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Former Presidential Advisor Moses Kuria has expressed confidence that President William Ruto could win re-election in the next General Election even without relying on support from the Mount Kenya region. Kuria argued that the results of three by-elections held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, reflect the growing nationwide support for …

Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado has had his Sh73.5 million corruption case formally withdrawn after the court adopted a plea agreement, effectively bringing years of legal proceedings to an end. In its ruling delivered on Friday, the court held that the plea deal met the required legal standards under the …

A 37-year-old man has died after reportedly falling into a septic tank while conducting drainage work in Matungulu, Machakos County. Police said the incident occurred on Wednesday, May 13, at Afya Phase One Estate in the Malaa area after the case was reported to authorities. Officers who visited the scene …

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua is scheduled to travel to the United Kingdom on Friday, May 15, as part of efforts to mobilise funding ahead of the 2027 General Election. The former Deputy President confirmed the trip while attending the funeral of Ann Nyatoro Ndung’u, mother of …

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has hit out at his political opponents, accusing them of spreading propaganda instead of prioritising development in the county. Speaking on Thursday during an event at the Kiambu County Headquarters, Wamatangi defended his administration’s track record, especially in the health sector, while dismissing allegations of poor …

The Maendeleo Chap Chap Party has dismissed proposals to dissolve and merge with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), insisting that it will continue operating as an independent party within the Kenya Kwanza Alliance. The resolution was made during a National Governing Council (NGC) meeting chaired by party leader and …

Members of Parliament have expressed concern over the proposed 2026/27 budget after key tourism agencies were left without any funding allocation, warning that the move could undermine Kenya’s tourism growth strategy. The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Tourism and Wildlife questioned the decision to exclude several Semi-Autonomous Government Agencies (SAGAs) …

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has moved to calm concerns over a proposed 25 per cent tax on smartphones, saying the changes are aimed at streamlining taxes and could even lower the overall cost of phones. Speaking on Monday during a briefing on the 2026 Finance Bill at the Treasury …

Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has publicly backed former Kirinyaga Woman Representative Wangui Ngirici for the Kirinyaga governor seat in the 2027 General Election. Mwangaza announced her support during a political rally in Kirinyaga County, where the two leaders appeared together at a mobilisation event attended by supporters from across …

Infidelity is often thought to happen later in relationships, but experts say it can begin much earlier—even within the first few months of marriage. Specialists explain that cheating is rarely triggered by a single cause. Instead, it often stems from a mix of unmet expectations, personal experiences, and the overall …