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Court Upholds Auction of Tuju's Tamarind Karen and Dari Business Park

The High Court has upheld the auction of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju's properties, Tamarind Karen and Dari Business Park, to recover a loan owed to East Africa Development Bank (EADB). The sale was finalized in 2024. Separately, seven Kenyan governors elected in 2022 are facing significant pressure to retain their seats in the 2027 elections, potentially becoming victims of a curse of one-term governorships seen since 2013. At the same time, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is preparing for a contest for the vacant parliamentary seat in Ol Kalou, following the death of David Kiaraho, with both Gachagua and Kuria expected to compete.

Court upholds auction of Tuju's Tamarind Karen and Dari Business Park

Court upholds auction of Tuju's Tamarind Karen and Dari Business Park

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Curse of one-term: Seven governors under pressure to retain seats

Curse of one-term: Seven governors under pressure to retain seats

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Ol Kalou offers Gachagua, Kuria a new battle ring

Ol Kalou offers Gachagua, Kuria a new battle ring

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Court upholds auction of Tuju's Tamarind Karen and Dari Business Park

Court upholds auction of Tuju's Tamarind Karen and Dari Business Park

The High Court has upheld the auction of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju's properties, Tamarind Karen and Dari Business Park, to recover a loan owed to East Africa Development Bank (EADB). The sale was finalized in 2024.

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Curse of one-term: Seven governors under pressure to retain seats

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Curse of one-term: Seven governors under pressure to retain seats

Seven Kenyan governors elected in 2022 are facing significant pressure to retain their seats in the upcoming 2027 elections, potentially becoming victims of a "curse of one-term governorships" seen since 2013.

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Ol Kalou offers Gachagua, Kuria a new battle ring

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Ol Kalou offers Gachagua, Kuria a new battle ring

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is gearing up for a contest for the vacant parliamentary seat in Ol Kalou, following the death of David Kiaraho.

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Jubilee leaders pile pressure on Ruto over fuel strike chaos

Jubilee leaders pile pressure on Ruto over fuel strike chaos

Jubilee Party leaders are using the ongoing fuel strike to criticize President William Ruto's administration, accusing them of poor leadership and mismanagement.

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Kabondo Kasipul MP slams Orengo over remarks against Wanga

Kabondo Kasipul MP slams Orengo over remarks against Wanga

Kabondo Kasipul MP Eve Obara has strongly criticized Siaya Governor James Orengo for remarks he made against Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, stating that his comments demean the integrity of women leaders.

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Inside ODM’s plan to revive grassroots networks

Inside ODM’s plan to revive grassroots networks

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is actively revitalizing its grassroots networks and holding meetings with party delegates nationwide to strengthen its position ahead of the 2027 polls.

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How fuel crisis exposed ODM 'experts' in Ruto government

How fuel crisis exposed ODM 'experts' in Ruto government

A recent fuel crisis and associated matatu strike in Kenya have reportedly exposed the limited expertise of key ODM 'experts' now serving in President William Ruto's government.

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Gachagua hits at Ruto's priorities amid fuel crisis

Gachagua hits at Ruto's priorities amid fuel crisis

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly criticized President William Ruto's administration, citing ongoing issues with the fuel crisis, disruptions in the matatu sector, and the increasing cost of living.

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Ruto's jet-set lifestyle sparks fury as hustlers suffer on the ground

Ruto's jet-set lifestyle sparks fury as hustlers suffer on the ground

President William Ruto's recent luxury travel abroad, specifically to Baku, has drawn significant criticism amidst ongoing fuel protests and economic hardship in Kenya.

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MPs summon Mbadi over unauthorised transfer of State agencies to NIF

MPs summon Mbadi over unauthorised transfer of State agencies to NIF

Kenyan Members of Parliament have summoned the Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury, John Mbadi, to explain the unauthorized transfer of key state agencies, including KenGen, Kenya Power, Ketraco, and GDC, from the Ministry of Energy to the newly established National Infrastructure Fund (NIF).

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Ruto splurges on jet as strike cripples transport

Ruto splurges on jet as strike cripples transport

As a nationwide transport strike crippled Kenya due to rising fuel prices, President William Ruto reportedly splurged on a luxury chartered jet for his trip to Baku, Azerbaijan, for the World Urban Forum (WUF13).

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Kindiki: Don't exploit fuel crisis for political gain

Kindiki: Don't exploit fuel crisis for political gain

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has accused opposition leaders of exploiting the rising fuel crisis for political gain and warned against inciting Kenyans to violence.

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Waiguru: I didn’t apologise to Gachagua

Waiguru: I didn’t apologise to Gachagua

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has stated that she was misinterpreted and her remarks politicised, vehemently denying any apology to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

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Kidero tells CS Mbadi to respect Odinga family

Kidero tells CS Mbadi to respect Odinga family

Former Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero has urged Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi to cease demeaning the Odinga family, calling for respect towards Raila Odinga and his daughter, Winnie Odinga.

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Savula fires back at Oparanya over Ruto's Western Kenya support claims

Savula fires back at Oparanya over Ruto's Western Kenya support claims

Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has refuted claims by Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya that President William Ruto is losing support in Western Kenya.

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Raila Jnr to Mbadi: Stop disrespecting my family

Raila Jnr to Mbadi: Stop disrespecting my family

Raila Junior has publicly called for National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and other ODM leaders to cease making disrespectful remarks about his family, particularly in relation to his late father, Raila Odinga.

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Battle over Gachagua hospitalisation evidence heads to Court of Appeal

Battle over Gachagua hospitalisation evidence heads to Court of Appeal

A legal battle has escalated to the Court of Appeal over medical evidence related to the hospitalisation of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during his impeachment proceedings.

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Aladwa slams Gachagua for criticism of Africa Forward Summit

Aladwa slams Gachagua for criticism of Africa Forward Summit

Makadara MP George Aladwa has strongly criticised Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for his remarks on the recent Africa Forward Summit held in Nairobi. Aladwa stated that Gachagua's comments undermined Kenya’s image on the international stage.

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Gideon Moi promises to reveal details of talks with Ruto

Gideon Moi promises to reveal details of talks with Ruto

Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi has promised to reveal sensitive details of his past talks with President William Ruto, stating the information is significant for the Kalenjin community.

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Inside Sifuna, Orengo silent supremacy battle in Linda Mwananchi

Inside Sifuna, Orengo silent supremacy battle in Linda Mwananchi

A silent but friendly supremacy battle has emerged within the Linda Mwananchi faction between Siaya Governor James Orengo and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna over leadership.

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Orengo-Sifuna silent supremacy battle in Linda Mwananchi

Orengo-Sifuna silent supremacy battle in Linda Mwananchi

A silent but friendly supremacy battle is emerging within the Linda Mwananchi faction between Siaya Governor James Orengo and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna over leadership.

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You're too inexperienced to advise me, Mbadi tells Winnie Odinga

You're too inexperienced to advise me, Mbadi tells Winnie Odinga

A political dispute has intensified between National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and members of the late Raila Odinga’s family, specifically Winnie Odinga.

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Ruto faces renewed headache over shifting Western Kenya backing

Ruto faces renewed headache over shifting Western Kenya backing

President William Ruto is reportedly facing challenges in maintaining political support in Western Kenya, a region considered crucial for his re-election prospects. The article suggests a potential shift in backing, causing him a renewed "headache."

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Digital evidence flaw sinks party members petition against UDA, Jubilee

Digital evidence flaw sinks party members petition against UDA, Jubilee

Three political parties, UDA, Jubilee, and the Farmers Party, have successfully defended a petition alleging unlawful member recruitment. The High Court dismissed the petition because the digital evidence presented by the petitioners did not meet the legal requirements for admissibility.

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Uhuru, Gachagua Mt Kenya succession battle emerges

Uhuru, Gachagua Mt Kenya succession battle emerges

A brewing succession battle in Kenya's Mt Kenya region has erupted between former President Uhuru Kenyatta's Jubilee Party and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) ahead of the Ol Kalou by-election on July 16.

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Political Tsunami? Opposition races to build mega coalition against Ruto in 2027

Political Tsunami? Opposition races to build mega coalition against Ruto in 2027

Kenya's political opposition is reportedly working to form a large coalition to challenge President William Ruto and his administration ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Strange bedfellows: How ‘Wantam’ push is uniting rivals against Ruto

Strange bedfellows: How ‘Wantam’ push is uniting rivals against Ruto

A shifting political landscape in Kenya is witnessing former rivals forming unlikely alliances to challenge President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Kalonzo registers 2027 trademark in warning shot to rivals

Kalonzo registers 2027 trademark in warning shot to rivals

Kalonzo Musyoka, Wiper Patriotic Front leader, has filed a trademark for the phrase "Kalonzo 2027" as a clear indication of his presidential bid for the 2027 general election, sending a warning shot to rivals within the opposition coalition.

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Inside calculated plan to weaken the opposition ahead of polls

Inside calculated plan to weaken the opposition ahead of polls

President William Ruto is reportedly enacting a calculated strategy to weaken the opposition, particularly the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Ruto's ICC Judge gamble could backfire

Ruto's ICC Judge gamble could backfire

President William Ruto's effort to secure a position for Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung’u on the International Criminal Court (ICC) bench may face significant challenges.

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