Kenya

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has scheduled its grassroots elections in Tana River County for August 15 after delaying the exercise to give more party members time to register and take part in the voting process. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the party said the elections will take place …

With the July 16, 2026 parliamentary by-election fast approaching, Ol Kalou Constituency in Nyandarua County has become the centre of an intense political contest marked by high-profile campaigns, government projects and allegations of voter inducement. The usually quiet farming constituency has seen an influx of politicians, Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries …

Naitwa Mwangi, a photographer and drone operator attached to President William Ruto,Naitwa Mwangi, a photographer and drone operator attached to President William Ruto, has sparked political debate after claiming that defeating the Head of State in the 2027 General Election is “practically impossible.” In a post shared on his Facebook …

Democratic Party leader Justine Muturi has declared that he would support Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka for the presidency if he is not picked as the United Opposition’s flag bearer in the 2027 General Election. Speaking on the contest for the opposition ticket, Muturi said that among the coalition principals, Kalonzo …

Jubilee deputy party leader Fred Matiang’i has dismissed speculation that recently circulated photographs showing him with Suna East MP Junet Mohamed and Kisii Governor Simba Arati were evidence of a political meeting. The photos, widely shared on social media, show the three leaders posing together inside what appears to be …

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has announced proposed amendments to its party constitution and is inviting members to submit comments before the changes are adopted. In a notice issued under Section 20(2) of the Political Parties Act, 2011, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar said the revised constitution has been published …

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has announced that he will not contest any elective seat in the 2027 General Election, saying he has deliberately chosen to stay out of elective politics. Mbadi said he plans to continue serving in government beyond the August 2027 polls and expressed optimism that …

A new survey by research firm Infotrak has given several gubernatorial hopefuls a political boost after ranking them among Kenya’s best-performing Members of Parliament. The study assessed legislators based on public perception of their performance in representation, legislation and oversight, alongside factors such as fulfilment of campaign promises, development record, …

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has called on Saboti MP Caleb Amisi to resolve concerns surrounding the Linda Mwananchi movement through internal discussions instead of making them public. Babu said leaders should engage one another directly whenever disagreements arise, rather than airing their differences on social media or other public …

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has expressed confidence that Meru County will overwhelmingly support President William Ruto’s re-election bid in the 2027 General Election, declaring that the region is firmly behind the Head of State. Kindiki made the remarks on Sunday during the 60th anniversary celebrations of Burieruri Boys Senior School …