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Gachagua ally dumps him for 'trying to control' Mt Kenya politics
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been dealt a major blow after one of his trusted confidants dumped him for allegedly trying to dictate management of Mt Kenya politics.
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Gachagua ally dumps him for 'trying to control' Mt Kenya politics
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Ruto walks on tightrope amid anxiety over new IEBC lineup
The President has up to Tuesday to submit names of nominees to Parliament. Process to reconstitute the electoral agency has delayed due to political controversy.
By 9 days ago
Ruto walks on tightrope amid anxiety over new IEBC lineup
Kindiki under siege following political alignments
The political rift between former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Opposition leaders, and President William Ruto puts Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in a difficult spot.
By 10 days ago
Kindiki under siege following political alignments
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Raila, Ruto men clash over roads rehabilitation billions
The friendly fire between ODM and Kenya Kwanza leaders over the RMLF could be the deal breaker in the so-called broad-based government.
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Raila, Ruto men clash over roads rehabilitation billions
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CoG: William Ruto a threat to devolution
County chiefs want to manage the roads fund but the Executive won’t hear of it. President has pleaded with governors to allow the national government to run it.
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CoG: William Ruto a threat to devolution
Enemies of devolution cripple service delivery
It is turning out that the national government, governors and MPs and MCAs are some of the threats to devolution, according to a section of leaders and devolution civil society organisations.
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Enemies of devolution cripple service delivery
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Matiang'i bounces back from hiatus, but won't just yet declare ambition
After a 14-month hiatus, former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i, who left the country under a cloud of controversy after his home was raided by police, is back in the public sphere.
By 28 days ago
Matiang'i bounces back from hiatus, but won't just yet declare ambition
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Ruto's multibillion-shilling renovations amid scarcity spark outrage
Despite recent upgrades, next year's Budget proposes to increase allocations for top State officers.
By 29 days ago
Ruto's multibillion-shilling renovations amid scarcity spark outrage
Thoughtless 'expert': Mbadi's solution for those with stolen funds in foreign accounts
The CS wants the illicit money invested locally, as this could generate jobs and stimulate economic growth.
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Thoughtless 'expert': Mbadi's solution for those with stolen funds in foreign accounts
Ruto's revolving door keeps allies guessing where the axe falls next
When picking his appointees, the President praises them for their integrity and expertise.
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Ruto's revolving door keeps allies guessing where the axe falls next
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Duale: Ruto's loyal lieutenant who always lands on his feet
Duale’s elevation to Health Docket highlights his key role in Ruto’s evolving administration strategy. From Defense to Environment influence grows, shaping critical policies and decisions.
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Duale: Ruto's loyal lieutenant who always lands on his feet
Ruto's mind games and his 'chameleonic' government
Ruto’s reshuffles have been interpreted as mind games, as he fires officials to quell public outrage only to reassign them to the Council of Economic Advisors (CEA), chaired by Dr David Ndii.
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Ruto's mind games and his 'chameleonic' government
Hire fire and recycle: Ruto's 'constant change strategy' for political survival
In just three years, President William Ruto has reshuffled his Cabinet thrice, dissolved it once and reorganised it four times.
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Hire fire and recycle: Ruto's 'constant change strategy' for political survival
President Ruto faces litmus test as he tours restive Mt Kenya region
After shying away from Mt Kenya region since the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, President Ruto is expected to test the slippery mountain once again.
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President Ruto faces litmus test as he tours restive Mt Kenya region
Nyachae, Amadi among top names seeking to lead IEBC
The race is on to fill the vacancy at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of the chair whose last occupant was Wafula Chebukati.
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Nyachae, Amadi among top names seeking to lead IEBC
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Why Raila's plan on Nadco may be a pipe dream
Raila Odinga’s demands on the full implementation of the Nadco report, which introduces the Leader of Opposition and the Prime Minister offices, may be a tall order.
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Why Raila's plan on Nadco may be a pipe dream
Ruto's gamble: Can his new CSs tame rebellion?
Trio seen as potential heavyweights to unite Mt Kenya, ease hostility toward president.Analysts say appointing the leaders was misguided; service delivery key to winning support.
By 2 months ago
Ruto's gamble: Can his new CSs tame rebellion?
Sakaja's city of waste, scandals and legal woes
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is in a spot again, this time for dumping foul-smelling waste outside Stima Plaza in wrangle on utility bills.
By 2 months ago
Sakaja's city of waste, scandals and legal woes
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Kalonzo to meet Raila over future of the opposition
Kalonzo insists Raila’s alliance with President Ruto has tainted his legacy and only a political U-turn can restore it.
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Kalonzo to meet Raila over future of the opposition
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Raila inclusion in Ruto government could shift power, sideline key allies
Push for Prime Minister role may sideline Ruto allies DP Kithure Kindiki, and Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi. Incorporating Raila into Ruto's government could shift power dynamics, strengthening Raila.
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Raila inclusion in Ruto government could shift power, sideline key allies
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Wetang'ula dilemma: Give up Ford-K party or Speaker's perks?
With ANC out of the way, Speaker Moses Wetang’ula now finds himself in the crosshairs of President William Ruto, as he stands in the way of the President’s dominance of the Western block.
By 3 months ago
Wetang'ula dilemma: Give up Ford-K party or Speaker's perks?
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Speaker's power play and art of political survival
Throughout his political life, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has been streetwise and one of the country’s ultimate political gambler.
By 3 months ago
Speaker's power play and art of political survival
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Merger or takeover? Inside ANC-UDA deal
The much touted merger between the ruling United Democratic Alliance party (UDA) and Amani National Congress (ANC) was actually a dissolution.  
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Merger or takeover? Inside ANC-UDA deal
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Unpresidential Ruto
Phrases such as ‘you are fools’ you can’t teach me anything since I have a PHD, you are possessed by demons, I will transport you to heaven or to jail’.
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Unpresidential Ruto
Will Gachagua's ouster return to haunt Ruto?
Since he took office, President William Ruto has made a number of political and policy decisions that have angered the people.
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Will Gachagua's ouster return to haunt Ruto?
Is Gachagua bitter or man on a mission to sustain his opposition antics?
In the last three months impeached Deputy President Rigathi Rigathi has been on the warpath and in his crosshairs is his former boss President William Ruto who has been subject of his public vitriol.
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Is Gachagua bitter or man on a mission to sustain his opposition antics?
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Ruto-Uhuru war of words revives talk about their Ichaweri meeting
Ruto-Uhuru meeting sparked alliance speculation, contradicted by statements, appointments.Uhuru urges Ruto to respect rule of law, democracy, and address Kenya’s issues.
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Ruto-Uhuru war of words revives talk about their Ichaweri meeting
Abductions threaten to water down Maraga police reforms
While reforms were also aimed at improving the relations between the police and the public, the spate of abductions have worsened the situation
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Abductions threaten to water down Maraga police reforms
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How Ruto cheerleaders are fuelling anger, public disaffection
The more President William Ruto’s cheerleaders open their mouth to win trust, the more they invite criticism and public resentment against the Kenya Kwanza administration.
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How Ruto cheerleaders are fuelling anger, public disaffection
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Battle lines as Ruto and Gachagua allies fight for the soul of Mt Kenya
President and his estranged former deputy in a fierce contest for popularity ahead of 2027.They have picked their point men to lure them.
By 4 months ago
Battle lines as Ruto and Gachagua allies fight for the soul of Mt Kenya
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Ruto faces challenges in bid to rebuild image
President William Ruto faces a monumental task this year, starting with rebuilding his image, which has suffered due to the abduction of government critics and unfulfilled promises
By 4 months ago
Ruto faces challenges in bid to rebuild image
Ruto shifts focus to Western and gives restless Mt Kenya wide berth
The President’s charm offensive to the region began a week before Gachagua’s impeachment started.
By 4 months ago
Ruto shifts focus to Western and gives restless Mt Kenya wide berth
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'Missing' Kindiki resurfaces with New Year posts
The mystery of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki whereabouts has deepened following a flurry of New Year messages unleashed hours after the world ushered in 2025.
By 4 months ago
'Missing' Kindiki resurfaces with New Year posts
Here are the ten most influential Kenyans to watch in the new year 2025
Ruto only has this year to consolidate his legacy projects that he may use for relection.He has already announced plans of a dual carriageway of the Nairobi-Malaba road.
By 4 months ago
Here are the ten most influential Kenyans to watch in the new year 2025
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Kindiki ghosts after 2 payslips leaving his boss to hold court
After about 60 days in office, Deputy President, Prof Kithure Kindiki is on the spotlight over been conspicuously missing from public events.
By 4 months ago
Kindiki ghosts after 2 payslips leaving his boss to hold court
Teargas, batons as Kenyans pour into the streets in 'day of rage'
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka accused Ruto’s administration of overseeing mass abductions of government critics on social media.
By 4 months ago
Teargas, batons as Kenyans pour into the streets in 'day of rage'
Isaack Hassan to take over as Ipoa chairperson
President Ruto yesterday gazetteed the appointment of former IEBC chairperson Ahmed Issack Hassan to head the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa) Board.
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Isaack Hassan to take over as Ipoa chairperson
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Evil spirits?: William Ruto's change of tone on criticism
President William Ruto’s “evil spirit” remarks against his critics and a threat from Mining CS Hassan Joho could be an indication of a new Kenya Kwanza strategy to confront growing criticism.
By 5 months ago
Evil spirits?: William Ruto's change of tone on criticism
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Kenya's high octane politics three years to next general elections
As Kenyans continue to demand services from the government decrying the high cost of living, the political class is seeking alignments for the 2027 elections.
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Kenya's high octane politics three years to next general elections
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Eyes on 2027 as Kamba, Gema join amid calls to 'salvage nation'
Kalonzo signals joining forces with Mt Kenya region after “reintegration” ceremony.
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Eyes on 2027 as Kamba, Gema join amid calls to 'salvage nation'