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Harold Odhiambo

ODM infighting erupts as Raila's death fuels rifts

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-01-02 08:45:00

Battlelines have been drawn, and the chasm between opposing factions is widening as the ODM enters a new year marked by uncertainty and an imminent split.

Outside national stage, Junet is an absentee MP, constituents say

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-01-06 09:00:00

Suna East MP Junet Mohamed rose from a small shopkeeper to a three-term legislator, gaining significant influence in national politics.

Betrayed in death: Inside ODM's rivalry, greed killing Raila Odinga's legacy

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-01-08 08:00:00

The flowery messages posted by ODM leaders to celebrate Raila’s birthday stand in stark contrast to what is happening in his once-celebrated party, now tottering on the brink of self-destruction.

Kisumu's volunteers lead the fight against hazardous waste

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-01-08 16:18:59

Volunteers are transforming Dunga Beach from a hazardous waste dump into a pristine lakefront

This man Oburu: Is he leading ODM into a freefall?

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-01-18 08:15:00

Oburu has failed to inspire supporters that he is the right fit. He stutters, struggles with crowd control and sometimes forgets the message

Honour or bribery? Questions abound Ruto's nomination of Ida

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-01-25 07:00:00

Commentators say the appointment is being by Ruto to worm his way into ODM hearts

Inside ODM's billions fight to succeed Raila Odinga

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-02-01 07:00:00

Party has an estimated Sh13 billion war-chest that whoever can control it will wield power

Inside Oketch Salah's fast-growing political clout

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-02-06 10:00:43

Oketch Salah rose rapidly in ODM politics, leveraging proximity to Raila Odinga, money, and influence, leaving allies impressed, critics suspicious, and questions lingering.

How Oketch Salah became a key voice in ODM almost overnight

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-02-06 09:45:35

Oketch Salah, a polished businessman, rose rapidly in ODM politics, leveraging proximity to Raila Odinga, money, and influence, leaving allies impressed, critics suspicious, and questions lingering.

Battle lines drawn as Oburu takes on Sifuna

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-02-07 07:30:00

ODM leader Oburu Oginga confronts SG Edwin Sifuna over his stance while defending a pre-election pact with President Ruto’s UDA.

Battle lines drawn as Oburu takes on Sifuna over party leadership dispute

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-02-07 09:20:00

Party leader publicly criticises Secretary General over indiscipline and coalition talks with UDA as insiders now consider disciplinary action against Sifuna and perceived rebels.

Money and mystery: How Oketch Salah has burst ODM's political turf

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-02-08 07:00:00

Oketch Salah has the skills and ability that few in ODM have, and has positioned himself as a key political player that cannot be wished away just yet.

Kisumu in new bid to incorporate children in budget-making, public participation

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-02-26 13:36:26

Children in Kisumu are participating in budgeting and development decisions through a new initiative that empowers them to influence policies affecting their future.

From warlords to shadowy figures, how rogue officials dish out passports to crooks

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-02-27 09:00:00

Details have emerged of how rogue immigration officials, allegedly acting on instructions from senior government figures, aided one of Sudan’s most wanted warlords, to acquire Kenyan passports.

How rogue Immigration officials are selling the Kenyan ID

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-03-01 07:00:00

A network of corrupt Kenya Immigration Department officials, aided by systemic weaknesses, has reportedly facilitated the sale of Kenyan IDs and passports to Somali nationals and terrorists.

Kisumu County to pilot financial tracking in bid to improve food systems

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-03-06 10:15:19

Keen to bolster food security in the country, stakeholders have unveiled an ambitious financial tracking initiative to help counties monitor investments in food systems.

Faces of impunity: PS Bitok, Cheluget linked to RSF passport saga

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-03-09 09:00:00

Senior government officials under whose watch members of a Sudanese militia and suspected Somali terrorists acquired Kenyan passports and identification cards are walking with their heads high.

Dawn attack on ex-PS Irungu Nyakera-linked hotel leaves more questions

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-03-12 08:40:00

The fangs of hooliganism in Kisumu reared its ugly head after goons raided a hotel belonging to former PS Irungu Nyakera, vandalizing property and stealing equipment.

Experts say Ruto is driving economy to the ground over rising fuel prices

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-04-16 08:30:00

President William Ruto is walking a tightrope as the fuel crisis threatens to revive the cost-of-living pressures that nearly crippled his administration during the 2024 Gen Z demonstrations.

To reshuffle or not to reshuffle? Ruto's cabinet conundrum

By Harold Odhiambo   2026-05-24 09:00:00

Pressure mounts on President Ruto to reshuffle Cabinet amid economic strain, alleged cronyism and growing public dissatisfaction.