Plan to deploy police officers to Haiti still on, Ruto assures US
Ruto, on his X account Wednesday, said he had a telephone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
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Plan to deploy police officers to Haiti still on, Ruto assures US
Over 3000 non-compliant premises closed in the ongoing crackdown
Cabinet was briefed that 5,835 raids on illicit and narcotic premises have been conducted where 289,390 liters of illicit brews and 13198 liters of counterfeit alcohol were netted. 
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Over 3000 non-compliant premises closed in the ongoing crackdown
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CS Kuria critical of government he serves, faults war on brews, drugs
Kuria says the government’s approach is ‘forceful and hard,’ saying policy implementation needs to be cognizant of the need to avoid sudden shut-offs.
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CS Kuria critical of government he serves, faults war on brews, drugs
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Good 'men': Gachagua follows Ruto's footsteps in donations
Gachagua seems to be following in the footsteps of Ruto who while serving as DP won staunch defenders and foot soldiers in the grassroots who could take a bullet for him.
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Good 'men': Gachagua follows Ruto's footsteps in donations
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Why Raila's stab at AU's top seat is a sword that cuts both ways
The success of Odinga’s bid to succeed AU boss Moussa Faki will undoubtedly change the political landscape in Kenya while failure of his push will injure his political career.
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Why Raila's stab at AU's top seat is a sword that cuts both ways
Ruto pledges UDA will field women running mates in future
CoG Chairperson Anne Waiguru appealed to second-term male governors to endorse female leaders as their possible successors in future gubernatorial races.
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Ruto pledges UDA will field women running mates in future
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AU bid was my plan not Ruto's as many think, Raila to Azimio leaders
Raila Odinga was hard-pressed to explain how he and President William Ruto reached a “sort of a handshake” to a point earning the government’s support for the bid.
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AU bid was my plan not Ruto's as many think, Raila to Azimio leaders
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Raila Odinga's AU ambition set to birth new alliances
Intrigues of the Raila-Uhuru handshake are being replicated in the Raila-Ruto bromance. Mt Kenya leaders already exploring plans for new coalition even as Azimio faces litmus test.
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Raila Odinga's AU ambition set to birth new alliances
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Raila-Ruto relations begin to disturb Mt Kenya
Mr Gachagua, who is in Mt Kenya region where he will spend four days, is seemingly consolidating his political base following the Ruto-Raila deal.
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Raila-Ruto relations begin to disturb Mt Kenya
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State beats hasty retreat on efforts to tax farmers after protests
Rigathi Gachagua on Friday said they would review the Finance Act which was overwhelmingly supported by the Kenya Kwanza MPs.
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State beats hasty retreat on efforts to tax farmers after protests
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MPs who voted for Finance Act crying foul after farmers' wrath
Confusion over e-TIMS as farmers come to term with the new requirements from the taxman. Some legislators have urged their constituents not to pay the new levies.
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MPs who voted for Finance Act crying foul after farmers' wrath
Azimio breakaway looms as Jubilee, Narc-K meet in Limuru
Azimio in turbulent waters after their leader Raila Odinga eyes AUC top position. This is largely seen as a turnaround for the ODM leader, who will need government backing in new venture.
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Azimio breakaway looms as Jubilee, Narc-K meet in Limuru
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Gachagua's nightmare: After a season of chest-thumping reality dawns as Raila and Ruto mingle
Gachagua vowed never to let Raila near State House but he is now hobnobbing with president. Result of cooperation between Ruto and Raila will see Gachagua left in the cold
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Gachagua's nightmare: After a season of chest-thumping reality dawns as Raila and Ruto mingle
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The Raila dilemma
Kalonzo feels he’s best placed to wear opposition leader’s shoes. Wiper leader has already assumed the roles with Karua mum on post.
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The Raila dilemma
More pain as state seeks to tax leasehold land in urban areas
The Bill which has already been tabled before the National Assembly by Majority leader Kimani Ichungwa, gives some roles of the NLC to Lands CS.
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More pain as state seeks to tax leasehold land in urban areas
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Why Raila must sing Ruto's tune in quest for AU job
Like a prisoner of his dreams, the indefatigable crusader of governance must watch and weigh every word he utters. Raila Odinga is trapped.
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Why Raila must sing Ruto's tune in quest for AU job
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Azimio leaders read mischief in Raila-Ruto African Union deal
Sources say co-principals feel betrayed and view the move as amounting to dishonesty. Opposition leaders lament about Raila’s conduct but agree to put up united front even after his exit.
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Azimio leaders read mischief in Raila-Ruto African Union deal
Uhuru revives Mt Kenya political ties as Raila warms up to Ruto
Uhuru has been avoiding the public limelight since he left office with the last time to be seen in public being November last year when he attended service at in Mwingi, Kitui county.
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Uhuru revives Mt Kenya political ties as Raila warms up to Ruto
Dorcas Gachagua: This is how we'll win war on illicit brews and drugs
Second Lady says the fight will easily be won if the national and county governments work together. Mrs Gachagua’s remarks came days after 23 people were killed in Kirinyaga after consuming the brew.
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Dorcas Gachagua: This is how we'll win war on illicit brews and drugs
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Why Rigathi Gachagua's campaign against killer brews in Mt Kenya must succeed
For one to become the region's kingpin, they must identify a social problem and solve it to win the hearts of voters. Central is among other regions consumption of illicit brews is rampant.
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Why Rigathi Gachagua's campaign against killer brews in Mt Kenya must succeed
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Mt Kenya counties race to put laws in place to rid of killer brews
Earlier in the week, 13 people died in Kirinyaga after consuming illicit brew. Nyandarua County led the way last month by passing a law to regulate the consumption and sale of alcohol.
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Mt Kenya counties race to put laws in place to rid of killer brews
Surprise order on IEBC bosses splits Raila-Ruto camps
High Court says committee lacked a legal and constitutional backing and its resolutions can’t stop appointment of IEBC chiefs.
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Surprise order on IEBC bosses splits Raila-Ruto camps
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You are being played, Uhuru allies tell Gachagua and Nyoro
A section of Jubilee leaders now claims the political upheavals in Mt Kenya region is part of President William Ruto's game plan to have Kenya Kwanza government allied leaders to join his team.
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You are being played, Uhuru allies tell Gachagua and Nyoro
UDA troubles deepen as leaders read from different scripts
On Tuesday President Ruto read the riot act to a section of youthful leaders who had started coalescing around Ndindi Nyoro in a bid to unseat DP Gachagua in 2027 as KK presidential running mate.
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UDA troubles deepen as leaders read from different scripts
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UDA leaders split over calls for Mt Kenya party
Nyeri Senator Wahome Wamatinga said had Mt Kenya joined the Kenya Kwanza through their regional party, it would have given them better bargaining power as opposed to belonging to UDA.
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UDA leaders split over calls for Mt Kenya party
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Civil servants, spouses and children targeted in wealth declaration forms
Those who have not supplied the necessary details will miss their salaries and allowances while those who fail to comply risk being fined as much as Sh1 million or serve an year in jail.
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Civil servants, spouses and children targeted in wealth declaration forms
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Farmers, MPs up in arms over tax proposal on farm produce
Every Sh100 worth farm produce will be taxed Sh5 if proposal by Treasury passes. MPs drawn from the government, opposition have opposed the proposals.
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Farmers, MPs up in arms over tax proposal on farm produce
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Kalonzo: I will be Ruto's biggest rival in 2027 presidential poll
Just like the Tanga Tanga team of the Jubilee administration, the Wiper leader announces early campaigns ahead of 2027, says he wants a different outcome by going for the top seat.
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Kalonzo: I will be Ruto's biggest rival in 2027 presidential poll
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This man Gachagua
Earlier known as a lone ranger and a one-man army, Gachagua has changed strategy and has gradually started molding loyalists in his political circles.
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This man Gachagua
DP Gachagua says farmers reaping benefits of coffee reforms, better pay ahead
Deputy President says separation of licenses has removed conflict of interests. Sales at NCE rose to Sh824 million this week compared to Sh54.8 million five months ago.
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DP Gachagua says farmers reaping benefits of coffee reforms, better pay ahead
Mt Kenya: The emergence of young leaders changing political discourse
The young turks, political mentees of Ruto and Gachagua, believe the two leaders have guided them in the right direction into being the new crop of leaders of tomorrow.
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Mt Kenya: The emergence of young leaders changing political discourse
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Uhuru's political return a boon for his friends but rattles critics
MP says Uhuru will scatter many politicians especially those allied to government. Others say former President hellbent on wreaking havoc in Ruto’s administration.
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Uhuru's political return a boon for his friends but rattles critics
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Uhuru, allies regroup and set for political duel
Jubilee Party former MPs and officials in the former regime met more than 500 grassroots leaders. Kiambu leaders as well party Secretary General claim they have the blessings of retired President.
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Uhuru, allies regroup and set for political duel
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Azimio split fears as Uhuru pushes Raila to reject dialogue report
Uhuru is not comfortable with any rapprochement between the opposition led by Raila on the one hand, and President William Ruto on the other, especially as regards the talks report.
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Azimio split fears as Uhuru pushes Raila to reject dialogue report
Apathy, contentious leaders' post forced UDA to postpone elections
Officials attributed the lack of member interest in serving the ruling party to the high cost of living and failure by the government to honour its promises.
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Apathy, contentious leaders' post forced UDA to postpone elections
Ruto asks EU to tap Africa's potential in climate change projects, urges stronger cooperation
The President calls for stronger ties between the continent and the European Union. The Head of State addressed the EU Parliament in Strasbourg, France.
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Ruto asks EU to tap Africa's potential in climate change projects, urges stronger cooperation
Ruto asks EU to tap Africa's potential in climate change projects
The President calls for stronger ties between the continent and the European Union. The Head of State addressed the EU Parliament in Strasbourg, France.
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Ruto asks EU to tap Africa's potential in climate change projects
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Raila-Ruto talks waste of time, Kioni claims as Karua warns of protests
Kioni claims talks meant to manage the opposition and give legitimacy to Ruto outside the country. But Ichung’wah says agenda touches on taxation and the housing fund.
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Raila-Ruto talks waste of time, Kioni claims as Karua warns of protests
Jitters in UDA as grassroots elections delayed
Ruto had initially stated holding the elections too close to the General Election was likely to confuse the party, but the NSC pushed them to April staggering the exercise.
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Jitters in UDA as grassroots elections delayed
Fuel prices will drop next month, Ruto says
President says prices of petroleum products will go down this December. Raila claimed G-to-G deal between Kenya and Middle East countries was non-existent.
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Fuel prices will drop next month, Ruto says
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