Kenya

Former Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha and former Kiminini MP Chris Wamalwa have officially declared their intention to challenge George Natembeya for the Trans Nzoia governor’s seat. The two leaders made the announcement on Saturday after meeting members of the Luhya community to seek their backing. Click here to join …

A day after President William Ruto delivered his State of the Nation address to Parliament, leaders from the Kenya Moja political bloc described the speech as full of falsehoods and more like a pre-election manifesto than a report on governance. Speaking in Kisii, the MPs suggested that ODM’s participation in …

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has endorsed Democratic Action Party–Kenya (DAP-K) candidate Seth Panyako ahead of the Malava by-election, delivering his message through a spirited phone call that energised supporters at a local rally. Gachagua, now a prominent figure in the growing united opposition movement, urged Malava residents to turn …

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua on Sunday led a strong opposition team in campaigning for their candidate in Mbeere North, alleging that the government is using intimidation tactics and cash handouts to influence the upcoming by-election. Speaking during a church service in Kanyuambora, Gachagua claimed that state-backed violence has been directed …

EALA MP Winnie Odinga has urged the ODM Party to return to its members and clarify its position on the party’s role within President William Ruto’s broad-based government. Winnie described ODM’s current relationship with the ruling UDA Party as “complicated,” noting that the party had previously entrusted Raila Odinga with …

Jubilee presidential hopeful Fred Matiang’i has sent a warm congratulatory message to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) as the party marks two decades on Kenya’s political scene. ODM is holding its 20th anniversary celebrations at the Mama Ngina Waterfront in Mombasa from Friday to Sunday, honouring its political journey and …

Siaya Governor James Orengo has criticised a faction within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) for aligning themselves with President William Ruto’s administration under the broad-based government deal, calling the move an act of political cowardice. Addressing ODM youth during a convention in Mombasa on Friday, Orengo argued that it is …

Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai has issued a stern political warning, declaring the constituency a no-go zone for any opposition figure planning to visit and criticise President William Ruto. Delivering a fiery address in President Ruto’s presence, Mbai was unapologetically blunt. He cautioned anyone intending to bring “anti-Ruto politics” to …

EALA MP Winnie Odinga says the Orange Democratic Movement’s fire remains alive, stressing that the party’s 20-year history of protest, courage and persistence continues to inspire young Kenyans. Winnie noted that ODM’s identity is built on sacrifice and resilience, saying the party has consistently aligned itself with ordinary citizens fighting …

Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho says President William Ruto’s attendance at the Orange Democratic Movement’s 20th anniversary should not be viewed as unusual. ODM is marking its two decades of political activism and struggle with a three-day celebration at Mama Ngina Waterfront in Mombasa, running from Friday to Sunday. …