Politics

President Uhuru Kenyatta, leading the African Union Election Observation Mission in South Africa, convened with the nation’s security officials on Monday, in anticipation of Wednesday’s General Elections. ALSO READ: Taxman Extends Hours for Tax Returns Until June 30 The security personnel, comprising members of the National Operational and Intelligent Structure, …

The African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) has arrived in South Africa ahead of the 29 May 2024 General Elections. At the invitation of the Government of South Africa and the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) of South Africa, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, approved the …

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 …