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Gachagua vows DCP dominance in Nairobi in 2027

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-02 11:08:09

Democracy for the Citizens Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua has expressed confidence in DCP party becoming a force to reckon with in Nairobi politics.

Morara Kebaso: U-turn or Damascus moment?

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-02 12:29:45

For a man who rose to fame by critiquing the current and former regimes, Morara Kebaso's move to join the former ruling party Jubilee, has got tongues wagging.

Wetangula, Duale rally western Kenya to back Ruto's 2027 re-election bid

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-05 16:50:47

Wetangula and Duale have urged the Luhya community to support President Ruto’s re-election bid, saying the backing would help Western secure support for the presidency in 2032.

Muturi endorses Kalonzo for opposition flagbearer

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-06 11:06:26

Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has publicly endorsed Wiper Patriotic Front party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to be named opposition flagbearer ahead of next year’s presidential contest.

MoE plans to onboard TVET trainers for senior schools

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-07 06:00:00

The Ministry of Education plans to deploy TVET trainers to senior secondary schools to address shortages of teachers for technical subjects under the Competency-Based Education curriculum.

Malala backs Sifuna for opposition ticket

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-07 15:57:42

DCP Deputy party leader Cleophas Malala says he will only back the united opposition if Edwin Sifuna or another Luhya leader is given a top position in the 2027 ticket.

At half time, Gachagua's retreat yet to show white smoke

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-08 10:30:00

Yesterday marked 23 days since former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua started his 45-day retreat at his Wamunyoro residence,his home has been a beehive of activity.

From mattresses to gas cylinders and electricity: How UDA is deploying Mbeere North script in Ol-Kalou

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-08 10:30:00

Government has done last mile electricity connections in a number of places. Traders in Ol-Kalou have also received a major boost after the Mirangine modern market was commissioned.

Why Ol-Kalou by-election is a litmus test for Gachagua, voters

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-09 07:00:00

Next week Thursday is poised to be a definitive day for the future of Kenya’s political landscape. The Ol-Kalou by-election is shaping to be a definitive test for the Kenyan voter and the opposition

Hinga Slams Opposition Talk of Scrapping Affordable Housing Program as Nonsense

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-09 00:00:00

Principal Secretary in charge of Housing and Urban Development Charles Hinga has once again come to the defense of the Affordable Housing program

Mudavadi dismisses Linda Mwananchi leaders presidential ambitions

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-10 00:00:00

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi now claims that the Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi team don’t have what it takes to vie for the country’s top seat.

North Rift leaders endorse Kindiki to succeed Ruto in 2032

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-12 16:50:17

A section of North Rift Kenya Kwanza leaders have endorsed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to succeed President William Ruto in 2032.

Why Orengo, Babu Owino want to hire own 'protection'

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-15 08:00:00

Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino have hinted at hiring their own security to protect themselves from goons.

Ruto's loud silence, inaction on goons

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-15 10:52:23

An analysis questions President Ruto’s response to rising political violence, arguing that his limited public statements and lack of visible action against alleged goons have fuelled public concern.

Petition filed to limit nominated MCAs tenure to one term

By Jacob Ochiro   2026-07-17 16:57:22

A petition has been tabled before the Senate seeking to limit the tenure of Members of County Assembly to one term.