifted conservatory orders. In a span of less than 30 minutes, four Kenya Gazette notices had been published.
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Ruto to Kindiki: I've been lonely, I need your voice and intellect
Ruto listed some programmes that have been running, suggesting that they were never explained to Kenyans, with lamentations mirroring frustrations by former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
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I'll be loyal and won't let you down, Kindiki tells Ruto
Kindiki promises not to repeat his predecessor’s pitfalls that saw him hounded out of office, says he will work hard to lighten the burden that his boss carries on his shoulders.
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Jubilation, promise for one Kenya as Kindiki takes oath of office
Ruto throws indirect jibes at former DP Rigathi Gachagua as he stresses on what should not be the focus. But Riggy G emphasises importance of where he was born and brought up.
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From witness to advocate: Inside Millie Odhiambo's political awakening
Even though I often engaged in training others on leadership skills, including political leadership skills, I never considered myself as a politician. In fact, I had even grown to hate politics.
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Kindiki brothers: Two professors, two differing political factions
The brothers say that despite their political differences, blood is still thicker than water.
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Kindiki's brother speaks on his appointment as new DP
Kindiki’s brother, Professor Isaiah Kindiki, expressed deep gratitude, attributing his brother’s rise to a combination of hard work and divine blessing.
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Kamala or Harris? How to thread the needle on politics, gender and race
Trump often mispronounces her name for humorous effect, tacitly implying that the notion of a Black woman with South Asian heritage running for president is worthy of ridicule.
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Communist Party says Ruto regime unfair to citizens
The Communist Party of Kenya has accused President William Ruto’s administration of unfair treatment of Kenyan citizens during anti-government demonstrations.
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Gachagua created more enemies than allies, says Duale
Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has criticised impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of creating enemies instead of building alliances.
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Gachagua: I hope the court will save me
A three-bench judge is this afternoon expected to rule on conservatory orders that barred the swearing-in of Deputy President-elect Kithure Kindiki as the new Deputy President.
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MPs told to step up oversight role
The MP expressed concern over comments suggesting lawmakers joining the Ruto-led administration would abandon their oversight responsibilities.
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Omar: We're set to replace Gachagua as UDA number two
As he fights in court to defend his position, President William Ruto's party is ready to fire impeached DP Gachagua as the deputy party leader.
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Rebirth of Pentagon? Inside Ruto's push to form new alliances
President Rutos recent rapprochement with Raila saw the president bring to his fold the opposition leaders key allies from Coast, Nyanza, and Western Kenya regions.
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Humour, tension as Gachagua's impeachment battle resumes
Lawyers dressed in formal attire exchange not only legal jargon but also humorous jabs. Judges have joined in with remarks that elevate proceedings to a theatrical spectacle.
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Reject Ruto's 'rogue' regime, says Karua
Martha Karua accused President Ruto of having no regard for Kenyans and, with impunity, believes that the people would do nothing about rising injustices.
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Ruto defends record, blames rising discontent on propaganda
He urged Kenyans to ignore his critics and instead believe in his transformation agenda.
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Two years after sweeping Mt Kenya off its feet, shaky relationship presents Ruto with 2027 dilemma
Growing discontentment against his administration is increasingly becoming harder to conceal, if public discourse is anything to go by.
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State using abductions to retain power, claims Karua
According to Karua, the MPs have lost focus of their role to the electorate as watchdogs.
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Gachagua rushes to Appellate Court over DCJ Mwilu decision
Gachagua contends that judges' ruling was a misinterpretation of the Constitution.
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ODM leaders vow to shoot down Cherargei bill
Senator Sifuna has announced plans to marshal the party's members both in the National Assembly and the Senate to take the bill down.
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You will inherit Raila's political base, ODM MPs assure Ruto
Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma said the Nyanza region will pay back Ruto for supporting Raila's AUC chairmanship campaign.
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It's our turn to eat: Conflict of interest mars Ruto projects
At least eight projects are mired in controversy stemming from conflicts of interest by public officers or politically connected tycoons.
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Revealed: Plot to allow Ruto legally poach opposition MPs
The proposal is contained in the Political Parties (Amendment) Bill 2024 which is before the Senate.
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'Rejected and betrayed,' impeached DP Gachagua turns to God
Mr Gachagua urges Mt Kenya residents to support the elected leaders who have stood by him.
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