Kenya’s opposition pulled its best stunt yet on April 21, 2026, and the country barely blinked. The Linda Mwanachi-driven protests that were supposed to shake Kenya and rattle State House turned into a damp squib of embarrassing proportions. Kenyans, increasingly wise to the tricks of a rudderless opposition brigade, stayed home, went to work, and […]
President William Ruto is among the founding members expected to grace ODM@20 celebrations in Mombasa this weekend—the Orange Democratic Movement’s first national gathering since the death of its founder, Raila Odinga. The three-day event marks a turning point in Kenya’s political landscape, bringing together ODM veterans and new power brokers eager to inherit Raila’s political […]
Siaya Governor James Orengo has made a surprising political shift, openly praising President William Ruto after months of sharp criticism. Just weeks ago, Orengo had accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of failing Kenyans and even demanded Ruto’s resignation. But on August 31, at St Peter’s ACK Cathedral in Siaya, Orengo welcomed the President warmly, crediting […]
A storm is brewing around Kenya’s democratic calendar. The 2027 General Election might not happen as scheduled. A powerful clique close to President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga is quietly working on a strategy to shift the vote to 2028. Their plan? A national referendum to amend the constitution and push reforms before […]
“Our Governor has under performed. He goes round making noise but not working himself” said the legislator.
After months of whispers and speculation, the wait is over. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is finally stepping into the political ring with a new party set to be launched this week. The announcement, made during a church service in Juja on Sunday, May 11, has set tongues wagging and political calculations shifting. Gachagua’s declaration […]
Kenyans are bracing for leaner times after the National Treasury slashed the 2025/2026 budget by a hefty Ksh23.9 billion. This bold move trims the national budget from Ksh4.263 trillion to Ksh4.24 trillion, reflecting President William Ruto’s shift towards stricter austerity measures. While some sectors like police and defense get a funding boost, key departments including […]
President William Ruto has defended the government’s controversial increase in NSSF deductions, saying it is a game-changing policy meant to strengthen Kenya’s financial independence. Speaking in Nairobi, Ruto hailed the new savings model as a bold step toward reducing the country’s debt burden and building a pool of local capital. With a Ksh1 trillion national […]
The government has officially added two new state lodges in Bungoma and Kwale counties to support President William Ruto’s regional visits. The decision was announced in a gazette notice by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, marking a strategic move to improve presidential accessibility and enhance service delivery during countrywide tours. This brings the total number […]
President William Ruto has praised US President Donald Trump’s decision to recognise only two genders, saying it aligns with Kenya’s belief that boys must remain boys and girls remain girls. Speaking at Global Cathedral Church in Nairobi on Sunday, January 26, Ruto said the move reflects shared values between the two nations. “We are proud […]
Gachagua also used his visit to Karua’s home to call on the Kenyan youth to continue keeping the government in check and to register as voters so that they can realize the change they are yearning for through the ballot come 2027.
President William Ruto’s political strategy is starting to look precarious. As mounting difficulties threaten his grip on power, he seems to see Raila Odinga as his potential savior. Voices in political circles now suggest that attacking Raila is akin to poking at Ruto’s raw nerve. Once, members of the Kenya Kwanza alliance openly criticized […]
This is after the Director of Communications Kanze Dena expressed concerns over the government’s failure to meet the constitutional requirements for the retired head of state.
