Kenya

Former Mombasa governor Hassan Joho has disclosed his intention to step back from active political involvement simultaneously with Raila Odinga, leader of the ODM party. Addressing a gathering in Nyanza recently, Joho emphasized that it seemed fitting for him to exit politics at the same time as Raila, especially as …

Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has expressed her resolve not to be cowed, asserting her readiness to relinquish her position if need be. Addressing the Limuru III conference, she disclosed facing significant intimidation but affirmed her determination to advocate for the interests of the Mount Kenya people. Highlighting the challenges she …

Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu, a prominent figure in Kenyan politics, made significant statements at the Limuru III conference. Having previously aligned himself with President William Ruto’s UDA party during the 2022 presidential election, Waititu declared his departure from the party. However, he clarified that he has not affiliated himself …

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua now says he will push for the adoption of the one-man-one-shilling formula to ensure equity and fairness in allocation of funds to counties. The Deputy President said the formula is critical for development in Mt Kenya region, adding he was a leading proponent of the formula. …

Eugene Wamalwa, leader of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), has called out Kenya Kwanza politicians, urging them to refrain from using blackmail tactics against Raila Odinga regarding his criticisms of the government. Despite receiving support from William Ruto’s administration in his bid for the African Union Commission chairmanship, …

UDA has invalidated the election outcomes at two polling centers in Narok due to reported electoral irregularities. The affected centers are Entiyani Polling Center in Olokurto Ward, Narok North, and Mosiro Polling Station in Mosiro Ward, Narok East. To uphold fairness and transparency, the UDA National Elections Board, chaired by …

Atwoli, the Secretary General of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions, has expressed his belief that Kalonzo Musyoka, the leader of the Wiper party, is the most suitable candidate to succeed Raila Odinga as the opposition leader. Atwoli emphasized that should Raila assume the position of Chairperson of the African …

The Speaker of Mombasa, Aharub Khatri, is advocating for assembly sessions to be held directly at the grassroots level to ensure that residents’ voices are heard firsthand. Khatri emphasized that certain areas, like Junda, have been neglected due to their remote location within the county. To address this, he suggested …

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has reassured its members of the integrity of the upcoming grassroots elections. Cleophas Malala, the Secretary-General, stated that the elections would be digitally conducted, marking a significant step forward for democracy in the country. Addressing the issue on Saturday, Malala affirmed, “I want to …

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua convened a meeting with key figures of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party on Tuesday, in anticipation of the upcoming grassroots elections. This gathering followed a session held a week ago by President William Ruto and Gachagua alongside the UDA National Steering Committee (NSC), where they …