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High Court Nullifies Merger Between ANC and UDA Parties

The High Court has nullified the merger between Musalia Mudavadi's Amani National Congress (ANC) Party and President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. This ruling has sparked varied reactions in Western Kenya. Following the decision, interim ANC party leader Stephen Mutoro declared the merger legally void. Mutoro announced plans to re-evaluate ANC's relationship with UDA. According to one report, the decision creates a potential legal challenge for the Kenya Kwanza coalition. However, some former ANC officials argue the ruling's impact is largely superseded by current political developments.

Why Mudavadi's ANC wants to end merger with Ruto's UDA

Why Mudavadi's ANC wants to end merger with Ruto's UDA

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ANC interim party leader mulls ending merger with Ruto's UDA

ANC interim party leader mulls ending merger with Ruto's UDA

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Ruling on parties' alliance sparks mixed reactions

Ruling on parties' alliance sparks mixed reactions

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Ruto fears me, Kalonzo says as he promises free university education

Ruto fears me, Kalonzo says as he promises free university education

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka declared his readiness to challenge and defeat President William Ruto in the 2027 presidential election, claiming Ruto fears him due to his rising popularity. Speaking in Kyuso, Mwingi North, Musyoka promised free education from primary to university level if the united opposition comes to power.

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Why Mudavadi's ANC wants to end merger with Ruto's UDA

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Why Mudavadi's ANC wants to end merger with Ruto's UDA

The High Court has nullified the merger between Musalia Mudavadi's ANC Party and President William Ruto's UDA party, creating a potential legal challenge for the Kenya Kwanza coalition. This decision comes after interim ANC party leader Stephen Mutoro announced the merger was legally invalid and plans to re-evaluate ANC's relationship with UDA.

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Another showdown as Winnie, Oburu set for parallel rallies in Nyanza

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Another showdown as Winnie, Oburu set for parallel rallies in Nyanza

A political showdown is anticipated in Nyanza today as Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga and his niece, EALA MP Winnie Odinga, host separate events in the region.

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ANC interim party leader mulls ending merger with Ruto's UDA

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ANC interim party leader mulls ending merger with Ruto's UDA

A recent High Court ruling has complicated the merger between the Amani National Congress (ANC) Party and President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Stephen Mutoro, now the interim ANC party leader, declared the merger legally void and plans to reassess the party's relationship with UDA.

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Ruling on parties' alliance sparks mixed reactions

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Ruling on parties' alliance sparks mixed reactions

A recent High Court ruling nullified the merger between the Amani National Congress (ANC) and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), sparking varied reactions in Western Kenya. This decision arrives amid significant political realignments, though former ANC officials argue its impact is largely superseded by current political developments.

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No merger took place; UDA says after court ruling on ANC

No merger took place; UDA says after court ruling on ANC

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has rejected claims of a merger with the Amani National Congress (ANC), stating that ANC's dissolution was voluntary and legally binding. This declaration follows a High Court ruling that revived the ANC, deeming its dissolution unconstitutional.

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Why Kenya avoided US visa restrictions

Why Kenya avoided US visa restrictions

Kenya has avoided the recent visa restrictions imposed by the United States, a decision experts attribute to Kenya's strategic geopolitical importance and diplomatic balancing act. Governance experts Professors Peter Kagwanja and Alfred Omenya highlight Kenya's growing commercial significance and its ability to maintain relations with both Western and Eastern powers.

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Why Uhuru removed Kioni as Jubilee Party SG

Why Uhuru removed Kioni as Jubilee Party SG

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has initiated a leadership shake-up within the Jubilee Party, removing Kioni as Secretary General. This move precedes crucial opposition alliance discussions aimed at selecting a presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the upcoming elections.

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Reprieve for Mudavadi as court thwarts ANC-UDA merger

Reprieve for Mudavadi as court thwarts ANC-UDA merger

A planned merger between ANC and UDA was thwarted as the High Court revived the Amani National Congress Party (ANC). This decision provides a reprieve for Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.

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Wetang'ula rejects poll findings on Natembeya's Luhya influence

Wetang'ula rejects poll findings on Natembeya's Luhya influence

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has dismissed a recent Infotrack Research and Consulting Poll that identified Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya as the most popular politician in the Western region.

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NADCO team seeks to drop idle tag after meeting President

NADCO team seeks to drop idle tag after meeting President

The National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) implementation team, led by chairperson Agnes Zani, has refuted claims of idleness and lack of political goodwill, defending its progress after meeting with President William Ruto.

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Court resurrects Mudavadi's ANC, says its dissolution violated laws

Court resurrects Mudavadi's ANC, says its dissolution violated laws

The High Court has revived Musalia Mudavadi's ANC (Amani National Congress) party, ruling that its previous dissolution was unconstitutional. This decision voids President William Ruto's earlier takeover attempt of the party.

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Uhuru shakes up Jubilee Party leadership

Uhuru shakes up Jubilee Party leadership

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has initiated a significant shake-up within the Jubilee Party leadership. This move comes as the party prepares for crucial opposition alliance discussions to select a formidable candidate to challenge President William Ruto in next year's elections.

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Lobby group petitions NCIC over remarks by Nakuru West MP

Lobby group petitions NCIC over remarks by Nakuru West MP

A youth group association and human rights lobby in Nakuru County have petitioned the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to take action against Nakuru West Member of Parliament Samuel Arama. They allege that on January 16, 2026, MP Arama made divisive remarks likely to incite ethnic animosity during a bursary cheque issuance.

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Jeremiah Kioni demoted from Jubilee party SG role

Jeremiah Kioni demoted from Jubilee party SG role

Jeremiah Kioni has been transitioned from his role as Secretary General of the Jubilee Party to one of its Deputy Party Leaders, effective January 22, 2026. This change is part of broader structural adjustments within the party, announced after a National Executive Committee meeting chaired by party leader and immediate former president Uhuru Kenyatta.

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Kioni appointed Jubilee Deputy party leader in fresh changes

Kioni appointed Jubilee Deputy party leader in fresh changes

The Jubilee Party has announced significant leadership changes, with Jeremiah Kioni appointed as one of its Deputy Party Leaders. These changes follow a National Executive Committee meeting chaired by former president Uhuru Kenyatta, aiming to revitalize the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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UDA sets 2027 strategy, moves to formalise coalition talks with ODM

UDA sets 2027 strategy, moves to formalise coalition talks with ODM

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party is strategizing for the 2027 General Elections and plans to formalize coalition talks with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).

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Junet: Entrenched interests denied Raila presidency

Junet: Entrenched interests denied Raila presidency

Minority Leader Junet Mohamed has asserted that Raila Odinga's repeated presidential election defeats were caused by deeply entrenched power brokers in Kenya, who actively worked to prevent him from winning the presidency.

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Junet alleges entrenched interests denied Raila presidency

Junet alleges entrenched interests denied Raila presidency

Minority Leader Junet Mohamed alleged that entrenched power brokers consistently blocked Raila Odinga from the presidency, not voter sentiment alone, explaining his repeated electoral defeats. He also acknowledged that elite interference was not the sole factor, placing some responsibility on voters and insufficient grassroots mobilization by Raila's allies.

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Senate team grills eight governors

Senate team grills eight governors

A Senate team has questioned eight governors regarding alleged mismanagement of water companies and county hospitals, based on findings from the Auditor General’s report. The governors were summoned to address these irregularities.

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'Bring slain Gen Z back to life,' Malala sets tough terms for UDA return

'Bring slain Gen Z back to life,' Malala sets tough terms for UDA return

Cleophas Malala, Deputy Party Leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), has stated he will not rejoin the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) unless the Ruto administration "resurrects" young protesters killed during the 2024 anti-government demonstrations.

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Oguda, Zani UDA-ODM led committee to meet Ruto

Oguda, Zani UDA-ODM led committee to meet Ruto

A five-member committee co-chaired by Agnes Zani and Gabriel Oguda, representing UDA and ODM, is scheduled to meet President William Ruto to update him on the implementation of their 10-point agenda and the National Dialogue Committee (Nadco) report.

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Kanjama: How integrity is eroding confidence in Judiciary

Kanjama: How integrity is eroding confidence in Judiciary

Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama has voiced significant concern over eroding integrity within Kenya's Judiciary and legal profession, warning that this trend undermines public confidence and access to justice. He highlighted the urgent need to address declining integrity and independence across the legal system.

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Aspirants line up to challenge Governor Mwadime in 2027 Taita Taveta race

Aspirants line up to challenge Governor Mwadime in 2027 Taita Taveta race

Aspirants are already lining up to challenge incumbent Governor Andrew Mwadime in the 2027 Taita Taveta gubernatorial race, with residents indicating a focus on development track records. Former Governor Granton Samboja is seeking to recapture the seat, initiating early campaigns.

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Babu stirs ODM pot with threat to call for a parallel NDC

Babu stirs ODM pot with threat to call for a parallel NDC

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has escalated internal Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) wrangles by threatening to convene a parallel National Delegates Conference (NDC). This move comes amidst intensifying calls for an NDC from various party leaders.

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Why Muhoozi wants to 'extinguish' Bobi Wine

Why Muhoozi wants to 'extinguish' Bobi Wine

Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has issued graphic threats against opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, following his father President Yoweri Museveni's disputed re-election.

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MPs warn Oburu against settling for less than deputy presidency seat

MPs warn Oburu against settling for less than deputy presidency seat

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Members of Parliament have urged party leader Raila Odinga not to settle for anything less than the deputy presidency in future coalition talks, emphasizing the party's strong national footprint.

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Ruto tells off his political opponents critical of youth empowerment programmes

Ruto tells off his political opponents critical of youth empowerment programmes

President William Ruto has defended his administration's youth empowerment programs against critics, asserting they are vital economic initiatives, not mere political slogans. Speaking at the NYOTA Capital disbursement in Nairobi, Ruto emphasized that these programs aim to provide livelihoods for young Kenyans and urged opponents to focus on citizen service rather than political contests.

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Why Mount Kenya voting bloc challenges presidential hopefuls

Why Mount Kenya voting bloc challenges presidential hopefuls

Presidential hopefuls for the 2027 General Elections are warned to approach the Mount Kenya voting bloc with caution due to its unique political dynamics. According to Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Youth League leader John Mark Ketorah and Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia, the region consistently records the highest voter turnout and is primarily driven by economic and development concerns.

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What Raila Odinga would say to ODM if he rose today

What Raila Odinga would say to ODM if he rose today

The political maneuvering within Kenya's Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is raising questions about its alignment with Raila Odinga's vision, particularly concerning the influence of Oburu Oginga's allies. This has led to speculation about whether Raila Odinga's progressive spirit still defines the party's direction.

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