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Gachagua, Malala clash over Kituyi appointment

Mr Malala argued that Mr Kituyi, 68, lacked the youthful vision needed for the United Opposition spokesman role.

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Revealed: Uhuru considers handing over Jubilee to Matiang’i

Former Interior CS has been saying he is consulting on which party to run for the presidency in 2027.

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14h ago

Japan's prime minister resigns after bruising election losses

He instructed his Liberal Democratic Party - which has ruled Japan for almost all of the post-war period - to hold an emergency leadership race, adding he would continue his duties until his successor...

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top15h ago

Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigns after election defeats

Japan, the world's fourth-largest economy and a key US ally, now faces a period of political uncertainty as tensions rise with China. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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16h ago

Gachagua asserts opposition's unity ahead of announcing flagbearer

Gachagua asserted that the opposition faction has agreed to support the candidate who will be chosen, reiterating that their unity is the only remedy to oust President Ruto in the next polls....

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Rift emerges over Kituyi's appointment as opposition Spokesperson

Efforts to build a united opposition coalition have hit turbulence after DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala rejected the appointment of Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi as the coalition’s spokesperson.

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top20h ago

UDA Settles on Leonard Muriuki for Mbeere North By-Election

Muriuki is expected to receive his official nomination certificate next week as the ruling party moves to consolidate support in the constituency. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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top1d ago

UDA Picks CS Ruku's Replacement as DCP Candidate Quits Party

The by-elections will take place on November 27.

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How UDA, ODM plan to dominate November by-elections

UDA and ODM have embarked on a joint effort to clinch majority seats in the forthcoming by-elections amid mounting competition from a united opposition front.

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politics1d ago

Ruto at three: From fiery pledges to blunders and lost confidence

There is little progress in achieving the utopia Ruto promised during the campaigns, and many Kenyans feel cheated.

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Inside UDA, ODM plan to dominate November by-elections

UDA and ODM have embarked on a joint effort to clinch majority seats in the forthcoming by-elections amid mounting competition from a united opposition front.

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2027 elections: Will birth of new opposition upset the apple cart?

These new politicians are counting on the backing they receive on social media and the pro-people agendas they advocate.

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Raila practically retired but could easily make a lethal comeback

Raila has over the years played a watchdog role, but he appears to shave topped after he joined the broad-based government last year.

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'Kenya is borrowing Sh3.4 billion every day' - Ndindi Nyoro

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has criticised the government for what he terms as an over-reliance on public debt, warning that it risks over burdening future generations.

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Which way for Gachagua as DCP candidate for Mbeere North decamps

Democracy for Citizens Party had picked Duncan Mbui for the Mbeere North by-elections.

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politics1d ago

Ruto, Raila in broad-based deal to win by-elections

United Democratic Alliance and ODM have agreed to field joint candidates in the November by-elections.

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Kalonzo, Matiang'i vow to defeat State-sponsored propaganda

Kalonzo and Matiang’i have vowed to defeat what they termed as State-sponsored propaganda aimed at scuttling the unity of the united opposition.

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top1d ago

Gachagua Speaks After Chaos Erupt Over DCP Leadership Positions

He addressed a standoff within the party as members clashed over a change of leadership.

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Wanga tells Opposition to prepare for landslide defeat

ODM party has told the Opposition to prepare for a landslide defeat in the imminent by-elections in the country.

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UDA settles on one candidate for Mbeere North by-election

This is UDA settles on one candidate for Mbeere North by-election.

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UDA picks Leo Muriuki for Mbeere North by-election

UDA picks Leo Muriuki Muthende as its candidate for Mbeere North MP seat in November by-election; Party to hold joint nominations with ODM in other races, Elections Board chair Mwaura says.

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top1d ago

Chaos in Gachagua's Party as Leadership Wrangles Emerge

Despite the chaos, DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua is yet to issue a formal statement.

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Raila calls for a probe into ex-MP Lempurkel's death

We are not yet convinced that this was a normal accident.

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top2d ago

Raila’s fall from democracy’s defender to betrayal politics

Raila dramatic move to save Governor Sakaja from impeachment has fueled claims he has abandoned his legacy to embrace politics of betrayal.

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politics2d ago

Broad based CSs: ODM quartet, Mt Kenya trio and the betrayal of Gen Zs

The ODM quartet of John Mbadi, Opiyo Wandayi, Hassan Joho and Wycliffe Oparanya took over as Cabinet Secretaries one year ago.

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Gachagua, Malala clash over Kituyi appointment

Revealed: Uhuru considers handing over Jubilee to Matiang’i

Japan's prime minister resigns after bruising election losses

Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigns after election defeats

Gachagua asserts opposition's unity ahead of announcing flagbearer

Rift emerges over Kituyi's appointment as opposition Spokesperson

UDA Settles on Leonard Muriuki for Mbeere North By-Election

UDA Picks CS Ruku's Replacement as DCP Candidate Quits Party

How UDA, ODM plan to dominate November by-elections

Ruto at three: From fiery pledges to blunders and lost confidence

Inside UDA, ODM plan to dominate November by-elections

2027 elections: Will birth of new opposition upset the apple cart?

Raila practically retired but could easily make a lethal comeback

'Kenya is borrowing Sh3.4 billion every day' - Ndindi Nyoro

Which way for Gachagua as DCP candidate for Mbeere North decamps

Ruto, Raila in broad-based deal to win by-elections

Kalonzo, Matiang'i vow to defeat State-sponsored propaganda

Gachagua Speaks After Chaos Erupt Over DCP Leadership Positions

Wanga tells Opposition to prepare for landslide defeat

UDA settles on one candidate for Mbeere North by-election

UDA picks Leo Muriuki for Mbeere North by-election

Chaos in Gachagua's Party as Leadership Wrangles Emerge

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Raila’s fall from democracy’s defender to betrayal politics

Broad based CSs: ODM quartet, Mt Kenya trio and the betrayal of Gen Zs

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