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Why 10-point agenda team 'failed to meet Raila's demands'

A committee reviewing the National Dialogue Committee report has been criticised for failing to address key demands raised by Raila Odinga under the ten-point agenda.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago

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How Raila Odinga's 10-point agenda has been betrayed

Raila Odinga’s 10-point agenda stalls as the Agnes Zani-led committee fails to meet its one-year deadline, undermining the MoU with President Ruto.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago

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ODM under siege after parties invade its strongholds

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), once a dominant political force, faces internal divisions and incursions by rival parties that threaten its strongholds.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago

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Oburu-Wanga: Ruto's negotiators or grassroots mobilizers?

ODM leaders aligned with Oburu Odinga are sending mixed signals, simultaneously pledging support for President William Ruto’s reelection while cautioning members against campaigning UDA.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago

Mt Kenya UDA MPs tell ODM to drop running mate claim, back Kindiki

A group of Mt Kenya United Democratic Alliance MPs has urged Orange Democratic Movement to drop claims to the running mate position, backing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki instead.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago

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Why Gachagua's claims have rattled South Rift leaders

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has rattled South Rift Valley leaders after he declared himself the champion of the interests of the region's people.

By Brigid Chemweno 2 months ago

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Rogue police and goons spill blood despite Raila, Ruto peace pact

Incidents of police collaborating with goons to disrupt meetings by anti-government leaders continue, despite a peace pact between Raila Odinga and William Ruto.

By Brigid Chemweno 2 months ago

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Ruto accused of misallocating resources after surpassing full year budget in seven months

William Ruto faces accusations of bribing voters after State House reportedly spent Sh10.4 billion in seven months, exceeding its annual Sh7 billion allocation.

By Brigid Chemweno 2 months ago

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Opposition headed for retreat to agree on candidate to face Ruto

The United Opposition is set to hold a key retreat tomorrow to decide their presidential flagbearer, timing, and coalition strategy.

By Brigid Chemweno 2 months ago

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Mass exodus from ODM as Secretary General Sifuna is kicked out

The ODM party could soon be a shell of its former self, if the mass exit triggered by the ouster of Secretary General Edwin Sifuna boils longer.

By Brigid Chemweno 2 months ago

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One-term plan: Obasanjo's hand in Uhuru-Gachagua-Kalonzo coalition talks

Fresh details have emerged of how former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo is pushing for a meeting between Uhuru and former Gachagua to craft a strong Opposition.

By Brigid Chemweno 2 months ago

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Inside Rigathi Gachagua's love-hate relationship with Uhuru

As efforts emerge seeking to unite Uhuru and Gachagua one would think that they have always worked at cross purposes, but that is not the case.

By Brigid Chemweno 2 months ago

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Inside ODM's fever in UDA

Leaders allied to UDA are increasingly uneasy that many of them could become casualties of an impending pre-election power-sharing pact President Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga.

By Brigid Chemweno 2 months ago

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Ruto accused of dragging feet in executing NADCO report

President Ruto has delayed the implementation of the 10-Point Agenda, intended to compile a plan on governance reforms, including recommendations from the NADCO report.

By Brigid Chemweno 3 months ago

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Why Ndindi Nyoro's Sh500 school fees plan has triggered storm in Parliament

Nyoro’s funding model for 65 day secondary schools has attracted the wrath of legislators who have claimed that he was either using monies that ought to pay teachers, or unexplained sources.

By Brigid Chemweno 3 months ago

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Realignment fear looms as ODM-UDA deal inches closer

Fears are growing that the UDA and ODM pre-election pact could trigger tensions — and even internal ruptures — within both political camps.

By Brigid Chemweno 3 months ago

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Ombudsman orders State to release 5-year capitation records

The Ministry of Education will be required to release the capitation data within 21 days, including the name of school, county, sub-county and ward, as well as the amount of capitation disbursed.

By Brigid Chemweno 3 months ago

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Kick out Ruto and Sakaja in 2027, Gachagua tells city residents

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claimed that instead of putting more money in people’s pockets, President Ruto had taken away the little Kenyans had.

By Brigid Chemweno 3 months ago

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Why Raila's shoes seem too big for Oburu Oginga

ODM party now appears to be operating on autopilot as bickering and infighting among leaders rage, raising serious questions about party leader Oburu Oginga’s ability to steady the ship.

By Brigid Chemweno 3 months ago

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Nyoro to Ruto: Stop politics of distraction, focus on governance

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has accused President Ruto of deploying political foot soldiers to insult former President Uhuru Kenyatta in order to divert attention from issues affecting Kenyans.

By Brigid Chemweno 3 months ago

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Wetang'ula, Mudavadi 'rejection' in Western gives Ruto a headache

Recent political developments, indicate that Ruto’s grip on the Luhya nation is still facing a challenge marked by unity efforts among local leaders and support for alternative political movements.

By Brigid Chemweno 3 months ago

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Ichung'wah hits back at Nyoro on corruption, privatisation claims

Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has dismissed Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro’s criticism of corruption, privatisation and heavy borrowing, accusing him of hypocrisy and double standards.

By Brigid Chemweno 3 months ago

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IEBC in the eye of the storm as it conducts its first poll since set up

Management and results of mini polls will signpost the commission’s readiness, credibility. The body has worked hard to allay fears poll rigging.

By Brigid Chemweno 5 months ago

Marsabit opens 28-bed maternity wing to boost maternal, newborn care

A new health initiative seeks to improve maternal care in Marsabit by offering modern facilities, specialised equipment, and round-the-clock care for mothers and newborns.

By Brigid Chemweno 5 months ago

New hub aims to turn arid Marsabit into centre of digital skills and green enterprise

A new digital and climate innovation hub has been launched in Marsabit to equip youth with digital skills, promote green enterprise and boost peace-driven growth.

By Brigid Chemweno 5 months ago

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Raila's indomitable will saw him cry, walk and keep fighting for justice

Raila Odinga's lawyer Paul Mwangi, has described him as a leader who, despite enduring crushing electoral losses and courtroom disappointments, always kept his gaze firmly on the next battle.

By Brigid Chemweno 5 months ago

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How Ruto is burning midnight oil to win over Raila supporters

The passing on of ODM leader Raila Odinga has complicated President William Ruto’s political plans as it has forced him to re-evaluate his game plan ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Brigid Chemweno 6 months ago

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Baba's exit ushers in new political era, redraws landscape for parties

Raila Odinga was a uniting figure within the ODM party that has been faced with internal strife, while to President William Ruto, he was a tower of a stability in his fledgling administration.

By Brigid Chemweno 6 months ago

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The valleys and mountains that defined Raila's political career

Raila’s entry into Kenyan politics started with the events of the 1982 attempted coup that led to his detention for nearly ten years. After the attempted coup, he was charged with treason.

By Brigid Chemweno 6 months ago

Karua's declaration that Opposition will hold joint elections elicits reactions

A section of the Opposition leaders maintain that the idea would not promote party democracy.

By Brigid Chemweno 6 months ago

Developing: Gachagua, Matiang'i share stage at Wiper NDC

United Opposition leaders arrive at Uhuru Park, Nairobi, for Wiper’s NDC, including DCP’s Gachagua, former CSs Matiang’i and Muturi, DAP-K’s Wamalwa, and PLP’s Karua.

By Brigid Chemweno 6 months ago

Developing: Gachagua, Matiang'i share stage at Wiper NDC

United Opposition leaders arrive at Uhuru Park, Nairobi, for Wiper’s NDC, including DCP’s Gachagua, former CSs Matiang’i and Muturi, DAP-K’s Wamalwa, and PLP’s Karua.

By Brigid Chemweno 6 months ago

Kenya's neglect of its children is a bet against the nation's future

Social Health Authority’s failure to cushion the vulnerable deepens woes of a baby born in Kenya today.

By Brigid Chemweno 6 months ago

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From health to education: Why Ruto's government is at war with its children

Reports of the death of 136 newly born babies in Kiambu County in about two months owing to doctors strike illustrates the systemic problems afflicting the country.

By Brigid Chemweno 6 months ago

Will Uhuru Kenyatta's political return break predecessors' tradition?

After leaving office, the second President led a private life where senior politicians and their successors would occasionally visit him for consulations on matters of national importance.

By Brigid Chemweno 6 months ago

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Why 10-point agenda team 'failed to meet Raila's demands'

A committee reviewing the National Dialogue Committee report has been criticised for failing to address key demands raised by Raila Odinga under the ten-point agenda.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago

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How Raila Odinga's 10-point agenda has been betrayed

Raila Odinga’s 10-point agenda stalls as the Agnes Zani-led committee fails to meet its one-year deadline, undermining the MoU with President Ruto.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago

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ODM under siege after parties invade its strongholds

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), once a dominant political force, faces internal divisions and incursions by rival parties that threaten its strongholds.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago

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Oburu-Wanga: Ruto's negotiators or grassroots mobilizers?

ODM leaders aligned with Oburu Odinga are sending mixed signals, simultaneously pledging support for President William Ruto’s reelection while cautioning members against campaigning UDA.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago

Mt Kenya UDA MPs tell ODM to drop running mate claim, back Kindiki

A group of Mt Kenya United Democratic Alliance MPs has urged Orange Democratic Movement to drop claims to the running mate position, backing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki instead.

By Brigid Chemweno 1 month ago