Tag Archives: Kenya politics

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says a determined government could make significant progress in fighting corruption within its first year in office, arguing that the effort must start with the President and extend across the entire government. Speaking to business leaders at Silo Modern Farmhouse in Kansas City, Missouri, on …

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced a Sh1 billion allocation to the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC) to purchase locally produced rice before the government permits imports. Kindiki said the initiative is intended to shield farmers from falling market prices while helping the country build adequate food reserves by buying …

Nairobi Senator and Linda Mwananchi leader Edwin Sifuna has met US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Susan Burns in Nairobi, adding to a series of recent engagements between the senator and foreign diplomats. Sifuna on Friday, September 18, shared photos of his meeting with Burns and her team at the diplomat’s residence …

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has announced plans to relinquish his position as Jubilee Party leader following a recent High Court ruling. The decision comes after Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled on September 14 that former presidents cannot hold positions in political parties for more than six months after leaving office. However, …

Comedian Sammy Kioko has received a significant boost to his 2027 Mavoko parliamentary bid after fellow comedian Tom Daktari donated KSh210,000 and a Prado to support his campaign. Tom made the contribution on Friday, September 11, 2026, during an event where Kioko officially unveiled his candidature for the Mavoko MP …

Chaos erupted during a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) mobilisation meeting at Nembure Stadium in Manyatta Constituency, Embu County, with several vehicles reportedly set ablaze. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was reportedly evacuated from the venue after the situation escalated, disrupting a meeting that had been organised to mobilise UDA polling centre …

First Lady Rachel Ruto has called for healing, reconciliation and hope as the rebuilt KAG Christian Life Assembly Church in Kiambaa, Uasin Gishu County, was officially reopened nearly 20 years after the site became associated with the 2007–2008 post-election violence. Rachel presided over the reopening ceremony on Friday, September 11, …

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged Embakasi East MP Babu Owino to exercise patience as opposition parties work towards settling on a joint presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election. Speaking in the United States on Saturday, Gachagua said there was still plenty of time for opposition parties to …

An opposition rally in Garissa town was disrupted on Saturday after a group of youths allegedly threw stones at political leaders and their supporters, forcing some politicians to seek safety inside their vehicles. The incident happened as Nyali MP Mohamed Ali addressed the gathering alongside Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo …

Comedian Sammy Kioko has officially entered the political arena after declaring his intention to vie for the Mavoko Constituency parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election. Kioko made the announcement on Friday, September 11, 2026, during an event held to officially unveil his candidature. Addressing supporters, friends, family and members …