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Linturi warns Kindiki as Wetang'ula urges political unity

Linturi warns Kindiki as Wetang'ula urges political unity

Former Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi warns Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to tread carefully in his alliance with President William Ruto, claiming Mount Kenya leaders are being used and discarded.

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about 6 hours ago
Ruto, Gachagua clash in Meru over land, hotel

Ruto, Gachagua clash in Meru over land, hotel

The two political rivals took veiled jabs at each other during their respective functions, each declaring their affection for Meru and justifying their investments in the region.

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about 22 hours ago
City on edge: Sakaja under fire ahead of June 25 protests

City on edge: Sakaja under fire ahead of June 25 protests

Sakaja has been accused of sponsoring thugs who caused chaos during the protests against police brutality.

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about 22 hours ago
DCP challenges Ruto grip in Nakuru as ethnic rift widens ahead of 2027

DCP challenges Ruto grip in Nakuru as ethnic rift widens ahead of 2027

Many voters are drifting from President Ruto's UDA after Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment. Analysts warn DCP against self-serving leaders who may damage its image and unity.

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about 22 hours ago
Gachagua to President: Mt Kenya people will send you home

Gachagua to President: Mt Kenya people will send you home

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua started his three-day tour of Meru with a call to the voters to remain united, as any divisions might enable President William Ruto to retain his power.

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1 day ago
Kabando wa Kabando: 'Ruto's administration is irredeemably corrupt'

Kabando wa Kabando: 'Ruto's administration is irredeemably corrupt'

Kabando drew parallels between recent state actions and the oppressive tactics of colonial rule.

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2 days ago
Raila Odinga 'very disappointed' by collapse of Adani deal

Raila Odinga 'very disappointed' by collapse of Adani deal

Raila Odinga says he’s ‘very disappointed’ by cancellation of controversial Adani-JKIA deal, argues Kenya’s aviation industry risks falling behind regional competitors.

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2 days ago
Work with Mwangaza to secure Meru votes, Ruto told

Work with Mwangaza to secure Meru votes, Ruto told

Ruto has been urged to take stock of his waning support in Meru after the DEP Bus party left the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition.

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2 days ago
Opposition vows to refer Ruto to ICC for alleged crimes against humanity

Opposition vows to refer Ruto to ICC for alleged crimes against humanity

Opposition leaders now say they are compiling evidence to refer President William Ruto to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity.

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3 days ago
Political parties fund: UDA gets lion share as Ruto allies win big

Political parties fund: UDA gets lion share as Ruto allies win big

President William Ruto's ruling party United Democratic Alliance (UDA), will receive the largest share of the political parties fund, amounting to KSh480 million.

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4 days ago
'Enough is enough': Wanga demands prosecution of officers in police brutality cases

'Enough is enough': Wanga demands prosecution of officers in police brutality cases

Homa Bay Governor Wanga demands prosecution of all officers, including DIG Lagat, linked to police brutality cases, condemns extra-judicial killings, says ‘enough is enough.’

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4 days ago
Is Ruto being held captive by allies in government?

Is Ruto being held captive by allies in government?

Pundits claim the President has delegated so much power to his close allies. They now want him to engage technocrats to build a better Kenya. 

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5 days ago
Is Ruto fully in charge or is he held captive by allies in government?

Is Ruto fully in charge or is he held captive by allies in government?

Pundits claim the President has delegated so much power to his close allies. They now want him to engage technocrats to build a better Kenya. 

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5 days ago
ODM divided over its pact with UDA following Ojwang's death

ODM divided over its pact with UDA following Ojwang's death

Ojwang's death has also put the MoU between ODM and UDA that promised to end extrajudicial killings and abductions on shaky ground.

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5 days ago
Gachagua dismisses rigging fears, claims Ruto frantically trying to reach out to him

Gachagua dismisses rigging fears, claims Ruto frantically trying to reach out to him

Gachagua alleged that the UDA manifesto was not realistic and meant to hoodwink Kenyans.

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6 days ago
Ignore Gachagua's rallies, Ruto allies tell Meru voters

Ignore Gachagua's rallies, Ruto allies tell Meru voters

A section of President William Ruto’s allies have urged Meru residents to ignore former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua when he camps in Meru for three days later this week.

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6 days ago
Gachagua dismisses rigging fears, claims Ruto frantically trying to reach him

Gachagua dismisses rigging fears, claims Ruto frantically trying to reach him

Gachagua alleged that the UDA manifesto was not realistic and meant to hoodwink Kenyans.

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6 days ago
Gachagua links Albert Ojwang's death to a killer squad within police

Gachagua links Albert Ojwang's death to a killer squad within police

Gachagua linked the squad to the latest incident of the killing of social media influencer Albert Ojwang.

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7 days ago
Kalonzo dismisses defection claims, pledges loyalty to opposition

Kalonzo dismisses defection claims, pledges loyalty to opposition

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has dismissed reports of being swayed to join the Kenya Kwanza government.

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7 days ago
President Ruto hits out at opponents, terming them 'clueless'

President Ruto hits out at opponents, terming them 'clueless'

Ruto challenged his rivals to face him directly instead of "destabilizing the country."

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7 days ago
Wantam: Gachagua becomes the nerve centre of political messaging

Wantam: Gachagua becomes the nerve centre of political messaging

A man with the gift of gab, Gachagua has become one of the most colourful politicians. He has been using his oratory prowess to deliver viral slogans to criticise President Ruto.

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8 days ago
Broad-based bait: Kenya Kwanza on expedition to fish Kalonzo

Broad-based bait: Kenya Kwanza on expedition to fish Kalonzo

Ruto’s camp has reportedly made offers to Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka to join the broad-based government.

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8 days ago
Losing identity? Questions rise as ODM supports disliked policies

Losing identity? Questions rise as ODM supports disliked policies

ODM is backing the reconstitution of IEBC, despite a court order stopping the exercise. Former ODM hardliners are now the supporters of Kenya Kwanza

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8 days ago
Mic check: How Kindiki found his voice in grassroots empowerment drives

Mic check: How Kindiki found his voice in grassroots empowerment drives

Whether motivated by loyalty, ambition, or both, DP Kindiki has undergone a subtle but striking transformation in recent weeks.

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8 days ago
Kindiki to Kalonzo: Don't fall for 'cousin' politics

Kindiki to Kalonzo: Don't fall for 'cousin' politics

DP kindiki warns against tribal politics says such rhetoric won't be tolerated ;affirms his 'brotherhood' with Kalonzo Musyoka urges him not be swayed by 'cousin' politics

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8 days ago
Rogue police officers will be held accountable, says Ruto

Rogue police officers will be held accountable, says Ruto

President William Ruto has vowed that his administration will protect citizens from rogue police officers and hold to account any officer who does not operate under the rule of law.

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9 days ago
Nation-building first, politics later, Kindiki tells leaders

Nation-building first, politics later, Kindiki tells leaders

Kindiki said it is not the time to politick but to build the country, calling on all leaders to work together to alleviate under-development.

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9 days ago
Kioni: 'Why is DIG Lagat still in office?'

Kioni: 'Why is DIG Lagat still in office?'

Jubilee Party SG Kioni has called for immediate interdiction of DIG Eliud Lagat and all police officers involved in the death of Albert Ojwang.

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9 days ago
'Nitamtafuta, he's my brother,' Kindiki extends olive branch to Kalonzo

'Nitamtafuta, he's my brother,' Kindiki extends olive branch to Kalonzo

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged to engage Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to ease political tensions within the central region.

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10 days ago
Raila allies renew threats to desert Ruto

Raila allies renew threats to desert Ruto

These incidents have fuelled a crisis of confidence, with ODM leaders emphasising that their 10-point agreement with UDA did not include tolerance for extrajudicial killings.

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11 days ago