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Ruto Warns, Kenya’s Progress at Risk If Criticism Continues Without Factual Basis

President William Ruto has called on Kenyans to offer honest and fact-based criticism while challenging the policies of his Kenya Kwanza administration. Speaking at

December 13, 2024

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US Representative Huldah Momanyi Describes Ruto as a Leader with a Heart for Kenyans

Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley, the first Kenyan-born member of the US House of Representatives, expressed her thoughts on President William Ruto, describing him as a

December 13, 2024

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Sonko: “God Will Defend Me” as Court Orders Retrial of Ksh20M Corruption Case

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has instructed his lawyers to appeal a High Court ruling that overturned his acquittal in a Ksh20 million corruption

December 13, 2024

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Kimani Ichung’wah Explains Why He Turned Down Cabinet Role

Kikuyu Member of Parliament Kimani Ichung’wah stated that he has no intention of serving as a Cabinet Secretary. In an interview with a local

December 13, 2024

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Behind the Scenes: How Kimani Ichung’wah Nudged Ruto to Engage Uhuru and Raila

National Assembly Majority Leader, Kimani Ichung’wah, played a key role in encouraging President William Ruto to personally reach out to both opposition leader Raila

December 12, 2024

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How Ruto Secretly Met Nyanza MPs at State House on Tuesday Night

Late Tuesday evening, President William Ruto hosted a secretive gathering at State House, Nairobi. The meeting brought together key lawmakers from opposition leader Raila

December 12, 2024

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Raila To Debate AUC Opponents on Live TV… Date, Time and How To Watch

Tomorrow, Friday 13, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, a high-stakes event will unfold on live television screens across Africa. The Africa Leadership Debate, also known

December 12, 2024

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Nelson Havi: Uhuru is Politically Insignificant in Mt. Kenya

Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) president Nelson Havi has downplayed President William Ruto’s recent visit to former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s Gatundu residence, calling

December 12, 2024

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BBI Season 2 Cannot Wait: Moses Kuria Calls for Urgent Constitutional Reform

President William Ruto’s Economic Advisor, Moses Kuria, has called on President Ruto, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga to initiate

December 11, 2024

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President Ruto Clarifies Purpose of Visit to Uhuru Kenyatta

President William Ruto has explained the reason behind his unexpected visit to former President Uhuru Kenyatta at his Gatundu home on Monday. The visit

December 11, 2024

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Atwoli Attacks ‘Son’ Sakaja for Turning Nairobi into ‘The Dirtiest City in East Africa’

Since the new administration took over in 2022, Kenya’s capital Nairobi has become indistinguishable from impoverished or war-torn African towns. An alliance between an

December 10, 2024

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Kalonzo Slams Ruto’s Proxies for Delaying IEBC Reconstitution Process

Kalonzo Musyoka has accused President William Ruto of using proxies to file court cases to delay the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries

December 10, 2024

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PHOTOS: President Ruto Pays Visit to Uhuru Kenyatta at His Gatundu Residence

On Monday, December 9, President William Ruto visited former President Uhuru Kenyatta at his Gatundu home in Kiambu County. State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed

December 9, 2024

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Government Explains Delay in Reconstituting IEBC Amid Public Pressure

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has addressed the government’s delay in reconstituting the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), citing a court injunction as the

December 9, 2024

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NCCK Calls on Kenyans to Recall Underperforming MPs

The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has intensified its criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, continuing its vocal opposition to government actions.

December 5, 2024

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Sifuna Criticizes Joho’s Threats and Ruto’s ‘Pepo Chafu’ Remarks to Critics

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna indicated that the Senate will summon Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho over threats made against Kenyans who criticized the government

December 5, 2024

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Fear Grips Gachagua Allies as They Decry State Tactics, ‘We Can’t Even Go to Church’

Political leaders allied with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have raised concerns about their safety, claiming they live in constant fear. Speaking in Nyeri

December 5, 2024

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Joho Reacts to Leaked Phone Number and Slams Kenyans Praying for Leaders’ Death

Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho recently became the latest political leader to receive “greetings” from Kenyans after his phone

December 4, 2024

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Wajackoyah Confirms Candidacy for 2027 Presidential Election

Former presidential candidate George Wajackoyah has confirmed he will take another shot at the House on the Hill in the 2027 general election. Speaking

December 4, 2024

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MP Accuses Gachagua of Vendetta Against Ruto: ‘You Should Have Resigned’

Kacheliba MP Titus Lotee has called out former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his alleged plan to expose President William Ruto. Lotee expressed his

December 4, 2024

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