ELECTION 2022

Martha Karua: The rise of the Iron Lady

Politics

Narc Kenya leader’s parents describe her as decisive, firm but obedient and respectful. Karua defended President Kibaki after the disputed 2007 elections and walked out on Moi.
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By Ndung’u Gachane | 6 hours ago

Martha Karua: The rise of the Iron Lady

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Raila, Karua: Strange bedfellows with rich reform credentials

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Watch this space, Martha Karua pledges to deliver Mt Kenya votes

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So close yet so far: Murang'a hope for presidency dimmed

The case is different for Murang’a whose fortunes evaporated inches to the dream. Former Maragua MP said historical sacrifices by Murang’a are too great to be wished away.

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By Winfrey Owino | 1 day ago

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BUSINESS

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Rejected Kalonzo picks Sunkuli as running mate

Mr Musyoka declared that he will be contesting for the presidential seat after his hopes to be Azimio la Umoja presidential candidate Raila Odinga’s running mate were thwarted.

By Edwin Nyarangi | 6 hours ago

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Raila picks Martha Karua for deputy, calls her fighter with safe pair of hands

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By Judah Ben-Hur | 6 hours ago

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Martha Karua has always exhibited leadership, parents speak

Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua's parents, Jackson Karua and Josephine Wanjiru have described her as clever, hardworking and a natural leader whose traits developed from a very early age.

By Stephanie Wangari | 11 hours ago

By Stephanie Wangari | 11 hours ago

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Kenyans give thanks for a job well done after their triumph in Brazil

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So close yet so far: Murang'a hope for presidency dimmed

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Skilled but no papers? You are hired

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