Kenya

By: Nicholas Wambua Kitui County Governor, Dr. Julius Makau Malombe, has issued a stern message to Senator Enock Kiio Wambua, urging him to set aside personal interests and focus on his oversight duties instead of engaging in clashes with the county government. Speaking in Kitui on Wednesday, Malombe emphasized the …

Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper party, pledges to annul the Housing Levy as his first act upon assuming the presidency, citing concerns over its misuse. He asserts that the levy, which he deems a “Slush Fund,” will be abolished through his inaugural Executive Order. Kalonzo stresses his intention to …

Abiud Ochilang’ole, the former representative of Amukura West Ward in the County Assembly, has passed away, as confirmed by the party on Monday evening. The party disclosed that Ochilang’ole passed away following a short period of illness, as stated in an official announcement. Having served two terms from 2013 to …

Gathoni Wamuchomba, the Member of Parliament for Githunguri, continues to express skepticism about the direction of the country, despite President William Ruto’s assurances of economic stability. The outspoken legislator from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) reiterated her criticism of the ruling party on Monday, January 29, suggesting that Ruto had …

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called upon the Council of Governors (CoG) and state agencies to expedite the clearance of outstanding bills for the fiscal year 2022/23. Gachagua convened a meeting at his Karen residence on Monday, hosting the CoG, state agencies, and senior government officials for the 22nd Ordinary …

President William Ruto expressed strong disapproval towards disruptive behavior exhibited by a group of unruly youth during a public event in Kiutine, Meru County, on Friday. The youth were heckling Governor Kawira Mwangaza as she addressed the gathering, prompting Ruto to intervene. (“Siasa hii ya makelele mimi sitaki. Hii ni …

Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo has asserted that the executive branch has gained significant influence over the legislature, rendering lawmakers unable to perform their duties independently. Maanzo, who transitioned from being a Member of Parliament for Makueni in 2013 to a Senator in 2022, alleges interference in parliamentary affairs by President …

According to Thirdway Alliance Kenya party leader Ekuru Aukot, Kenya’s opposition has failed in its oversight role due to being allegedly “bought” by the ruling party, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Aukot claims that the opposition, including Azimio, has been working in tandem with the government while publicly pretending to …

Opposition leader Raila Odinga has rejected the move to remove Junet Mohamed, the Member of Parliament for Suna East, from key leadership roles within the party. During a meeting with party delegates in Hola, Tana River County, Raila dismissed the rumors of ejecting the party’s minority whip, emphasizing that such …

Kimani Ichung’wah, the Kikuyu Member of Parliament and National Assembly Majority Leader, has proposed a significant change to the governorship position. Speaking to a gathering on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Ichung’wah recommended that the county governor role be exclusively reserved for women. According to Ichung’wah, implementing this proposal would benefit …