Politics

The ruling party in Tanzania, Chama cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has passed a resolution nominating President Samia Suluhu Hassan as its presidential candidate in the general elections expected to be held later this year. The resolution was passed by the CCM General Assembly, which is the final decision-making body for the …

President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has merged with Amani National Congress (ANC) to create the United Democratic Party. Cecily Mbarire, UDA chairperson, announced that Lamu Governor Issa Timamy, who was ANC’s leader, will take on the role of deputy party leader in the new formation. As a result, …

Mozambique’s new president Daniel Chapo, of the ruling FRELIMO party, has been officially sworn in as president of Mozambique in a private ceremony held under tight security in Maputo. His inauguration follows months of unrest that left 300 people dead, according to election monitoring group Plataforma Decide. In his speech, …

Raila Odinga has taken his campaign for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson position to Zimbabwe. On Monday, the former Prime Minister arrived in Zimbabwe, where he was warmly welcomed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa. “We landed in Harare today and received a warm welcome from President Mnangagwa,” Raila shared on …

On Monday, President William Ruto met with former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi, just days after Kiraitu expressed concerns that the region was being sidelined by the government. Last month, Kiraitu accused President Ruto of neglecting the Meru community in top government appointments since the formation of the broad-based administration. Photos …

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced plans to register approximately 5.6 million new voters ahead of the 2027 general elections. This figure highlights the significant voting bloc that presidential candidates will target, particularly as youth, often referred to as Gen Z, are expected to play a crucial …

Martha Karua, the leader of Narc Kenya, has officially announced her plans to run for president in the upcoming 2027 General Election. Speaking at a burial ceremony in Kiandieri, Kirinyaga County, Karua stated that she is no longer interested in being anyone’s running mate, signaling her intention to vie for …

Bungoma, January 3, 2025 – Minority Leader in the National Assembly, Junet Mohammed, has called on political leaders and Kenyans alike to moderate their rhetoric and wait for the 2027 general elections, emphasizing the importance of patience in Kenya’s democratic process. Speaking during the burial of Mama Anne Nanyama, the …

President William Ruto has expressed confidence that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will secure the position of African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. Ruto stated that Raila’s candidacy has made significant progress and garnered considerable support thus far. He revealed that before launching Raila’s bid, they consulted with Uganda’s President Yoweri …

By: CNN Jimmy Carter was widely revered for championing human rights during and after his presidency. He served one term as governor of Georgia and president of the United States from 1977 to 1981. Here is a look at some key moments in his life: 1953 – Works on his own farm in …