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Ndungu Gachane

Scorecard: Uhuru Kenyatta delivers five of six stadia promised to his Mt Kenya turf

Sports infrastructure was one of key pledges to the young voters while Uhuru and Ruto were gunning for presidency in 2013.

By Ndung’u Gachane 13 hrs ago

Scorecard: Uhuru Kenyatta delivers five of six stadia promised to his Mt Kenya turf

David Mwaure: Seasoned lawyer, church leader who believes he fits the bill

David Mwaure: Seasoned lawyer, church leader who believes he fits the bill

By Ndung’u Gachane 3 days ago

Why Uhuru Kenyatta's tour of Mt Kenya turf was delayed

Why Uhuru Kenyatta's tour of Mt Kenya turf was delayed

By Ndung’u Gachane 3 days ago

Uhuru Kenyatta: The fall of BBI is my greatest regret

Uhuru Kenyatta: The fall of BBI is my greatest regret

By Ndung’u Gachane 4 days ago

Ruto, Gachagua go all out to win 'difficult' areas in Mount Kenya

Gachagua has given Kieni special focus to thwart Kanini Kega’s bid for third term. UDA is facing an onslaught in Mbeere South and Mbeere North constituencies.

By Ndung’u Gachane 11 days ago

Ruto, Gachagua go all out to win 'difficult' areas in Mount Kenya

DP Ruto and the evangelicals: A look at UDA's strategy to bag church vote

William Ruto has received backing from two main church associations. The bishops said their decision was based on Ruto’s development track record.

By Ndung’u Gachane 18 days ago

DP Ruto and the evangelicals: A look at UDA's strategy to bag church vote

Kungu Muigai faults Uhuru Kenyatta for going against elders' deal

Muigai says Kalonzo Musyoka and Musalia Mudavadi declined to work with Uhuru in 2013. Claims president’s inner circle did not want him to honour MoU with William Ruto.

By Ndung’u Gachane 24 days ago

Kungu Muigai faults Uhuru Kenyatta for going against elders' deal

David Mwaure: I'm the only presidential candidate who is not a project

Mwaure, a reverend and a lawyer is Agano party’s presidential aspirant. Candidate likens himself to the Biblical David who killed Goliath with a stone in a sling.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

David Mwaure: I'm the only presidential candidate who is not a project

Divided altar as Uhuru, Ruto turn to clergy again ahead of elections

President explains his differences with the deputy president a month to the August 9 elections. The DP, seeking to succeed his boss, asks the clergy to support his bid for State House in the polls.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

Divided altar as Uhuru, Ruto turn to clergy again ahead of elections

I was ready to give up power in 2017 for the sake of peace, says president

The president hosted more than 1,500 clerics at State House, where he admitted that he had considered surrendering the presidency because he did not want more bloodshed.

By Amos Kareithi 1 month ago

I was ready to give up power in 2017 for the sake of peace, says president

Is Moses Kuria a master schemer or tough politician who won't take chances?

Gatundu South MP returns to a warm embrace in Kenya Kwanza after raising a storm. Kabogo now casts a lonely figure in Kiambu as he sustains attacks on the Ruto-led alliance.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

Is Moses Kuria a master schemer or tough politician who won't take chances?

Reject immoral leaders on poll day, church told

Catholic cleric tells voters to gauge candidates by their past deeds, vote for those who have a good track record. Wants those calling for abortion or legalising of drug use rejected.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

Reject immoral leaders on poll day, church told

The Rigathi Gachagua factor in growing discontent in Mount Kenya region

Small parties from Central Kenya feel threatened by UDA’s push for six-piece voting. Analysts say tussle between Gachagua and Kabogo boils down to succession politics.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

The Rigathi Gachagua factor in growing discontent in Mount Kenya region

Raila Odinga wades into Keroche-KRA controversy

Azimio presidential candidate asks State to negotiate with tax defaulters, not shut down firms. Former premier promises to empower traders and expose them to 400m buyers in EAC.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

Raila Odinga wades into Keroche-KRA controversy

Show us coalition contract, Kenya Kwanza affiliate parties demand

They are accusing Ruto of withholding details of the coalition agreement that his party submitted to the Registrar of Political Parties.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

Show us coalition contract, Kenya Kwanza affiliate parties demand

Disquiet in Kenya Kwanza over Rigathi Gachagua's 'careless' outbursts

The Service Party of Kenya leader has also told off Gachagua for his six-piece voting idea. But the UDA running mate says he has no apologies to make for speaking his mind.

By Ndung’u Gachane 2 months ago

Disquiet in Kenya Kwanza over Rigathi Gachagua's 'careless' outbursts

Ruto, allies say August polls a contest between the past and present

Kenya Kwanza coalition leaders have framed the August polls as a contest between the past and the present.

By Ndung’u Gachane 2 months ago

Ruto, allies say August polls a contest between the past and present

Martha Karua: The rise of the Iron Lady

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.

By Ndung’u Gachane 2 months ago

Martha Karua: The rise of the Iron Lady

UDA trashes Karua's nomination as Raila's running mate

Elgeyo Marakwet Senator Kipchumba Murkomen said the move was meant to confuse the region.

By Ndung’u Gachane 2 months ago

UDA trashes Karua's nomination as Raila's running mate

Leaders split on what Ruto's deputy choice portends for his camp

DP allies opposed to Mathira MP threaten to henceforth take a backseat in UDA campaigns. But Gachagua allies, mostly in Nyeri, welcome move saying party has rewarded loyalty.

By Ndung’u Gachane 2 months ago

Leaders split on what Ruto's deputy choice portends for his camp

Who is this man Rigathi Gachagua?

A vocal politician with deep pockets, the Mathira MP is loved and hated in equal measure. His political dalliance with Uhuru faded after the famous March 2018 handshake.

By Ndung’u Gachane 2 months ago

Who is this man Rigathi Gachagua?

Moment of truth for Mt Kenya's UDA affiliates

Parties in the region feel ANC and Ford-Kenya will benefit from seats at their expense. Their concerns caused a storm in Ruto’s camp leading to negations on Thursday night.

By Ndung’u Gachane 2 months ago

Moment of truth for Mt Kenya's UDA affiliates

New political parties law tamed nomination chaos, says registrar

Political players have now praised the new law for the less chaotic nominations and little or no fallout.

By Ndung’u Gachane 3 months ago

New political parties law tamed nomination chaos, says registrar

Mt Kenya governor candidates go for women running mates to appeal the women vote

Most of the gubernatorial candidates have picked women in a bid to sway the women's vote but have been careful by ensuring that regional and ethnic balance is taken into consideration.

By Ndung’u Gachane 3 months ago

Mt Kenya governor candidates go for women running mates to appeal the women vote

When Raila Odinga climbed Mt Kenya without Uhuru

Azimio la Umoja One Kenya working with local leaders to woo the vote-rich region. In the latest tours, he has kept President Kenyatta at bay and inherited his foot soldiers.

By Ndung’u Gachane 3 months ago

When Raila Odinga climbed Mt Kenya without Uhuru

Raila in Mt Kenya to quell Azimio zoning concerns

Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Alliance presidential contender Mr Raila Odinga has defended their zoning strategy, saying it will avert vote splitting and self-cannibalism in allied parties.

By Ndung’u Gachane 3 months ago

Raila in Mt Kenya to quell Azimio zoning concerns

Raila spends a night at Sangare Hills to honour Kibaki

While insisting that he has faith in his Mt Kenya foot soldiers, the ODM leader vowed to cement Kibaki and Uhuru legacies.

By Ndung’u Gachane 3 months ago

Raila spends a night at Sangare Hills to honour Kibaki

Bishop calls out politicians over use of toxic and abusive language

Archbishop Muheria asks the political class to emulate fallen President Kibaki. Prelate accuses politicians of hijacking the brotherhood and sisterhood of the nation.

By Ndung’u Gachane 3 months ago

Bishop calls out politicians over use of toxic and abusive language

Othaya waits to bid farewell to its most famous son and leader

Former president to be buried next to his wife Lucy in his Othaya home. Burial service to take place at Othaya Approved School grounds where more than 15,000 are expected.

By Ndung’u Gachane 3 months ago

Othaya waits to bid farewell to its most famous son and leader

Mwai Kibaki: The final bow (Photos)

The hearse escorted by the military travelled by road traversing Kiambu, Murang'a, Kirinyaga and Nyeri Counties to the Othaya Approved School Grounds

By Dennis Tarus 3 months ago

Mwai Kibaki: The final bow (Photos)

The devolution goodies: How county projects have given Mt Kenya a facelift

Maragua town which before was a chang’aa hub got a facelift after the county set up a milk processing plant.

By Ndung’u Gachane 4 months ago

The devolution goodies: How county projects have given Mt Kenya a facelift

Central leaders spend millions on billboards to attract voters

A majority of Central Kenya leaders are seeking governor, senate seat. Some billboards cost over Sh100,000 every month.

By Ndung’u Gachane 4 months ago

Central leaders spend millions on billboards to attract voters

Mwangi Wa Iria keeps his cards close to chest in bid for top job

Murang’a Governor and Usawa Kwa Wote party leader Mwangi wa Iria has also been urging Mt Kenya residents to register to vote in large numbers...

By Ndung’u Gachane 6 months ago

Mwangi Wa Iria keeps his cards close to chest in bid for top job

OKA presidential candidate will shock Kenyans, Karua promises

Martha Karua says she is focused on her Kirinyaga governor bid and will work with the alliance for a better Kenya. [Mose Sammy, Standard]

By Ndung’u Gachane 6 months ago

OKA presidential candidate will shock Kenyans, Karua promises

Give us running mate job, central leaders tell Raila

There has been intense lobbying for the running mate position with Peter Kenneth and Agriculture CS Peter Munya floated as possible names.

By Ndung’u Gachane 6 months ago

Give us running mate job, central leaders tell Raila

Ruto, Gachagua go all out to win 'difficult' areas in Mount Kenya

Gachagua has given Kieni special focus to thwart Kanini Kega’s bid for third term. UDA is facing an onslaught in Mbeere South and Mbeere North constituencies.

By Ndung’u Gachane 11 days ago

Ruto, Gachagua go all out to win 'difficult' areas in Mount Kenya

DP Ruto and the evangelicals: A look at UDA's strategy to bag church vote

William Ruto has received backing from two main church associations. The bishops said their decision was based on Ruto’s development track record.

By Ndung’u Gachane 18 days ago

DP Ruto and the evangelicals: A look at UDA's strategy to bag church vote

Kungu Muigai faults Uhuru Kenyatta for going against elders' deal

Muigai says Kalonzo Musyoka and Musalia Mudavadi declined to work with Uhuru in 2013. Claims president’s inner circle did not want him to honour MoU with William Ruto.

By Ndung’u Gachane 24 days ago

Kungu Muigai faults Uhuru Kenyatta for going against elders' deal

David Mwaure: I'm the only presidential candidate who is not a project

Mwaure, a reverend and a lawyer is Agano party’s presidential aspirant. Candidate likens himself to the Biblical David who killed Goliath with a stone in a sling.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

David Mwaure: I'm the only presidential candidate who is not a project

Divided altar as Uhuru, Ruto turn to clergy again ahead of elections

President explains his differences with the deputy president a month to the August 9 elections. The DP, seeking to succeed his boss, asks the clergy to support his bid for State House in the polls.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

Divided altar as Uhuru, Ruto turn to clergy again ahead of elections

I was ready to give up power in 2017 for the sake of peace, says president

The president hosted more than 1,500 clerics at State House, where he admitted that he had considered surrendering the presidency because he did not want more bloodshed.

By Amos Kareithi 1 month ago

I was ready to give up power in 2017 for the sake of peace, says president

Is Moses Kuria a master schemer or tough politician who won't take chances?

Gatundu South MP returns to a warm embrace in Kenya Kwanza after raising a storm. Kabogo now casts a lonely figure in Kiambu as he sustains attacks on the Ruto-led alliance.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

Is Moses Kuria a master schemer or tough politician who won't take chances?

Reject immoral leaders on poll day, church told

Catholic cleric tells voters to gauge candidates by their past deeds, vote for those who have a good track record. Wants those calling for abortion or legalising of drug use rejected.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

Reject immoral leaders on poll day, church told

The Rigathi Gachagua factor in growing discontent in Mount Kenya region

Small parties from Central Kenya feel threatened by UDA’s push for six-piece voting. Analysts say tussle between Gachagua and Kabogo boils down to succession politics.

By Ndung’u Gachane 1 month ago

The Rigathi Gachagua factor in growing discontent in Mount Kenya region

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