Bangladesh's Yunus announces elections in April 2026

The South Asian nation of around 170 million people has been in political turmoil since former prime minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted by a student-led revolt in August 2024, ending her iron-fisted ru...

Wetangula now faulted for his 'skewed reading' of judgments

The Speaker is said to have ignored High Court decision that declared Azimio La Umoja coalition as the Majority party in the National Assembly.

From thorn to ally: How Ruto tamed ODM

President elbowed out Gachagua and won the opposition over.

Ruto’s UDA summons two MCAs over links to Gachagua party

They are expected to appear before the UDA disciplinary team.

Speaker Wetang’ula calls for an end to divisive politics

A section of leaders have made a rallying call for national unity, responsible leadership, and an end to divisive and tribal politics, there the urgent need to focus on development and service delivery for all Kenyans.

Kalonzo, Gachagua to Ukambani residents: Take Ruto allies' money but do not be swayed

They wore a brave face as they campaigned in Makueni at a time President Ruto drew blood in battle for Ukambani region.

UDA summons two MCAs over association with Gachagua’s DCP party

‘It doesn’t matter who voted for or against Ruto!’ Wetangula calls for end to divisive politics

Speaker Wetangula urged leaders to rise above political differences and focus on delivering the promises made to Kenyans.He condemned tribal and inflammatory rhetoric, noting that Kenya’s diversity sh...

UDA moves to rein in dissent, two MCAs on chopping block

The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has summoned two nominated Members of County Assembly over allegations of disloyalty and support for a rival political outfit linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Joyce Mwangi (Nairobi County) and Ann Thumbi (Nyeri

Kindiki defends record ahead of President's visit to Ukambani

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on Thursday led a high profile delegation to Ukambani in what appears to be a strategic plan to woo the region ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Tanzania Blocks X Over Pornography Claims as $8.9M Economic Losses Mount Ahead of 2025 Elections

Tanzania blocks X citing pornography concerns, costing $8.9 million economically while critics allege election-period digital repression tactics.

Zambia's former president Edgar Lungu dies aged 68

Lungu was the sixth president of the Southern African nation and held office from 2015 to 2021, when he lost an election to long-time opposition leader and current President Hakainde Hichilema....

Day Uhuru rushed to meet Ngugi after Raila made dramatic move

Well-publicised visit by writer to Raila’s Capital Hill offices in Nairobi jolts President’s handlers into action.

Matiang’i quits World Bank job in big political gamble

He is believed to be preparing to challenge President William Ruto in 2027.

Orengo’s State House visit unlocks multi-billion projects

The President announced a Sh1 billion investment in the blue economy.