Kenyan News: Politics

After several months of intense criticisms against President William Ruto's Kenya Kwanza government, Siaya governor James Orengo has sought an audience with Ruto.

MPs are at the center of mounting criticism over their ‘perennial’ breaks from the House as questions rise on how much time they spend on their ‘duty stations’

Matiang'i made the declaration in Kisii on Friday during his maiden return to the region after a long absence since 2022, when Kenya Kwanza took over the reins of power.

MPs are at the center of mounting criticism over their ‘perennial’ breaks from the House as questions rise on how much time they spend on their ‘duty stations’

The 13th Parliament has been accused of engaging in rent-seeking behaviour and abdicating its oversight role, all the while gobbling up millions in allowances.

President Ruto while advocating for equal opportunities, asked leaders to discourage divisive politics and embrace unity for the sake of peace and cohesion.

Ex-Interior CS Fred Matiang’i formally declares 2027 presidential bid, cites huge public demand for country’s revival after consultations with national leaders.

Former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i begins his homecoming tour in Kijauri, Borabu, Nyamira County in a day-long meet-the-people tour that will cover Kisii and Nyamira counties.

High-profile murders of several MPs and ministers have never been resolved, often, police investigations stall and real culprits are never brought to book.

The former Interior Cabinet Secretary is expected to be crowned a Gusii elder in Kisii town today. After the ceremony, Matiang’i will formally declare his interest in running for the presidency.

President William Ruto has reminded his opponents that he is in office to stay and challenged them to prepare for a gruelling political battle when the right time comes.

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i is expected to make his first public appearance in the Gusii region on Friday, May 2.

Insiders say former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala, a close ally of Gachagua, will assume the role of the Interim Deputy Party leader.

Suna East MP Junet Mohamed on Wednesday told Parliament that the Finance Bill shared online in recent months is not the official document.

Mandera North MP Bashir Abdullahi has drawn public ire after appearing to downplay the deadly BBC documentary on protests.

A host of opposition politicians on Tuesday met in Nairobi, signalling the formation of a new coalition to challenge President William Ruto in 2027.

Lawmakers on Tuesday clashed over a new BBC documentary that links security officers to the killing of anti-tax protesters outside Parliament in June 2024.

The members, who have petitioned the ODM’s national office, raised concerns over repeated attacks by suspected goons.

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua, Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Fred Matiang'i, Martha Karua, Eugene Wamalwa, and Mithika Linturi during a meeting in Nairobi on April 29, 2025.

Ten months since thousands Kenyans marched to the National Assembly to stop the passage of the 2024 Finance Bill

Justice Bahati Mwamuye in his ruling affirmed Hassan Omar's appointment, quashing September 2024 Political Parties Disputes Tribunal ruling that had allowed Malala to retain the position.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua now claims the government has no intentions of fighting alcohol and substance abuse in central Kenya

Perhaps the strongest evidence that Ruto is no pushover is the fact that he defeated Raila, a State-backed candidate, in the last election.

The national government has been accused of undermining devolution by withholding resources and certain functions from county governments.

New Public Service CS’s huge steps and fiery tongue are lighting up ministries faster than dry firewood.

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has defended the party’s decision to work with the government

Malala’s reluctance to back the impeachment, he says, cost him his position and eventually led to Gachagua’s removal.

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has hit out at governors for openly criticising President William Ruto amid the ongoing devolution row.

Former Bahati MP Kimani Ngunjiri has distanced himself politically from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, citing ideological differences.

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has defended President William Ruto’s sizable church donations, which have drawn public criticism.

Nyachae became a political force in the Gusii region after falling out with President Moi, with whom he had worked closely for many years.

Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has accused President William Ruto of undermining devolution by seeking control of the Road Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF).

However, Babu has said he is still consulting with his grassroot support that will inform him whether or not to go for the Country’s top job. 

Criticising the appointment of Hannah Cheptumo as Gender Cabinet Secretary, the lawmaker argued that while Cheptumo may be a brilliant lawyer, she is not suited for the role.

ODM leader Raila Odinga is blowing hot and cold over the political agreement with the Kenya Kwanza government as internal revolt threatens to tear apart the party.

He claimed the former DP was a divisive character well known to Kenyans and that he has no capacity to confuse anyone, adding that even his community is tired of him.

Wamuchomba did not make a formal declaration of candidacy.

Speaking on Easter Sunday during the Inter-Ministries Union (IMO) prayers held in Mosiro Ward, Narok East Sub-County, President Ruto said that unity is the foundation of national progress.

The recent backlash the President has faced emanated from the Butere Girls saga. Similarly, he has faced condemnation over the huge amount of money he gives to churches, but that has not deterred him.