Politics

By: Mary Muthoni The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is set to hold the Repeat Phase III grassroots elections on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in 18 counties as part of efforts to strengthen its local leadership structures. In a media briefing ahead of the exercise, the party announced that the polls …

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has cautioned leaders linked to the Linda Mwananchi movement against transforming the faction into a separate political party. According to Natembeya, such a move could divide the opposition and unintentionally boost President William Ruto’s chances of securing another term in office. Click here to join …

Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi has shared what he says was the reason President William Ruto selected Rigathi Gachagua as his running mate during the 2022 General Election. According to Muturi, the choice was largely influenced by political strategy and regional considerations. He claimed that the matter was discussed the …

The Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party has announced a significant leadership reshuffle, removing several senior politicians from key coalition positions. In a statement on Monday following a joint meeting of the Coalition Council and the National Coalition Executive Council, the party said the affected leaders stepped down after …

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has suffered a political blow after Lurambi MP Titus Khamala defected to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Khamala, currently serving his second term in Parliament, announced his move during a meeting held at his Shibuli home on Sunday night following a four-hour discussion. Click …

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Nairobi businesswoman Agnes Kagure have taken an early lead in the race for the 2027 Nairobi County gubernatorial seat, according to a recent opinion poll by the Centre for African Progress (CAP). The survey, released on March 5, 2026, places Babu Owino slightly ahead …

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Oginga has rejected allegations that he receives instructions from State House, saying he makes decisions independently based on what he believes is best for his constituents. Oburu said his many years in politics have given him the experience to determine when and how …

President William Ruto has said that his working relationship with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will be founded on equality and mutual benefit. According to the President, the cooperation between the two sides will rely on trust and shared gains. “Our relationship with ODM will be one of equals,” Ruto …

A growing political rivalry is emerging between former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, as the two leaders compete for influence in the vote-rich Mt Kenya region. In recent weeks, the two have appeared to mirror each other’s political activities, with each making strategic visits aimed at …

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has pushed forward the repeat Phase III grassroots elections in Nakuru County to prevent a scheduling conflict with the upcoming Safari Rally Kenya set to take place in the region. In a notice issued on March 6, the UDA National Elections Board announced that the …