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Gachagua’s Church Visit Controversy: DCI Responds to “Misleading” Claims

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has denied claims that its detectives attempted to prevent former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from attending a church

November 13, 2024

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Kalonzo Threatens Street Protests Against Proposed Tax Reforms

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has pledged to lead street protests if the Kenya Kwanza government moves forward with plans to reintroduce parts of

November 12, 2024

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Aisha Jumwa Teases Return to ODM While Announcing Gubernatorial Ambitions

Former Gender Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa has sparked speculation about her potential return to the ODM party following her appearance at Homa Bay Governor

November 12, 2024

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Kuria Predicts New Nationalist Movement For Ruto’s Re-election in 2027

Moses Kuria has hinted at the creation of a new political coalition for the 2027 elections. Kuria claimed he had made the right political

November 12, 2024

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Waruguru Defends Gachagua, Slams Critics of Mount Kenya’s Silence

Former Laikipia Woman Representative Cate Waruguru expressed strong support for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, asserting that he has paid the price for her

November 12, 2024

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DP Kithure Kindiki Vows to Support Ruto’s Vision as UDA Deputy Leader

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has officially appointed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as its new deputy party leader. The party confirmed Kindiki’s appointment on

November 11, 2024

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Ruto Announces Policy Shift to Fulfill Campaign Pledges Starting 2025

President William Ruto has announced a radical shift in his administration’s policy, with plans to fulfill campaign pledges starting in 2025. Speaking in Kwisero,

November 11, 2024

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Atwoli Calls for Constitutional Changes to Block Court Interference with Ruto’s Projects

Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has called for constitutional amendments to prevent individuals from using the courts to block

November 11, 2024

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Sakaja Dismisses Claims of Plot to Oust Wetang’ula as Speaker

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja dismissed rumors claiming there was a plot to remove Moses Wetang’ula as National Assembly Speaker. Speaking at a church service

November 11, 2024

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Magistrate Sets Judgment Date for Waititu, Wife in Kiambu Tender Scandal

Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga has urged the Anti-Corruption Court to convict former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu and his wife, Susan Wangari

November 11, 2024

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‘It’s time for revenge!’ Booker Omole slams Kenyan leaders, calls for the youth to take up power

Communist Party of Kenya Vice-Chairman Booker Omole has continued with his push to pressure the government as he seeks to recruit more youth into

November 11, 2024

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Omanga Appointed to LAP FUND Board After Declining Nairobi Rivers Commission Role

Former nominated Senator Millicent Omanga has been appointed to the board of the Local Authorities Provident Fund (LAP FUND), alongside Samuel Kariuki Maina and

November 11, 2024

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Ichung’wah Threatens Impeachment for Absenteeism in National Assembly

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has issued a stern warning to committee chairpersons and vice-chairpersons, urging them to attend House sessions regularly or

November 8, 2024

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Kalonzo Challenges IEBC to Draw Lessons from US Elections

Kalonzo Musyoka has urged Kenya, particularly the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), to draw lessons from the US elections. The Wiper Party leader

November 7, 2024

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Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley Becomes First Kenyan-Born Member of Minnesota House of Representatives

Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley made history by becoming the first Kenyan-born individual to secure a seat in the Minnesota House of Representatives in the just

November 6, 2024

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Petition Calls for Term Limits for Senators, MPs and MCAs, Aligning Them with Presidency

Parliament has received a petition proposing a law that limits Senators, Members of Parliament (MPs), and Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) to a maximum

November 6, 2024

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Sossion Celebrates Kindiki’s Appointment as DP as a Win for Education

Wilson Sossion praised President William Ruto’s appointment of Kithure Kindiki as Kenya’s third deputy president, calling it a “big reward” for education. The former

November 6, 2024

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“You Can Go Home Anytime”: Opposition Cautions Ruto on Unmet Promises

A group of opposition leaders has warned President William Ruto to start fulfilling the promises he made to Kenyans, or risk being removed from

November 5, 2024

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Public Opposition Forces Senate Committee to Reject Bill on Presidential Term Limit Extension

A recent report submitted to the Senate Justice, Legal Affairs, and Human Rights Committee reveals that over 99 percent of Kenyans who participated in

November 5, 2024

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