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Gachagua Revives ‘One Man One Vote One Shilling’ Formula

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says he will push for adopting the one-man-one-shilling formula to ensure fairness and equity in allocating funds to counties. Gachagua

May 13, 2024

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‘Ukiachwa Achika..’ CS Linturi Told After Blaming Former Spouse For Impeachment Woes

The longstanding troubled relationship between former bedfellows, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi and Aldai MP Marianne Kitany, resurfaced during the impeachment hearing of the

May 9, 2024

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MP Spearheading Linturi’s Removal Motion Alleges Threats to Life

Bumula MP Jack Wamboka, initiator of the impeachment motion against Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi, claims his life is under threat. During Tuesday’s pre-trial hearing,

May 9, 2024

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President Ruto Invited to Atlanta By Mayor Andre Dickens

President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto are set to visit Atlanta, Georgia, from May 20 to 21 ahead of a state visit

May 9, 2024

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Mwangi Wa Iria’s Wife Granted Bail on Ksh.5M Bond in Ksh351M Corruption Case

On Tuesday, Jane Waigwe Kimani, wife of former Murang’a Governor Mwangi Wa Iria, appeared in court before Milimani Anti-Corruption Magistrate Victor Wakhumile to enter

May 8, 2024

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Special Parliamentary Session Called to Determine Linturi’s Impeachment

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, in a notice on Monday, recalled MPs from their recess for a special sitting next week. Wetang’ula announced that

May 7, 2024

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Raila Urges Kenyans to Stand Firm and Defend Democracy

Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga has urged Kenyans to defend the democratic gains that the country has made over the years. Among the

May 6, 2024

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DP Gachagua Tells Politicians to Prioritize Service Delivery Over Propaganda

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has told political leaders to concentrate on service delivery and refrain from spreading propaganda and engaging in idle talk. He

May 6, 2024

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MPs Greenlight Motion for Removal of CS Mithika Linturi

The National Assembly approved a motion to dismiss Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi on Thursday. Lawmakers voted to form a select committee to investigate

May 3, 2024

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Kenyans Rank CS Linturi as Worst Performer in Ruto’s Cabinet

As if facing imminent impeachment wasn’t enough, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi ranks as the worst-performing minister in President William Ruto’s handpicked cabinet. A

May 3, 2024

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Parliament to Debate Dismissal of CS Linturi Following Wetangula’s Approval of Motion

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula this week endorsed a motion to impeach Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi. The motion, proposed by Bumula Member of Parliament

May 2, 2024

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Hope Takes Center Stage for This Month’s National Prayer Breakfast

Under the leadership of Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, the Kenya National Assembly has announced plans to host the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 30.

May 2, 2024

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Ex-Governor Mwangi wa Iria Remanded at Industrial Area Prison

Former Murang’a Governor Mwangi Wa Iria is remanded at Industrial Area Prison after pleading not guilty to various corruption charges, including abuse of office,

May 2, 2024

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Oparanya Reveals Source of Viral Images with his Lover

Former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya has responded to the recent viral photos of him with his lover circulating online. Gossip columnists and bloggers have

April 30, 2024

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Ruto Secures Zimbabwe’s Support for Raila Odinga’s AU Bid

President William Ruto has secured Zimbabwe’s support for Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission chairmanship. Kenya has presented its candidature for AUC

April 29, 2024

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“I am succeeding in my work,” Linturi Responds to Looming Impeachment

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has brushed off plans by some leaders to impeach him over the fake fertilizer scandal, stating that his conscience

April 29, 2024

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Photos of President Ruto Officially Opening Bunge Tower

On Thursday, President William Ruto officially opened the Ultra-modern Kes.9.6 billion Bunge Tower in Nairobi. The launch, initially scheduled for Friday, April 19, was

April 26, 2024

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Motion Filed to Impeach Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi

Bumula Member of Parliament Jack Wamboka has filed a notice of motion to impeach Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi. MP Wamboka mentioned that the

April 26, 2024

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Ruto Vows Zero Tolerance for Political Assassinations During His Tenure

President William Ruto led the country in giving the late Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla a befitting send-off. General Ogolla was

April 22, 2024

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