Kenya

The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) has announced the appointment of Hassan Omar as the interim Secretary General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). According to ORPP, the appointment process adhered to the Party’s Constitution. In a statement issued on Monday, Registrar of Political Parties Ann Nderitu …

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has announced the revocation of Cleophas Malala’s appointment as interim Secretary General.   In a statement on Friday, the party said that upon consultation, the position will be taken up by vice chairperson, Hassan Omar, on an Interim basis.   The party’s National Executive …

Martha Karua’s notable absence from a recent Azimio la Umoja coalition meeting led to speculation, especially after Narc Kenya announced its intention to exit the coalition. Along with Karua, DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa was also missing from the gathering, which included prominent figures such as Raila Odinga, Kalonzo Musyoka, Gideon …

Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo has voiced strong opposition to President William Ruto’s plan to create a broad-based government by including opposition members in the Cabinet. On July 24, President Ruto appointed four ODM party members to his administration, sparking speculation about a possible alliance between the government and the opposition. …

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua dismissed accusations that his campaign for “One man, One shilling” would unfairly disadvantage other regions. He expressed disappointment that some were distorting his proposal, which he sees as a genuine effort to ensure an equitable distribution of national resources. “When we discuss resource allocation, it shouldn’t …

Ruto’s UDA receives Ksh.316 million from the Political Parties Fund, while ODM receives Ksh.168 million, according to Registrar of Political Parties Ann Nderitu. The allocations for the Financial Year 2023/2024 were announced in a gazette notice published on Friday. United Democratic Alliance (UDA) emerged with the largest share, receiving slightly …

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced his support for President Ruto’s leadership, affirming his commitment to realizing the Kenya Kwanza manifesto. Gachagua made these remarks on Saturday at the burial of Mzee Gerald Gikonyo Kanyuria in Kangema, Murang’a, noting that he is currently focused on implementing projects and tasks assigned by …

Moses Kuria, the Public Service Cabinet Secretary, has rejected suggestions of tension between President William Ruto and his deputy, Rigathi Gachaagua. During an appearance on Citizen TV’s ‘The Explainer’ show on Tuesday evening, Kuria dismissed speculation about a potential fallout between the country’s top two leaders, insisting that they maintain …

Ngilu urged Raila to nominate Kalonzo Musyoka as the Azimio flagbearer for the 2027 elections, seeing it as a boost to Kalonzo’s presidential aspirations. She highlighted Raila’s departure from local politics for an AU role, leaving Kalonzo as a natural successor within the Azimio camp. Ngilu emphasized the historical support …

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, along with other young MPs, strongly denounce divisive politics and advocate for national unity in Kenya. They criticize leaders who aim to divide the nation along tribal lines, asserting that such tactics are outdated. Emphasizing the equality enshrined in the …