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Judah Ben Hur

Nairobi: Green City turns blue as Azimio wins most seats

Raila’s coalition, according to results released by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), clinched 13 out of 17 seats and Kenya Kwanza got three.

By Judah Ben-Hur 14 hrs ago

Nairobi: Green City turns blue as Azimio wins most seats

Observers call out vernacular stations for hate speech

Observers call out vernacular stations for hate speech

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 days ago

It wasn't me at Kasarani, Prof George Wajackoyah clears air

It wasn't me at Kasarani, Prof George Wajackoyah clears air

By Judah Ben-Hur 5 days ago

The truth about skewed opinion polls

The truth about skewed opinion polls

By Judah Ben-Hur 10 days ago

Chiefs still rule the roost 12 years after adoption of devolved system

Critics says services under provincial administration should be put under the devolved system.

By Judah Ben-Hur 12 days ago

Chiefs still rule the roost 12 years after adoption of devolved system

Presidential debate offers crucial platform for issue-based politics

Raila and Wajackoyah have threatened to boycott the debate scheduled for this evening. The organisers argue the debate is for the people and not the candidates.

By Judah Ben-Hur 17 days ago

Presidential debate offers crucial platform for issue-based politics

Blow to IEBC as billions used to fund court cases

The electoral agency has spent Sh2.6 billion in legal fees in the past four years. Audit shows out of Sh1.9 billion pending bills request, Sh1.4 billion is for legal fees.

By Judah Ben-Hur 18 days ago

Blow to IEBC as billions used to fund court cases

Graft, debt likely to dominate running mates debate

The platform offers an opportunity to cut through politics and understand issues. Presidential running mates will challenge each other’s position.

By Judah Ben-Hur 24 days ago

Graft, debt likely to dominate running mates debate

Presidential debate opens up space for issue-based politics

In 2017, President Uhuru Kenyatta snubbed the presidential debate, leaving Raila Odinga to have a one-on-one interview with the moderators.

By Judah Ben-Hur 28 days ago

Presidential debate opens up space for issue-based politics

Jubilee scores poorly in Amnesty's ratings

Report says the Jubilee government failed to address unequal and inefficient food distribution and food wastage.

By Judah Ben-Hur 30 days ago

Jubilee scores poorly in Amnesty's ratings

Raila and Ruto in close contest with 3pc margin, says opinion poll

To avoid a run-off election, the two competitors have to woo the 10pc undecided voters. Ruto has registered increased support in Mt Kenya while Raila has maintained 24 per cent in the region.

By Judah Ben-Hur 1 month ago

Raila and Ruto in close contest with 3pc margin, says opinion poll

Mike Sonko, Karungo wa Thang'wa missing in IEBC list of gazetted names

Sakaja on list because issues on validity of his degrees came after IEBC received names. IEBC has postponed printing of ballot papers for elective positions as court cases continue.

By Judah Ben-Hur 1 month ago

Mike Sonko, Karungo wa Thang'wa missing in IEBC list of gazetted names

IEBC defends ID rule for aspirants clearance ahead of elections

High Court Judge Anthony Mrima declared that IEBC was in breach of the data protection law in requiring the submission of the identification documents.

By Judah Ben-Hur 1 month ago

IEBC defends ID rule for aspirants clearance ahead of elections

William Ruto banks on charter contracts to attract votes from select groups

Havi says deals are new tools to hold leadership to account. But critics say the agreements are not anchored in the law.

By Judah Ben-Hur 1 month ago

William Ruto banks on charter contracts to attract votes from select groups

Tongue control: Election 2022 unguarded remarks and their toll on politicians

Polycarp Igathe got into trouble for saying that Kenya's biggest problem was the Somali Community. Raila came under attack over remarks many interpreted to be a planned ban on mitumba.

By Judah Ben-Hur 1 month ago

Tongue control: Election 2022 unguarded remarks and their toll on politicians

How Mt Kenya numbers will tilt epic race for State House

To win support of the vote-rich Mt Kenya, Dr Ruto and Mr Odinga picked running mates from the region.

By Judah Ben-Hur 1 month ago

How Mt Kenya numbers will tilt epic race for State House

Integrity law yet to grow teeth, so it's up to voters to reject tainted leaders

Constitution has chapter on leadership and integrity, which is rarely followed. Top anti-graft officials says impeached leaders must not seek elective seats.

By Judah Ben-Hur 2 months ago

Integrity law yet to grow teeth, so it's up to voters to reject tainted leaders

Most independent presidential aspirants will drop out; here's why

11 aspirants have so far been disqualified for failing to beat the running mate submission deadline.

By Judah Ben-Hur 2 months ago

Most independent presidential aspirants will drop out; here's why

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

ODM chief says she is a dependable leader seasoned by the struggle for second liberation. In her acceptance speech, former minister vows to be diligent in pursuit of their shared dreams

By Judah Ben-Hur 2 months ago

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

Raila spells out plan to make jua kali workers earn for their sweat

Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition presidential nominee Raila Odinga has announced a plan to boost the informal sector that supports more that 16.4 million workers.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Raila spells out plan to make jua kali workers earn for their sweat

Raphael Tuju: Raila Odinga will have final say on running mate

Azimio Executive Director Raphael Tuju says although the Council will proceed with interviews as scheduled, they will finalise and recommend names which Raila will pick a suitable candidate.

By Patrick Vidija 3 months ago

Raphael Tuju: Raila Odinga will have final say on running mate

Azimio allays fears of split in running mate selection panel

Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Political party Secretary General Junet Mohamed has dispelled claims of division within the running mate selection panel.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Azimio allays fears of split in running mate selection panel

IEBC: Kenyans have one month to verify details in the voter register

IEBC has commenced the verification of the voter register, bringing a pause to voter registration that will resume on March 13 next year.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

IEBC: Kenyans have one month to verify details in the voter register

Front runners Kalonzo, Karua could appear before Azimio panel

Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition’s search for Raila Odinga's running mate has gathered moment with vetting of candidates expected to commence this week.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Front runners Kalonzo, Karua could appear before Azimio panel

Former Water CS Sicily Kariuki hangs boots in Nyandarua gubernatorial race

Former Water and Sanitation Cabinet Secretary Sicily Kariuki has stepped down from the Nyandarua County gubernatorial race after a consensus process in Jubilee Party.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Former Water CS Sicily Kariuki hangs boots in Nyandarua gubernatorial race

We have lost a hero who was never rude, Gideon says of Kibaki

Kanu chair Gideon Moi yesterday said Kenya has lost a hero after the passing on of former President Mwai Kibaki.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

We have lost a hero who was never rude, Gideon says of Kibaki

We have lost a hero who was never rude, Gideon says of Kibaki

Kanu chair Gideon Moi yesterday said Kenya has lost a hero after the passing on of former President Mwai Kibaki.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

We have lost a hero who was never rude, Gideon says of Kibaki

Mwai Kibaki worked without pay, asked for lifts

Former State House Comptroller and late President Mwai Kibaki’s long time friend John Matere Keriri remembers him as a man who had the interest of Kenya at heart.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Mwai Kibaki worked without pay, asked for lifts

Mwai Kibaki funeral service set, says Matiang'i

The critical pieces to ensure the smooth running of the National State Funeral memorial service for the late former president Mwai Kibaki on Friday have been set.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Mwai Kibaki funeral service set, says Matiang'i

Mwai Kibaki worked without pay, asked for lifts

Former State House Comptroller and late President Mwai Kibaki’s long time friend John Matere Keriri remembers him as a man who had the interest of Kenya at heart.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Mwai Kibaki worked without pay, asked for lifts

Kenyans pay tribute to Kibaki as he lies in state

Lying in state, reminding the onlookers of the memory of a man they respected and cherished, was the body of the former president.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Kenyans pay tribute to Kibaki as he lies in state

Matere Keriri: The Kibaki I knew

Without pay for the job, Kibaki hitchhiked to get from one region to another and would later get a beat up Volkswagen that ended up being of no use to him.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Matere Keriri: The Kibaki I knew

Raila starts weeklong tour of US, meets key State officials

The ODM leader will also meet with Kenyans residing in the US to seek their support for his presidential race.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Raila starts weeklong tour of US, meets key State officials

Sonko promises to use 'Rescue Team' to clean up Mombasa

Sonko will battle out in the Mombasa governor with Mvita MP Abdulswamad Shariff (ODM) and former Mombasa Senator Hassan Omar (UDA).

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Sonko promises to use 'Rescue Team' to clean up Mombasa

Running mate headache for Azimio la Umoja as leaders dig in

Azimio la Umoja One Kenya leaders are scratching their heads over the individual to pick for running mate so as to formulate a winning team for the presidency.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Running mate headache for Azimio la Umoja as leaders dig in

Comedians who joined politics realise it is no laughing matter

Failure by comedians to win elective seats shows that politics is no laughing matter.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Comedians who joined politics realise it is no laughing matter

Ngilu takes on Kalonzo over push for running mate post

The women league under Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya alliance wants Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua named Raila Odinga’s running mate.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Ngilu takes on Kalonzo over push for running mate post

Kalonzo: I must be on Raila's ticket

Musyoka said it would make no sense for Mr Odinga to go for the presidency without him after they had run together in the 2013 and 2017 elections.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Kalonzo: I must be on Raila's ticket

Fame: A key ingredient in the cooking pot of Kenyan politics

Fame has proven to be a key factor propelling some individuals to Parliament.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Fame: A key ingredient in the cooking pot of Kenyan politics

DPP: Prosecution of leaders on banned words will not be easy

It will take more than uttering the words banned by the NCIC to face prosecution, Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) Noordin Haji has said.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

DPP: Prosecution of leaders on banned words will not be easy

Big boost for Ruto as more parties join Kenya Kwanza and sign deal

Deputy President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza Alliance has admitted eight new political parties after official signing of agreements in Nairobi yesterday.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Big boost for Ruto as more parties join Kenya Kwanza and sign deal

Ruto faults plans to renovate official Karen residence

Deputy President William Ruto has criticised the government’s plans to renovate his official residence in Karen, Nairobi.

By Judah Ben-Hur 3 months ago

Ruto faults plans to renovate official Karen residence

Thirdway Alliance leaders back Ekuru Aukot

Thirdway Alliance has nominated Dr Ekuru Aukot as its presidential candidate in the August 9 General Election.

By Judah Ben-Hur 4 months ago

Thirdway Alliance leaders back Ekuru Aukot

Wiper leaders push for party boss to be Raila’s running mate

Wiper is pushing for party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to be Raila Odinga’s running mate in the coming presidential elections.

By Judah Ben-Hur 4 months ago

Wiper leaders push for party boss to be Raila’s running mate

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