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Wiper Patriotic Front has dismissed claims that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, is scheduled to meet Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) officials on Monday to discuss supporting Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s 2027 presidential ambitions. The party, through its spokesperson and lawyer Ndegwa Njiru, rejected the claims made by DCP Deputy …

Nyandarua Senator John Methu jokingly challenged former President Uhuru Kenyatta to live up to his “sponyo” nickname by giving the public something to associate with the moniker. Methu made the light-hearted remarks on Saturday while delivering his condolences at the funeral of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party …

President William Ruto has joined leaders across Kenya in mourning Mwalimu Jackson Karua, the father of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, who died on Sunday, September 27, 2026. In his condolence message, Ruto described the late Mwalimu Karua as a dedicated teacher who devoted his life to education …

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has criticised what he described as attempts to use the legacy of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga for political purposes, saying opposition leaders should remain united in defending the ideals associated with him. Speaking in Bondo, Siaya County, on Sunday, September 27, …

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned 53 companies he alleges are involved in the production and distribution of illicit alcohol that their operations could be shut down if the United Opposition forms the next government. Speaking while addressing a diaspora caucus in Dallas, Texas, Gachagua accused …

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has reiterated his belief that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, despite the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold President William Ruto’s victory. Speaking at a Jubilee Party officials’ meeting in Nairobi on Tuesday, Uhuru also rejected suggestions that he failed to adequately …

The Azimio la Umoja coalition has adopted a new name, with opposition leaders announcing that the political outfit will now operate as the Ukombozi Alliance. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka announced the change on Monday, saying parties within the coalition had unanimously agreed to rebrand the alliance as they prepare …

Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi has rejected reports of divisions within the Linda Mwananchi Movement, insisting that its leaders remain united in their efforts to build a political platform capable of forming the next government. Osotsi alleged that the government was attempting to create divisions within the movement but maintained that …

A growing number of Kenyan journalists and media personalities are exploring a transition from newsrooms to elective politics ahead of the 2027 General Election. Some have already announced their political ambitions, while others have resigned from media jobs or become publicly associated with particular constituencies. For some, however, the reported …

Citizen TV journalist and Nyakach parliamentary aspirant Trevor Ombija has claimed that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua sought his dismissal from Royal Media Services (RMS) following a heated television interview. Ombija made the claim on Friday, September 18, while addressing residents in Nyakach as he stepped up his campaign for …