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Ndindi Nyoro quits UDA, exposing Kenya Kwanza's growing political cracks
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has publicly declared his departure from President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance Party, expressing regret for supporting Ruto in the 2022 General Election. This development represents a significant rift within the Kenya Kwanza coalition, highlighting growing internal tensions in the ruling alliance. Separately, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly questioned President Ruto regarding the stalled progress on resolving the protracted Kedong and Kibiko land disputes. Meanwhile, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula led a contingent of Kenya Kwanza politicians in Eldoret to defend President Ruto against opposition attacks, while Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has been observed taking a prominent role in campaigning for Ruto's re-election.
Cash politics roars back as Ruto allies splash millions
President William Ruto and his allies are reportedly re-engaging in cash politics by distributing large sums of money as part of empowerment drives ahead of next year's General Election. Politicians in Kenya are engaging in a widespread voter buying spree using large, untraceable sums of money amid escalating political rivalries. These activities are surfacing through various means including rallies, church donations, and community fundraisers. Allies of President Ruto have also accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of funding new political figures in Western Kenya in an effort to divide the region's vote and undermine Ruto's re-election chances in 2027.
Matiang'i chance meeting with Junet, Arati sets tongues wagging
Photos of Jubilee presidential candidate Fred Matiang'i with ODM leaders Junet Mohamed and Simba Arati at JKIA have sparked online speculation about a potential political alliance. Matiang'i, who serves as Jubilee deputy party leader, has subsequently denied a planned political meeting with Suna East MP Junet Mohamed and Kisii Governor Simba Arati following the circulation of photos online. At the same time, Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury John Mbadi has stated that some leaders from the Mt Kenya region are displeased with his appointment to the Treasury docket. Separately, jitters have reportedly shaken Kenya's opposition following allegations of a clandestine deal between Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua for the 2027 general election.
Governor Kihika and Senator Keroche clash during Senate Committee meeting
A Senate County Public Accounts Committee meeting turned contentious as Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika and Nakuru Senator Tabitha Keroche clashed over the closure of Nakuru War Memorial Hospital and pending bills. The United Democratic Alliance party has urged the judiciary to cease what it describes as acts of sabotage against the government, amid ongoing tensions between the executive and judicial branches. Additionally, scores of people were injured when suspected hired goons attacked a Linda Mwananchi convoy in Keumbu, Kisii, by hurling stones and sticks.
