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Why Sifuna's position as ODM Secretary General is at stake

Political leaders allied to ODM Party Leader Oburu Odinga are pushing to have Sifuna kicked out of the seat

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Why no referendum is needed before 2027 elections

The call for a referendum has elicited mixed reactions across the country, with a section of the church now rejecting the push to have the constitution amended. 

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Questions over Jirongo's death raised during his requiem mass

Calls for thorough investigations into the mysterious death of United Democratic Party leader Cyrus Jirongo took centre stage during the requiem mass.

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Public debt hits Sh12.04tr as domestic borrowing grows locally

Controller of Budget (CoB) Margaret Nyakang’o said the public debt stock rose by two per cent in the three months from July 1, increasing from Sh11.80 trillion to Sh12.04 trillion. 

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Senator Mutinda adds fire to Nairobi Woman Rep race

Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda launched her bid for Nairobi County MP in 2027 last Friday.

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How Kindiki spent Sh426m in three months

The Controller of Budget said that the Office of the Deputy President used Sh425.8 million, out of which Sh230.86 million went to salaries.

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How counties splashed Sh1.5b on travel in three months

The Controller of Budget, Margaret Nyakang’o, has revealed that 37 counties spent over Sh1.5 billion on domestic and foreign travel in the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year.

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Why Ruto is now targeting Kalonzo ahead of 2027

Ruto seems to have declared all-out war against Wiper Patriotic Front leader.

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Shocking low absorption as counties use only 2 pc of funds in first quarter

Dr Nyakang’o said this represented a decline from a 3 per cent absorption rate realised in a similar period of Financial Year 2024/25.

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Why national assets will be sold to fund roads, railway projects

The move aims to reduce reliance on national budget or borrowing. But critics say Kenya’s biggest challenge is corruption, not shortage of funds.

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Youth urged to take an active in voting, seeking leadership roles

This was emphasised during the launch of a national youth manifesto dubbed ‘Manifesto Yetu’ at the Catholic University of East Africa.

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Why you should be aware of Ruto's 'false promises' this Jamhuri Day

United Opposition leaders have urged Kenyans to be cautious of the claims President Ruto is expected to make on the performance of his administration over the past three years

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Why Sonko's political comeback sparks curiosity

Sonko has been in the political cold after being impeached in December 2020.

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Transfer of devolved functions to counties ready, says Ruto

County governments have over the years cried foul over the national government's continued chokehold on crucial functions

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Why Senators are demanding justice for gold clash victims

Senators have raised alarm over the loss of lives in Ikolomani Constituency, amid tensions over the planned relocation of locals following the discovery of gold valued at Sh687 billion

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Rival Isiolo Speakers appear before Senate as leadership crisis deepens

Political squabbles played out when two rival Isiolo County Assembly Speakers appeared before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee on Tuesday to answer audit queries.

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Opposition slams Ruto over Safaricom sale without public input

Kalonzo and Gachagua have accused President William Ruto of authorising the sale of government shares in Safaricom without public participation.

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County assemblies flagged for ouster 'drama'

The acknowledgement by senators that county assemblies have abused the impeachment process against governors raises many questions about how the exercise has been conducted.

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Nyaribo survives the chop as Senators call for impeachment rules

Nyamira Governor saved after Senate rules MCAs did not meet two-thirds threshold. Some Senators like Omogeni and Majority Whip wanted the matter to go to full hearing.

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Impeachment script: Will Senators bury or save Nyaribo's political career?

Nyamira governor hopes to use preliminary objections to convince the Senate.

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Why Ruto, Oburu are targeting MPs who backed opposition in by-elections

President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga are reportedly planning a purge of Members of Parliament who campaigned for opposition candidates in the recent by-elections.

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How independent candidates, local leaders upset big names in recent polls

Recent by-elections dealt defeats to major political figures, including Wetang’ula and Gachagua.

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Senate to hear Governor Nyaribo impeachment through plenary

Nyaribo is facing the charges of gross violation of the constitution and abuse of office.

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Why DPP is opposing plans to give EACC, NCIC prosecutorial powers

Ingonga argued that if the two agencies are given powers to prosecute, the main target will be legislators who will be hunted most.

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Why Ruto allies, opposition are fighting for by-election prize

Kindiki and Mudavadi have threatened rivals in fierce by-election campaigns. Gachagua and Natembeya have accused the State of sponsoring violence.

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Malaysia to cut tariffs on local produce, beef

President William Ruto, hosted Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the State House in Nairobi.

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Former minister Munyao mourned as leader who served the country with humility

Joseph Munyao, former Mbooni MP and founding Democratic Party leader, is remembered for over 40 years of humble and dedicated public service.

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Ruto's youth employment agenda mired by cheap labour export, slavery

President says NYOTA programme to uplift 820,000 young people.

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Senators rebuke KWS for hiking park fees, ignoring court orders

KWS has been challenged by the Senate over the recent hike in park fees and for disregarding a court order halting their implementation.

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Ministry, hospitals oppose Bill banning patient detention

The Ministry of Health and private hospitals have opposed the Senate’s efforts to stop health facilities from detaining patients or corpses over unpaid bills.

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Rights agency faults ODPP for withdrawing high-profile hate cases

KNCHR tells Senate committee that politicians not punished for reckless utterances. Commission warns Computer Misuse Act danger to democracy.

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Government taken to task over safety of citizens in Tanzania

The Senators sought to know measures instituted by the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs to ensure the safety of Kenyans in Tanzania.

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NCIC investigates Gachagua, four Governors, 10 MPs over hate speech

At least 28 political leaders have been summoned to appear before the commission over some inflammatory remarks

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Why Senators are pushing for tamper-proof CCTV in all police stations

Nyamu pointed out that some people will argue that the installation of CCTV systems is an expensive exercise

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Sakaja says Nairobi needs Sh180 billion to regenerate rivers

Sakaja said that it will cost an average of Sh60 billion to restore each river to its original state.

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State Department for Children Services allocated Sh12.3B, Senate told

CS Cheptumo has told the Senate that the State Department for Children Services has been allocated Sh12.3 billion for the financial year 2025/2026.

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The Sh2 billion scandal in NYS commercialisation

EACC is investigating a suspected Sh2 billion scandal at the National Youth Service (NYS).

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Parliament to issue report on Mediheal kidney transplants

Dr Nyikal defended the decision to hold part of the committee’s engagements with the hospital behind closed doors.

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Why senators want government to raise intern stipends to Sh50,000

Cherargei said there is need to ensure the interns transit into permanent and pensionable terms

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EACC reveals it's probing counties for corruption cases worth billions

EACC boss Abdi Mohamud said they have received 288 reports from the Senate.

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