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Kenyans should be lauded for voting peacefully

Kenya has a moral responsibility to maintain peace while we await the results, having completed the voting process.

By Samwel Obegi 1 day ago

Kenyans should be lauded for voting peacefully

Nelson Havi concedes defeat in Westlands MP race

Nelson Havi concedes defeat in Westlands MP race

By Stephanie Wangari 4 days ago

Ruto, Karua first to vote at their respective polling stations

Ruto, Karua first to vote at their respective polling stations

By Brian Okoth 5 days ago

Why voting makes economic sense

Why voting makes economic sense

By XN Iraki 5 days ago

We are shocked by decision to postpone governor polls, Mombasa and Kakamega candidates say

We are shocked by decision to postpone governor polls, Mombasa and Kakamega candidates say

By George Maringa 6 days ago

We are shocked by decision to postpone governor polls, Mombasa and Kakamega candidates say

Billboards vanish from Mombasa

Campaign billboards have been removed from Mombasa after the campaign period ended on Saturday.

By Patrick Beja 6 days ago

Billboards vanish from Mombasa

Mombasa, Kakamega governor races suspended

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has suspended elections for the Mombasa and Kakamega gubernatorial race.

By Stephanie Wangari 6 days ago

Mombasa, Kakamega governor races suspended

Kenya to have free elections, new US ambassador says

“I have no doubt Kenya will showcase for the world what free and fair election looks like and how peaceful transitions work,” she said.

By PSCU 8 days ago

Kenya to have free elections, new US ambassador says

Nightclubs and chapatis: Antics politicians are using to woo voters

Nairobi governor candidate Polycarp Igathe wowed netizens with his “let me help you do it” campaign antics.

By Betty Njeru 10 days ago

Nightclubs and chapatis: Antics politicians are using to woo voters

Matiang'i declares Tuesday, August 9 a public holiday

Interior CS Fred Matiang’i gazettes Tuesday, August 9 as a public holiday to allow Kenyans to vote in the general election.

By Betty Njeru 10 days ago

Matiang'i declares Tuesday, August 9 a public holiday

IEBC: How we'll transmit presidential results

IEBC says should there be conflicting presidential results in Forms 34A and 34B on Election Day, the commission will treat figures in Form 34A as final.

By Stephanie Wangari 11 days ago

IEBC: How we'll transmit presidential results

I have not endorsed Raila, Wajackoyah says

Wajackoyah maintains he is on the ballot.

By Mate Tongola 11 days ago

I have not endorsed Raila, Wajackoyah says

Ruto breaks down during prayer service in Karen

Ruto can be seen in the clip that has since gone viral, holding back tears and burying his face in his hands, as the worship team led the congregants in worship.

By Fred Kagonye 12 days ago

Ruto breaks down during prayer service in Karen

President Kenyatta: I'll not fight back any more

President Kenyatta: I’ll not fight back any more

By David Njaaga 13 days ago

President Kenyatta: I'll not fight back any more

Row over parents' body as fresh elections called

Justice Anthony Mrima, in his judgment of February 3, 2021, ordered the Ministry of Education to hold fresh elections of National Parents Association (NPA) officials.

By Augustine Oduor 13 days ago

Row over parents' body as fresh elections called

The powers Uhuru will lose on Aug. 9 despite being in office as president

President Uhuru Kenyatta will lose several powers on August 9, when Kenyans will take to the polls to choose their next group of leaders.

By Mate Tongola 16 days ago

The powers Uhuru will lose on Aug. 9 despite being in office as president

Ruto to deal with 'State capture' if elected president

DP Ruto claimed that corruption had been absorbed into government.

By Betty Njeru 24 days ago

Ruto to deal with 'State capture' if elected president

Blow to Kigame as Court suspends orders to be considered for clearance

Court of Appeal suspends High Court order directing IEBC to consider Reuben Kigame’s presidential bid pending determination of appeal filed by the Commission.

By Kamau Muthoni 24 days ago

Blow to Kigame as Court suspends orders to be considered for clearance

President Uhuru caps 2-kg unga price at Sh100 countrywide

A spot-check by The Standard, however, revealed that a 2-kg packet of unga was retailing as high as Sh230 in some supermarkets.

By Winfrey Owino 25 days ago

President Uhuru caps 2-kg unga price at Sh100 countrywide

Ruto meets international media three weeks to polls

This comes amid allegations by the DP Ruto-led Kenya Kwanza Alliance that local media houses were biased in political coverage.

By Winfrey Owino 27 days ago

Ruto meets international media three weeks to polls

Former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shot while campaigning

Former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shot while campaigning in Nara City, hospitalised; suspect arrested, police say.

By Reuters 1 month ago

Former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shot while campaigning

My boss refused to have a chat with me, Ruto says

During KTN News’ town hall meeting on Thursday night, the DP disclosed that he had made an unsuccessful attempt at having a dialogue with his boss.

By Winfrey Owino 1 month ago

My boss refused to have a chat with me, Ruto says

Kenya's fringe presidential candidates: What they offer in elections

While Kenya’s 2022 general election will have just two fringe candidates, previous elections have had between three (in 2002) and 13 (in 1997).

By The Conversation 1 month ago

Kenya's fringe presidential candidates: What they offer in elections

IEBC does not answer to individuals- Chebukati

IEBC Chairperson Wafula Chebukati on Thursday, July 7, clarified reports that the commission would not be allowed to conduct polls

By Betty Njeru 1 month ago

IEBC does not answer to individuals- Chebukati

Wavinya: My degree challengers wasting time

The two voters had initially filed a similar petition with the IEBC dispute resolution tribunal and failed, prompting them to move to the High Court.

By Erastus Mulwa 1 month ago

Wavinya: My degree challengers wasting time

DP Ruto pledges free internet, criticises recent state projects

While giving his pledges to Kenyans on Thursday night, the DP promised to achieve full digital revolution in the period between 2023 and 2027.

By Winfrey Owino 1 month ago

DP Ruto pledges free internet, criticises recent state projects

He looks like a wooly-headed idealist, but Wajackoyah has a point

Prof Wajackoyah is a blend of rebellion, chutzpah, intellect, defiance, and confusion.

By Alexander Chagema 1 month ago

He looks like a wooly-headed idealist, but Wajackoyah has a point

Ruto's plan to transform sectors, grow economy

DP William Ruto's Kenya Kwanza has held economic forums across the 47 counties and signed 10 charters with various groups.

By Jacob Ngetich 1 month ago

Ruto's plan to transform sectors, grow economy

Ruto and Raila disagree over IEBC method to identify voters

While Raila and his allies made a case for having a printed register, Ruto and his representatives, insisted on an electronic register.

By Brian Otieno 1 month ago

Ruto and Raila disagree over IEBC method to identify voters

Ruto tells High Court he can only be impeached

According to Ruto’s lawyer, his term in office will only end after the election adding that the only way to have him out is through impeachment in Parliament.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

Ruto tells High Court he can only be impeached

Poll body ordered to include running mates photos on ballot papers

Ballot papers will have to be bigger or the details on them, including the box to tick will be smaller in order to accommodate the new faces.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

Poll body ordered to include running mates photos on ballot papers

Wanjigi asks court to bar IEBC from printing ballot papers

Jimi Wanjigi argues that the commission failed to include his name for the presidential contest despite meeting all the requirements.

By Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

Wanjigi asks court to bar IEBC from printing ballot papers

Debate over manual or electronic registers use on voting day continues to haunt elections body

The method the IEBC uses to identify voters before they are allowed to cast their ballots, and the results transmission at the end of polling, have been contentious issues.

By Allan Mungai 1 month ago

Debate over manual or electronic registers use on voting day continues to haunt elections body

Karua's appeal to Nyanza: Just ensure 100pc voter turn-out

Ms Karua noted that they had locked almost all the regions countrywide under their fold and were keen to ensure they win by a landslide.

By James Omoro and Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

Karua's appeal to Nyanza: Just ensure 100pc voter turn-out

Uhuru set for North Rift tour amid grumbling

Uhuru is expected to preside over a military pass-out parade and commissioning of major projects in Uasin Gishu on Friday.

By Evans Kipkuria 1 month ago

Uhuru set for North Rift tour amid grumbling

Zoning an affront to aspirants, democracy

Major political coalitions are grappling with the headache of zoning for outright wins.

By Editorial 1 month ago

Zoning an affront to aspirants, democracy

In State House race, big margin victory will be good for Kenya

The 2013 and 2017 legal battles in the presidential election results remind us that peace is fragile if election outcomes are not handled well.

By Elias Mokua 1 month ago

In State House race, big margin victory will be good for Kenya

List: Demands presidential candidates want met in August polls

The meeting sought to examine the voter's register and the commission's readiness for the elections.

By David Njaaga 1 month ago

List: Demands presidential candidates want met in August polls

Western leaders reject zoning idea in region, say it could hurt Raila's presidential bid

Politicians allied with the coalition appear to have disagreed on these issues and this is likely to hurt the fortunes of its presidential candidate Raila Odinga.

By Brian Kisanji and John Shilitsa 1 month ago

Western leaders reject zoning idea in region, say it could hurt Raila's presidential bid

Azimio has 24 hours to finish zoning as parties oppose scheme

IEBC is set to gazette candidates tomorrow with 40 days remaining to elections.

By Brian Otieno 1 month ago

Azimio has 24 hours to finish zoning as parties oppose scheme

Call for six-piece voting angers other candidates

Governor Hassan Joho said the Orange party will push for a six-piece vote even though there are candidates from other coalition partners.

By Benard Sanga 1 month ago

Call for six-piece voting angers other candidates

Why we never submitted nominated members' list to IEBC - FORD Asili

The Commission confirms that, by midnight of June 25, 2022, it had received party lists from 81 Political Parties out of the 83.

By Winfrey Owino 1 month ago

Why we never submitted nominated members' list to IEBC - FORD Asili

High Court declines to stop gazzettment of Jumwa over lack of degree

Two petitioners contend that Ms Jumwa did not produce academic papers for nomination and clearance to contest for the seat.

By Joackim Bwana 1 month ago

High Court declines to stop gazzettment of Jumwa over lack of degree

Why Kenya faces state capture in this election

Out of the 241 tainted aspirants, barely 10 have been barred by IEBC from vying.

By Kibe Mungai 1 month ago

Why Kenya faces state capture in this election

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