Pundits: Ruto's chance to smash Gachagua a poisoned chalice
Pundits argue that  Ruto has nothing to lose by having Gachagua impeached early enough, as retaining him for the next three years is unsustainable.
By 14 days ago
Pundits: Ruto's chance to smash Gachagua a poisoned chalice
Nakuru land owners brace for legal battle as county plans to increase rates
Over 210 Nakuru residents have sued the county over plans to develop a valuation roll. Previous attempts to increase property rates have faced backlash and legal disputes.
By 17 days ago
Nakuru land owners brace for legal battle as county plans to increase rates
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Possible beneficiaries in Gachagua woes
Should the senate censure DP Rigathi Gachagua, the National Assembly will have ease moving an impeachment motion against him.
By 20 days ago
Possible beneficiaries in Gachagua woes
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Ruto's options in looming break down of ties with Gachagua
On several occasions, Ruto and Gachagua have swiped at each other while unleashing allies in a well-choreographed proxy war.
By 21 days ago
Ruto's options in looming break down of ties with Gachagua
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The Mt Kenya riddle that Ruto must solve to stay safe in 2027
Opinion is divided on the political consequences of President Ruto replacing Gachagua in 2027 polls. Some observers say such a decision will cost Ruto many Mt Kenya votes.
By 28 days ago
The Mt Kenya riddle that Ruto must solve to stay safe in 2027
Counties, the epicentre of Ruto's project launches
President Ruto’s numerous visits to launch and relaunch projects raise eyebrows as political observers question the motive of the tours amid austerity measures.
By 1 month ago
Counties, the epicentre of Ruto's project launches
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Susan Wangu: Nurse who suffered State torture
The widow of former Internal Security Assistant Minister Mirugi Kariuki is dead, bringing to an end the life of a woman who suffered at the hands of State operatives.
By 1 month ago
Susan Wangu: Nurse who suffered State torture
Can Kalonzo fill Raila's big shoes?
Some political observers argue that the stars have aligned in favour of Kalonzo. But some say the former Vice President lacks the charisma and stamina for the role.
By 1 month ago
Can Kalonzo fill Raila's big shoes?
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Living the enigma moniker? Raila's undisputed dominance
Despite losing in five presidential elections, Raila has kept reinventing himself with his actions depicting a man who continues to confound friends and foes.
By 1 month ago
Living the enigma moniker? Raila's undisputed dominance
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Uhuru's influence looms large post-presidency
ODM leader Raila Odinga’s remarks that Uhuru prompted him to reach out a political deal with President Ruto has stirred up a hornet’s nest.
By 1 month ago
Uhuru's influence looms large post-presidency
Raila criticised for invoking Uhuru's name in deal with Ruto
A section of politicians has termed Raila’s claims as a convenience to cover his political mischief and stem the tidal wave of political backlash from his action.
By 1 month ago
Raila criticised for invoking Uhuru's name in deal with Ruto
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Gachagua's future uncertain as leaders accuse DP of betrayal
Doubts still abound over Gachagua’s ability to marshal the Mt Kenya leadership to his defense even after Ruto stepped in to end the dark cloud of planned impeachment that hovered over him
By 2 months ago
Gachagua's future uncertain as leaders accuse DP of betrayal
Nakuru's Lions Garden stalls project could affect green space
The Lions Garden in Nakuru City’s Central Business District is once again in the eye of a storm, 40 years after former president Daniel Arap Moi rescued it from grabbers.
By 2 months ago
Nakuru's Lions Garden stalls project could affect green space
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Gachagua running out of options
Ruto consummated a political marriage with Raila's ODM party proving the notion that the country’s politics was a high-stakes game driven by interests, intrigues and manipulations.
By 2 months ago
Gachagua running out of options
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Did Ruto waste good crisis by firing then rehiring foot soldiers?
Kenyans expected President Ruto to seize the moment and create a new Cabinet but when he named part of his new team on Friday, many were disappointed.
By 2 months ago
Did Ruto waste good crisis by firing then rehiring foot soldiers?
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Why seven Cabinet members were replaced
Some were widely regarded across the country as embodying unprofessionalism. Others were extravagant and insensitive to the suffering of people.
By 2 months ago
Why seven Cabinet members were replaced
Ruto threatens to withdraw Kenya from EACJ over Mau forest caveat
Kenya will withdraw from the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) by the end of December if it does not lift the caveat on Mau Forest, President William Ruto has said.
By 3 months ago
Ruto threatens to withdraw Kenya from EACJ over Mau forest caveat
Nyakang'o censures 11 South Rift counties for missing revenue collection targets
Controller of Budget report says counties struggling to collect enough cash 11 years later, warning over manual payrolls, maintaining multiple accounts and extravagance.
By 3 months ago
Nyakang'o censures 11 South Rift counties for missing revenue collection targets
Where Ruto went wrong on Gen Z anti-tax revolt
Under 20 months since assuming office, Ruto’s stature amongst large sections of his ardent supporters has changed from “a man of the people” to “a man against the people.”
By 3 months ago
Where Ruto went wrong on Gen Z anti-tax revolt
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Ruto's dilemma as brazen youth uprising crosses point of no return
Observers argue that Gen Z protests herald a new dawn that has the potential to redefine the country’s political landscape.
By 3 months ago
Ruto's dilemma as brazen youth uprising crosses point of no return
Traders decry the adverse effects of new tax proposals
A cross-section of citizens have voiced their concerns over what they term adverse effects of proposals contained in the Finance Bill 2024 on household budgets.
By 4 months ago
Traders decry the adverse effects of new tax proposals
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UDA fights expose Ruto knack for combat politics
Emerging rift in UDA mirrors president's political career. As ODM deputy leader, Ruto was at the centre of the divisions that threatened to tear apart the party.
By 4 months ago
UDA fights expose Ruto knack for combat politics
Nakuru sitting on time bomb as fissures emerge after heavy rains
Nakuru City sits on unstable soil structure resulting from volcanic activity that took place thousands of years ago.
By 4 months ago
Nakuru sitting on time bomb as fissures emerge after heavy rains
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One-man one-vote stirs up the hornets' nest in Rift Valley
Leaders say Gachagua’s support for equitable allocation of resources is insincere.
By 4 months ago
One-man one-vote stirs up the hornets' nest in Rift Valley
At least 34 bodies identified as Red Cross, NYS take lead in recovery efforts
Search teams combed gullies, waded through thick mud, wrecked buildings, and even under boulders in a devastated Mai Mahiu town and its environs yesterday.
By 5 months ago
At least 34 bodies identified as Red Cross, NYS take lead in recovery efforts
Auditor General exposes state's poor disaster preparedness despite early warning
The level of unpreparedness was exposed in October late last year when President Ruto downplayed a prediction by the Kenya Meteorological Department.
By 5 months ago
Auditor General exposes state's poor disaster preparedness despite early warning
Auditor general queries the use of Sh5.4b in eight South Rift counties
The counties flagged are Baringo, Bomet, Samburu, Kericho, Laikipia, Kajiado, Narok and Nakuru.
By 5 months ago
Auditor general queries the use of Sh5.4b in eight South Rift counties
Naivasha lives up to its billing as modern day 'Happy Valley'
Fondly referred to as Vasha, destination’s attractiveness has been boosted by return of the World Rally Championship (WRC) to Kenya.
By 6 months ago
Naivasha lives up to its billing as modern day 'Happy Valley'
Pundits: Ruto's chance to smash Gachagua a poisoned chalice
Pundits argue that  Ruto has nothing to lose by having Gachagua impeached early enough, as retaining him for the next three years is unsustainable.
By 14 days ago
Pundits: Ruto's chance to smash Gachagua a poisoned chalice
Nakuru land owners brace for legal battle as county plans to increase rates
Over 210 Nakuru residents have sued the county over plans to develop a valuation roll. Previous attempts to increase property rates have faced backlash and legal disputes.
By 17 days ago
Nakuru land owners brace for legal battle as county plans to increase rates
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Possible beneficiaries in Gachagua woes
Should the senate censure DP Rigathi Gachagua, the National Assembly will have ease moving an impeachment motion against him.
By 20 days ago
Possible beneficiaries in Gachagua woes
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Ruto's options in looming break down of ties with Gachagua
On several occasions, Ruto and Gachagua have swiped at each other while unleashing allies in a well-choreographed proxy war.
By 21 days ago
Ruto's options in looming break down of ties with Gachagua
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The Mt Kenya riddle that Ruto must solve to stay safe in 2027
Opinion is divided on the political consequences of President Ruto replacing Gachagua in 2027 polls. Some observers say such a decision will cost Ruto many Mt Kenya votes.
By 28 days ago
The Mt Kenya riddle that Ruto must solve to stay safe in 2027
Counties, the epicentre of Ruto's project launches
President Ruto’s numerous visits to launch and relaunch projects raise eyebrows as political observers question the motive of the tours amid austerity measures.
By 1 month ago
Counties, the epicentre of Ruto's project launches
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Susan Wangu: Nurse who suffered State torture
The widow of former Internal Security Assistant Minister Mirugi Kariuki is dead, bringing to an end the life of a woman who suffered at the hands of State operatives.
By 1 month ago
Susan Wangu: Nurse who suffered State torture
Can Kalonzo fill Raila's big shoes?
Some political observers argue that the stars have aligned in favour of Kalonzo. But some say the former Vice President lacks the charisma and stamina for the role.
By 1 month ago
Can Kalonzo fill Raila's big shoes?
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Living the enigma moniker? Raila's undisputed dominance
Despite losing in five presidential elections, Raila has kept reinventing himself with his actions depicting a man who continues to confound friends and foes.
By 1 month ago
Living the enigma moniker? Raila's undisputed dominance
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Uhuru's influence looms large post-presidency
ODM leader Raila Odinga’s remarks that Uhuru prompted him to reach out a political deal with President Ruto has stirred up a hornet’s nest.
By 1 month ago
Uhuru's influence looms large post-presidency
Raila criticised for invoking Uhuru's name in deal with Ruto
A section of politicians has termed Raila’s claims as a convenience to cover his political mischief and stem the tidal wave of political backlash from his action.
By 1 month ago
Raila criticised for invoking Uhuru's name in deal with Ruto
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Gachagua's future uncertain as leaders accuse DP of betrayal
Doubts still abound over Gachagua’s ability to marshal the Mt Kenya leadership to his defense even after Ruto stepped in to end the dark cloud of planned impeachment that hovered over him
By 2 months ago
Gachagua's future uncertain as leaders accuse DP of betrayal
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