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Irene Githinji

Sh500m row: Junet, Sifuna clash over 2022 ODM campaign money

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-05 00:00:00

Minority Leader Junet Mohamed and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, have accused each other of mishandling the funds, dragging former President Uhuru Kenyatta into the controversy.

Why Trump's moves are giving African leaders sleepless nights

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-05 00:00:00

Last month Trump launched strikes in Nigeria’s Northern State of Sokoto, less than two months after his usual remarks that could have easily passed for informal social media rants.

Die hard traitor: Why Junet is fighting Judas Iscariot label

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-06 09:00:00

National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed is known for his headline-making traits and whenever he gets the mic, he always delivers, even in the most comical or absurd ways.

Government accused of de-funding education

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-07 06:00:00

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro accused government of defunding the country’s education, noting that move could affect quality teaching and learning.

North Eastern MPs criticise Gachagua for Eastleigh mall claims

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-08 00:00:00

North Eastern MPs have accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of making statements that amount to ethnic profiling.

Why Natembeya is the most influential Western region leader

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-09 07:00:00

The poll conducted on December 29, 2025, shows that Governor Natembeya influences Luhya politics, having garnered at least half of the support from the five counties sampled.

Sub-county schools outshine county rivals in KCSE

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-10 09:20:00

Day schools have this year turned the tables on their higher-ranked County counterparts and will now be sending more students to the universities.

Phasing out 8-4-4: KCSE exams enter final stretch

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-12 06:00:00

The number of candidates could be higher, as more learners are expected to use the chances available to acquire secondary school certification under 8-4-4, a system that is being replaced with CBE.

Kingpin: Ruto, Gachagua battle for Mt Kenya region's attention

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-13 08:00:00

The battle for the Mt Kenya region vote basket continues even as President William Ruto insists on the need to go beyond politicking and focus on critical programmes of empowerment.

Former CS Muturi weighs in on senior school admissions debate

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-13 11:48:35

Muturi says the country does not need a new formula of admissions into senior secondary schools but rather a political ethic that forces leaders to live with the consequences of their governance.

Developers condemn reports that most city buildings are unsafe

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-15 00:00:00

They have also described the statement as alarming and could cause unnecessary panic to Kenyans.

Muturi questions Ruto's development priorities

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-17 20:00:00

Muturi criticises governance driven by optics, arguing productivity must precede grandiosity.

Parties go into a frenzy as they prepare for elections

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-19 07:00:00

Political parties are scrambling to put their houses in order with 600 days remaining before the August 2027 General Election.

Safaricom shareholding change won't alter governance - Ndegwa

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-20 08:00:00

Safaricom has moved to allay fears on its structure if the partial divestiture by government is approved, saying that it will still remain a Kenyan-run company.

Labour mobility is structured process, Mudavadi assures

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-22 00:00:00

He made the remarks during a joint press conference in Nairobi with visiting German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul.

Lusaka: Ford-K will renegotiate its stake in Kenya Kwanza

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-22 08:00:00

Lusaka made the remarks as he affirmed that the party remains in Kenya Kwanza and will also support President William Ruto’s re-election next year.

NADCO team seeks to drop idle tag after meeting President

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-23 00:00:00

Members of NADCO on Thursday defended themselves against allegations of dragging their feet, saying they have covered a wide scope of issues to achieve the right output.

Muturi: High Court's ruling on advisory offices matters, provides clarity

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-24 08:15:00

Muturi said that although the High Court has now switched the lights back on, there is concern whether the political class will listen and implement.

Faithfuls choked at Nyeri church as Gachagua claims assassination attempt

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-26 09:15:00

Terror struck worshippers in Othaya, Nyeri County, on Sunday after people suspected to be plain-clothes police officers lobbed teargas into a church during service attended by Gachagua.

ODM divisions rekindle memories of bitter ousters of top leaders

By Irene Githinji   2026-01-28 08:20:00

Orange party leaders insist the differing opinions are part and parcel of democracy.