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Titanic battle: Lee Kinyanjui forms new party as Sen Kihika goes for his seat

While Mr Kinyanjui has been at the centre of ODM leader Raila Odinga's Azimio La Umoja campaigns, Ms Kihika is a staunch ally of DP William Ruto.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

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Women push to end men’s firm grip on power in elective politics

In Rift Valley, career women politicians hope to move a notch higher by seeking top seats after serving at other levels.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

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Nakuru: From colonial railway outpost to a city

Founded in 1904 as railway outpost, Nakuru town has evolved into a vibrant commercial hub and the country’s political nerve center.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

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DP’s rallying call to voters in his Rift backyard: Do not let me down

DP Ruto Ruto has been on a countrywide campaign since 2018, but had gone slow on the Rift Valley.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Kimemia: Mt Kenya governors have not been coerced to support Raila

Linturi had alleged that most of the governors supporting Raila were not doing so willingly.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

30,000 tea pluckers get 12 per cent salary increment

The increment does not apply to the KTDA workers.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Raila Odinga rules out coalition with Ruto for 2022 polls

ODM leader Raila Odinga has ruled out the possibility of working with Deputy President William Ruto in a political arrangement.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

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Pandora files: Raila, Uhuru embrace leaks, fire warning

ODM leader Raila Odinga took a cue from President Uhuru Kenyatta in embracing the Pandora Papers leak on stashed wealth.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Raila rules out coalition with DP Ruto

ODM leader Raila Odinga has ruled out the possibility of working with Deputy President William Ruto.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Raila, Ruto factor to shape Nakuru governorship race

Governor Lee Kinyanjui who is seeking re-election will face off with Senator Susan Kihika in the 2022 General Election.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Gideon's entry into presidential election stirs up the Rift Valley

Rift Valley is the most populous region, with 12,752,966 people. Gideon Moi's main challenge now is to rally the region behind him.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

KANU, Kenya's grand old party is like the cat with nine lives

KANU was formed in 1960 in preparation of the country’s independence. The party has survived in an environment where many political parties don't.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Uproar over Jubilee’s Senate nominee to replace Victor Prengei

The nomination of Isaac Ngugi to replace the late Victor Prengei in the Senate has caused an uproar among members of the Ogiek community in Nakuru.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Tame fuel price spike – Baringo Senator Gideon Moi

Senator Gideon Moi said high fuel prices negatively impact Kenyans’ purchasing power as inflation tends to rise.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Speaker Muturi, Karua and Kituyi join Kibwana to craft third force

Prof Kibwana, Dr Kituyi and Muturi have all declared their bids to succeed President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Raphael Tuju says Senate nomination slot belongs to Ogiek

Jubilee Party will consider a request by the Ogiek to reserve the senate nomination slot for the community.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Varsity dons to pick union officials at annual delegates conference today

University lecturers will today converge in Nakuru County for their annual delegates conference where they will pick their union representatives.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Which way Rift Valley as Gideon, Ruto jostle for control of vote-rich region?

While DP is banking on the bloc in his bid to succeed Uhuru, the Baringo Senator’s allies are upbeat he will be the candidate of the super alliance

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

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Kinyanjui changes tack to fend off opposition in 2022 governor's contest

Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui appears to be slowly changing his brand of politics in what is even surprising his allies and opponents.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

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With her abrasive style, Senator Kihika is a chip off the old block

Veteran politician Kihika Kimani, who died in 2004 aged 74, bestrode the country’s political landscape like a colossus.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Sammy Leshore speaks on his comeback

Sammy Leshore was gazetted by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) as a nominated Senator on Tuesday May 11.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Outrage as boy, 12, defiled and killed

His naked body was discovered by villagers with his hands tied from behind and mouth gagged with a piece of cloth.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

More women prepare to fight for governor post

Aspirants say they are disappointed by the slow pace of development in the counties over the years

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Police teargas Tanga Tanga MPS at London ward by-election

Langata MP Nixon Korir was roughed up by a group of youth at the Milimani Primary School polling station.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

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Crucial week for BBI Bill

Proponents of draft law confident of getting support of 25 devolved units to meet legal requirement

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Gideon: Following Mzee’s footsteps, one day at a time

After his father’s death, the younger Moi has since established himself as key political figure and one of the leading contenders to succeed Uhuru.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Gideon Moi sets 2022 presidential bid in motion

Baringo Senator Gideon Moi’s journey to the presidency is slowly picking up pace, as he embarks on crafting political alliances.

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Governor races in South Rift pick up pace as 2022 nears

Narok and Kericho governors are serving final terms and new faces will be seen, but in Bomet and Nyandarua, the incumbents must fiercely defend their

By Steve Mkawale 4 years ago

Fringe political parties plot to upset Jubilee, ODM in mini polls

Buoyed by win in Lakeview ward, fringe political parties are plotting to give Jubilee and ODM a run for their money in the March 4 by-elections.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Police, prison warders get better medical cover

He said public procurement processes were adhered to in securing the deal.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Njoro residents march in protest of blogger's brutal murder

His body was found floating in River Ndarugu on Monday, December 7.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Leaders master the age-old art of jumping ship

Our politicians are quick to hitch their wagons to candidates who appear to be headed to the top

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Temperatures rising in restive Rift as leaders map out future

Leaders remain split over the arrest and prosecution of Emuria Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Legislator with gift of the gab who relishes political controversy

On Sunday, the vocal legislator told Uhuru to resign for failing to work with his deputy Ruto.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Six tribes dominate top government jobs- report

Senators now demand breakdown of junior civil servants, say trend may be worse down the ladder.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

What Kinyanjui’s continental award means for Nakuru residents

Why Governor Kinyanjui bagged a prestigious continental leadership award and what it means for Nakuru residents.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Kenyan CEOs bag African awards

The winners will be recognised at the fifth US–Africa Investment Forum and Policy Dialogue on September 29.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Equity’s James Mwangi wins African CEO of the Year Award

Dr. Mwangi beat Maurico Alarcon, the former CEO Nestle Nigeria Plc to win the award this year.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Revival of moribund KFA hits headwinds

The planned revival of the Kenya Farmers Association (KFA) is yet to take off a year after a presidential directive.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago

Virus test earns man eviction notice

Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui has noted the rising stigmatisation of Covid-19 survivors.

By Steve Mkawale 5 years ago