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Rigathi Gachagua’s political traits, similar to President William Ruto’s, could shape the race for the United Opposition’s presidential flag bearer.
Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Jeremiah Kioni met former Deputy President and DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua in a surprise reconciliation move, acknowledging Gachagua as the new Mt Kenya ‘kingpin’.
Churches and cultural groups are emerging as key players in the fight for the Mt Kenya vote, reigniting political battles seen during the 2022 elections between President Ruto and the opposition.
Mau Mau veterans accuse government of desecrating revered cultural monument.
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta signals a political shift, saying he is now “listening to the ground” as he urges opposition unity and criticises the clergy.
Former Laikipia governor Ndiritu Muriithi has now joined the next year's race through a new party.
Kang’ata is the latest big fish to sucummb to the Riggy G effect in Mt Kenya as UDA faces hostility.
Jeremiah Kioni is emerging as the second most truthful man in the ranks of the united opposition, insisting on speaking out about uncomfortable things and ruffling political feathers in the process.
As Wajir hosts Madaraka Day celebrations for the first time in the North Eastern region, reflections on historical marginalisation and the 1984 Wagalla Massacre highlight the region’s complex past.
Laikipia leaders and MPs are demanding transparency from the national government over reported plans for an Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base.
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