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politics7h ago

How Duale gave Mt Kenya a new political animal

A controversial remark by Kenya's Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, likening Mt Kenya communities to "hyenas," has backfired, transforming into a symbol of defiance and a political rallying cry. This incident draws parallels to a similar situation in India where an insult involving "cockroaches" led to the formation of a popular parody political party.

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politics15h ago

Osotsi targeted for ouster as Oburu goes for rebels

Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi is reportedly being targeted for removal as the chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), in what is seen as a continuation of a purge against perceived rebels within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party.

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politics1d ago

Battle for Western: Ruto, opposition fight for Mulembe Nation vote

Western Kenya has become a key battleground for the 2027 presidential election, with both President William Ruto and the opposition launching early campaigns to secure the region's vote, comprising 2.92 million registered voters.

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politics1d ago

IEBC numbers giving 2027 aspirants sleepless nights

Political strategists are intensely focused on voter distribution and increasing numbers in perceived strongholds ahead of the 2027 presidential race, with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) aiming to register an additional 3.78 million voters.

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politics1d ago

Ruto dangles goodies in Western as ODM fronts Oparanya for DP

President William Ruto courted the Western vote with promises of significant development projects, while allies of his government and opposition figures declared Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya as the preferred candidate for Deputy President in the 2027 General Election.

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politics1d ago

Gachagua unveils 2027 Mt Kenya strategy after Ol Kalou victory

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is launching a strategic push to consolidate his influence in the Mt Kenya region using his Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) following a victory in the Ol Kalou by-election.

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politics2d ago

Sifuna storm: Why Nairobi senator is disruptor-in-chief of Ruto plans

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has emerged as a significant political force, disrupting plans for both President William Ruto's Kenya Kwanza Alliance and the United Opposition.

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politics2d ago

Ruto will lose in 2027, Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi camp tells Western

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi political faction confidently stated their intention to defeat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election during a rally in Western Kenya.

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politics2d ago

Re-elect Ruto to keep power, our seats secure, Kindiki tells Mt Kenya

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki urged the Mt Kenya region to re-elect President William Ruto in 2027, asserting it's crucial for the region's political stability and development.

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politics2d ago

2027 election laws top MPs’ agenda as House resumes sittings

Kenya's National Assembly is set to prioritize election-related Bills as it resumes sittings next week, aiming to enact crucial reforms ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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politics2d ago

Why Wundanyi MP Mwashako is at the centre of Coast political supremacy

The political battle for supremacy at the Coast ahead of the 2027 General Election is centering on Wundanyi MP Danson Mwashako, who is being aggressively courted by leaders allied to President William Ruto.

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politics3d ago

Duale’s loose tongue: Fury over CS’s comments as NCIC begins probe

Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale is under investigation by the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) following remarks he made that have been widely criticized as divisive and inflammatory.

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politics3d ago

Murang’a Governor Kang’ata joins Gachagua DCP

Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata has joined Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), a move seen as a significant political gamble for the governor on July 24, 2026.

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politics3d ago

Poll: Sifuna overtakes Kalonzo for first time, Gachagua supporters want him to be kingmaker

A new poll reveals a significant shift in the Kenyan opposition as Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has, for the first time, overtaken Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka in presidential popularity.

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politics3d ago

Gachagua will betray you, Ruto allies tell Kalonzo

Ruto’s team claims Gachagua’s ploy is to lock Kalonzo out of a joint opposition presidential ticket.

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politics3d ago

Electoral maths: Battle for State House begins

Kenya's political landscape is heating up as the August 10, 2027 General Election approaches, with parties focusing on a nationwide voter registration drive as the initial battleground for State House.

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politics4d ago

After Sifuna, Oburu now goes for Osotsi

Following the ouster of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is now targeting Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi for removal as Chairperson of the County Public Investments and Special Funds (CPIC) committee.

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politics4d ago

Taking fight to Kindiki's doorstep: Gachagua trains eyes on Mt Kenya East

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is launching a significant political offensive in Mt Kenya East, targeting Meru and Embu counties in a six-day tour.

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politics4d ago

Oburu: How I almost lost Sh3m Ruto donation to goons

Dr. Oburu Oginga, an ODM party leader, has spoken out against the escalating violence in Nyanza and across Kenya, revealing his personal encounters with violent gangs.

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politics5d ago

How Gachagua is borrowing from Raila Odinga's playbook

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is adopting tactics previously employed by late opposition leader Raila Odinga to pressure the current administration.

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politics5d ago

Inside Sifuna-Matiang’i meeting ahead of homecoming

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna met with Jubilee Deputy Leader Fred Matiang’i and other legislators to discuss political cooperation ahead of the 2027 General Election, coinciding with Sifuna's planned homecoming events in Western Kenya.

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politics5d ago

Second-term governors handpick successors to protect legacy

As the 2027 General Election approaches, several second-term governors in Kenya are actively endorsing their preferred successors to safeguard their political legacies.

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politics5d ago

Unlikely olive branch from Gachagua: Will Kindiki take it?

A seemingly conciliatory gesture by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua towards his successor, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, is being interpreted by political analysts as a sophisticated political maneuver rather than a genuine attempt at reconciliation.

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politics6d ago

United against Gachagua: Uproar greets Ex-DP's tourism boycott call

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's call for tourists and investors to boycott Kenya until after the 2027 General Election has sparked a rare bipartisan backlash.

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politics6d ago

Why Gachagua's picks test DCP's promise of fair nominations

Rigathi Gachagua's endorsements of preferred candidates within the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) are raising concerns about the fairness of upcoming nominations, despite promises of free and fair elections.

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politics1w ago

Gachagua comes to DP Kindiki's defence

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly declared his intention to defend his successor, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, against political attacks from the Mt Kenya region.

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politics1w ago

Ruto returns to restive South Rift political stronghold

President William Ruto is returning to the South Rift, a region that overwhelmingly backed him in the 2022 General Election, amidst growing local discontent over perceived neglect in development projects.

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politics1w ago

Gachagua U-turn rocks DCP allies

A significant internal dispute is rocking Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) following his pivot on admitting former allies of President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) into the party.

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politics1w ago

No longer at ease: How Sifuna is eroding influence of regional bigwigs

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has declared his intention to run for the presidency in 2027, a move that is causing a significant shift in political allegiances across Kenya. His burgeoning Linda Mwananchi movement is attracting leaders previously aligned with prominent political figures.

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politics1w ago

Gachagua exploits Ol Kalou victory, rallies Mt Kenya against Ruto

Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua is leveraging his Ol Kalou by-election victory to rally Mt Kenya residents against President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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