Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has said he is confident Kenyans will rally behind the candidate the Opposition picks to face President WilliaRuto in the 2027 General Election, insisting that announcing the flagbearer will be a decisive moment in the race for State House. Speaking to …
Read More »Uhuru Fires Back at Ruto Over Repeated Political Attacks
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has responded to recent criticism from President William Ruto, accusing the Head of State of inconsistency and urging political leaders to exercise restraint in their exchanges. Speaking on Saturday at the burial of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, in …
Read More »Methu Puts Uhuru on the Spot With Surprise ‘Sponyo’ Joke
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 …
Read More »PHOTOS: Uhuru, Kalonzo, Matiang’i and Other Leaders Join Karua Family in Mourning
The Karua family was joined by political leaders, relatives, friends and mourners in Kirinyaga on Saturday as they gathered to pay their final respects to Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua. Mzee Jackson was laid to rest at the family home in Kathande, Gichugu, after …
Read More »Ruto Leads Leaders Mourning Martha Karua’s Father
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 …
Read More »Who Would Win If Elections Were Held Today?
President William Ruto is the most popular potential presidential candidate, according to a nationwide opinion poll released by research firm Infotrak on July 13, 2026. The survey places Ruto at the top with 32 per cent support, giving him a significant lead over former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, who ranks …
Read More »Muturi: I’ll Back Kalonzo if I Lose Opposition Ticket
Democratic Party leader Justine Muturi has declared that he would support Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka for the presidency if he is not picked as the United Opposition’s flag bearer in the 2027 General Election. Speaking on the contest for the opposition ticket, Muturi said that among the coalition principals, Kalonzo …
Read More »Why Matiang’i Was Seen With Junet and Arati
Jubilee deputy party leader Fred Matiang’i has dismissed speculation that recently circulated photographs showing him with Suna East MP Junet Mohamed and Kisii Governor Simba Arati were evidence of a political meeting. The photos, widely shared on social media, show the three leaders posing together inside what appears to be …
Read More »Karua: I’ll Only Return After Museveni Exits Power
People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has declared that she will only travel back to Uganda after President Yoweri Museveni is no longer in power. Her remarks come days after she was denied entry into Uganda and deported upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport on June 22 while travelling …
Read More »Karua: I Want Opposition Flag Bearer Seat Not Running Mate
People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has reaffirmed her intention to contest for the United Opposition’s presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 General Election, stating that she is not interested in serving as a running mate. Karua said she is focused on securing the coalition’s top seat but remains …
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