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President William Ruto, on Tuesday, March 31, shared a clip of his vision for Gikomba Market amid an uproar over the night demolitions that left traders stranded. In the clip shared by Ruto, the Head of State compiled videos of his past remarks in which he disclosed plans to build a modern market at Gikomba. … Continue reading “Ruto shares video of proposed Gikomba market after demolitions”
Mama Dorothy Baya Mweri, the mother of the deputy leader of the majority side and Kilifi North Member of Parliament, Owen Baya, has passed away. The National Assembly Speaker, Moses Wetang’ula, confirmed the death on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, during the National Assembly proceedings. Wetang’ula informed the House that the late Dorothy Baya passed away on … Continue reading “ODM MP Owen Baya’s mother dies”
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula on Tuesday, March 31, rejected a bid by Azimio Leader Kalonzo Musyoka to remove Junet Mohamed as the Leader of the Minority. Speaking on the floor of the House, Wetangula questioned the authenticity of the letter purported to be from Azimio, stating that it was full of typographical and grammatical … Continue reading “Wetang’ula rejects Kalonzo’s bid to replace Junet over typing error”
Embakasi East Member of Parliament (MP) Babu Owino has responded to critics after referring to Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua as “fadhe”, meaning a father figure, during a live radio interview on Friday, March 13, 2026. The remark sparked debate on social media, with some of the lawmaker’s critics claiming that … Continue reading “Babu Owino responds to critics after calling Gachagua ‘fadhe’ on live radio”
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced that by-elections will be held in three areas across the country. In a notice on Sunday, March 15, the commission confirmed that the by-elections are scheduled to take place on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The electoral exercise will include the election of a Member of the … Continue reading “IEBC announces dates for by-elections in 3 areas”
Staff at former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju’s Dari Business Park along Ngong Road in Karen held a Sunday service outside the premises as the ongoing controversy surrounding the property intensified. About two-dozen employees set up chairs along the fence of the compound, gathering to worship in an improvised open-air service. A video circulating on social … Continue reading “Tuju’s employees hold Sunday service outside Karen property”
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has intimated that a team of volunteer IT experts are working to restore the Linda Mwananchi website which was pulled down after alleged cyberattacks. According to the embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary-General, the movement is working with youthful experts from foreign nations who will reopen the website to continue their … Continue reading “IT experts from London, USA working to restore Linda Mwananchi website; Sifuna”
Citizen TV has established that President William Ruto’s name has been invoked in a series of meetings in which senior government operatives are alleged to have pushed for changes in the board of The Nairobi Hospital, amid claims of intimidation and an intensifying scramble for control of the multi‑billion shilling facility. Sources familiar with the … Continue reading “Nairobi Hospital board ‘living in fear’ amid claims of intimidation and takeover bid”
A day after the death of Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno in a helicopter crash, residents are revisiting remarks he made during a public event that have since taken on haunting significance. On Thursday, Ngeno delivered a speech laced with humour, faith and reflection about life and destiny while presiding over the issuance of bursaries … Continue reading “MP Ngeno’s afterlife message a day before death sparks reactions”
President William Ruto has condemned strikes by Iran targeting Middle East nations, including the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar. In a statement on Monday, March 2, the President warned that the regionalization of the conflict represents a grave danger to international peace and security. “Kenya strongly condemns the strikes on the UAE, Qatar, Saudi … Continue reading “Ruto condemns strikes on UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia by Iran”
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has dismissed any possibility of extending the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and Raila Odinga’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) beyond the March 7 deadline. Speaking in an interview with K24, Sifuna maintained that the agreement, signed on March 7, 2025, did not contain any … Continue reading “Go to Bondo for Baba’s signature, Sifuna says on MoU extension”
The president-elect of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), Charles Kanjama, has found himself at the centre of a growing online storm following his response to concerns about ongoing abductions and broader rule of law issues. The debate intensified in the wake of the arrest of content creator Peter Kimani, popularly known as Menelik Kimani, … Continue reading “LSK president-elect Charles Kanjama under fire over abduction comments”
Meru politics has taken a new turn after former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi claimed he helped raise Ksh100 million to influence the Senate during the impeachment of former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza. Speaking in a night interview on a local TV station on Sunday, March 1, 2026, Linturi said he mobilised the money from … Continue reading “I helped raise Ksh100M to influence Kawira Mwangaza’s impeachment at the Senate; Linturi”
Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga has maintained that there is no bad blood between her and her elder brother and ODM party leader, Oburu Odinga. In a statement issued on Monday, March 1, Ruth dismissed claims that she had disrespected Oburu by not taking sides in the ongoing party wrangles. She reiterated her position that … Continue reading “Ruth Odinga addresses bad blood between her and Oburu”
Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno is among six people dead after a helicopter they were travelling in crashed and burst into flames on the edge of Chepkieb Forest in Mosop, Nandi County, on Saturday evening. The chopper went down at about 4.45pm, moments after attempting to take off from a makeshift landing site near the … Continue reading “Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno among 6 dead in helicopter crash”
Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed defended President William Ruto’s government and the Orange Democratic Movement’s (ODM) role in it during a recent homecoming event for Principal Secretary Pareno in Kajiado County, on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Junet addressed critics who question the implementation of the 10-point agenda—the agreement between ODM and the United … Continue reading “60% of this government would be ODM if Raila was still alive; Junet Mohamed”
Iranian state media have confirmed that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed at his office in the Israeli-US attacks on Iran, following earlier reports of his killing by US and Israeli officials. A 40-day mourning period for the longtime Iranian leader has been announced. The Sunday confirmation comes after Iran’s Tasnim and Mehr news … Continue reading “Iran confirms Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dead after US-Israeli attacks”
Authorities have released details of the passengers who were on board the ill-fated helicopter that crashed in Mosop, Nandi County on Saturday February 28, 2026, claiming six lives. The helicopter, registration 5Y-D5B, went down at 4:45 pm at Chepkieb area shortly after take off. The area chief who reported the incident said they rushed to … Continue reading “Details of passengers who perished with MP Johana Ng’eno in helicopter crash”
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has formally withdrawn from the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition following a resolution by the National Executive Committee (NEC). ODM has written to the Secretary General of Azimio and copied the communication to the Registrar of Political Parties, giving a 90-day notice. ODM addressed the letter to Junet Mohamed, … Continue reading “ODM issues formal notice to withdraw from Azimio Coalition”
Police in Kakamega have arrested 14 goons suspected of causing chaos during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Kakamega County. Speaking on Tuesday, February 24, Western Region Police Commander Issa Mohamud confirmed that the suspects were nabbed when police officers pulled over a private vehicle. Mohamud disclosed that the suspects were found in possession of crude … Continue reading “Police arrest goons who disrupted Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi rally”
Members of Parliament have poked holes in what they termed an extravagant 2027 election budget presented by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). The lawmakers were shocked by a request of over Ksh.1 billion for meals alone, in what they say amounts to an expensive election. IEBC stated that it requires Ksh.63.9 billion for … Continue reading “IEBC seeks Ksh.63B for 2027 General Election, Ksh.1.1B allocated for meals”
ODM rebels opposed to the broad-based government were on Tuesday kicked out of powerful committees in the National Assembly and moved to less lucrative ones, as the government-leaning team of the party moved in to crack the whip. Suba South MP Caroli Omondi was ejected from the powerful Constitution Implementation and Oversight Committee, with his … Continue reading “Caroli Omondi, Ruth Odinga among ODM rebels removed from powerful committees”
The Kenya Airports Authority has come out to refute claims that there were armed goons at the Kisumu International Airport on Saturday, February 21. In a statement, the KAA described claims by sections of the Linda Wananchi tour organisers as inaccurate, with the authority reiterating that airport premises remained extremely secure as per protocol. “KAA … Continue reading “Kenya Airports Authority responds to Sifuna’s claims of armed goons at Kisumu Airport”
The Young and Emerging Leaders Advocacy Forum (Yelaf) has postponed its planned visit to the Ichaweri home of former president Uhuru Kenyatta, citing security concerns and the need for further consultations. YELAF Chairperson Samuel Kagwe said the organisation will announce a new date after completing internal planning and coordinating with the Office of the Fourth … Continue reading “Youth group responds after cancellation of planned Uhuru meeting”
A Toyota Probox vehicle was torched on Monday, February 23, in Keroka, Kisii County, as supporters of Jubilee Candidate, Fred Matiang’i, clashed with suspected goons. The vehicle purported to be ferrying goons was forced off the road by irate supporters who barricaded the road. Several occupants fled the scene, save for two, who the pro-opposition … Continue reading “Vehicle torched as Matiang’i supporters confront goons in Kisii”
Kenyan authorities have successfully foiled an abduction of a Tanzanian activist from Kenya, preventing a cross-border rendition to Tanzania. In a notice issued by the Law Society of Kenya and Amnesty International, police officers drawn from Lukenya and Kyumbi police posts, alongside DCI detectives, together with other national and county security agencies, swiftly acted on … Continue reading “Three arrested after failed attempt to abduct Tanzanian activist in Kenya”
ODM candidate for the West Kabras MCA by-election, Edward Indimuli, has announced that he has stepped down from the race just three days to the election. Speaking to the press on Monday, February 23, Indimuli claimed that his life was in danger, and endorsed UDA candidate,Elphas Shalakha. “I have stepped down and endorse this young … Continue reading “ODM candidate steps down for UDA in by-election, cites intimidation”
Embattled Senator Edwin Sifuna has downplayed the decision by ODM’s National Executive Committee to dismiss him as the Secretary-General. Speaking during a press conference on Thursday, February 12, Sifuna maintained that he was still the Secretary-General of the Orange Party. He disclosed that he will not go down without a fight and would challenge the … Continue reading “Senator Sifuna maintains he is still ODM SG”
Siaya Governor James Orengo has called for a full account of the circumstances surrounding the death of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga, claiming unanswered questions continue to linger and must one day be resolved. Orengo said the passing of the longtime political figure remains a mystery to many of his supporters and Kenyans at large, … Continue reading “Raila’s death still remains a mystery, says Orengo”
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has turned down a request by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale to take part in a televised public debate. On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, during a NYOTA youth empowerment event at Garissa High School, Duale proposed a debate with Gachagua on Citizen TV’s JKLive. “President Ruto, leave him (Gachagua) to … Continue reading “I can’t debate you, I want Ruto himself; Gachagua to Duale”