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Refigah acknowledged the administration's intention to protect local entrepreneurs, but cautioned that outright bans risk undermining the nation's economic stability and moral standing.
Zambia’s First Lady, Mutinta Hichilema, captured attention at President Hakainde Hichilema’s inauguration ceremony
Amid the commotion, some members of the crowd can be heard chanting, “Baba yetu,” as they scramble for the loaves.
Stella Agara warns Edwin Sifuna against opportunistic political allies, urging him to scrutinise their records, funding and motives as opposition leaders position themselves ahead of 2027.
Nchimbi entered elective politics in 2005 when he was elected Member of Parliament for Songea Town after securing 67.6 per cent of the vote.
The move places the veteran lawmaker in Gachagua’s growing political camp as the former DP seeks to consolidate support and build a national political network ahead of the 2027 presidential contest.
Mulyungi said development projects targeting communities in Mwingi Central should be implemented through consultation with residents and local leadership to promote transparency and accountability.
Programmes were temporarily paused as Uhuru arrived, with political leaders and members of the Wamalwa family formally receiving him.
The event has attracted veterans including Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, PLP leader Martha Karua, Former CS Fred Matiang'i, former governor Charity Ngilu and former minister Musikari Kombo.
Samidoh said his decision was not driven by his fame as a musician but by his personal connection to the area and his desire to participate in leadership and decision-making.
Raila Jr said the biggest misconception online was the location, with many people assuming the footage had been taken outside President William Ruto's private residence.
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga welcomes Linda Mwananchi rally, reaffirming ODM's support for the broad-based government
His unexpected post triggered immediate reactions from netizens, with supporters celebrating his comeback while political critics seized the opportunity to throw jabs at his legislative leadership.
The legislator had appeared on a political talk show on Sunday evening, where he addressed controversial remarks he made during a weekend rally.
Jalang'o was forced to flee after a cash giveaway in Kayole descended into chaos, prompting him to throw money into the crowd before police moved in to restore order.
The vintage portrait showed Ruto's formative years and includes records of his extracurricular activities, showing he served as a hostel captain, vice chairman of the Christian Union, among others.
Jumwa, who served as Cabinet Secretary for Gender, Culture, the Arts and Heritage in President Ruto's administration, described the move as painful but necessary.
Sifuna claims ODM has sidelined him and other dissenting leaders by removing them from the party's leadership WhatsApp group and reshuffling Senate committee positions
The first-time legislator, who had earlier grabbed attention by travelling to Parliament aboard a public matatu for his swearing-in ceremony, was greeted with a warm welcome from DCP legislators.
Ngotho's gesture has drawn comparisons to 2017, when Igembe South MP John Paul Mwirigi captured national attention after becoming Kenya's youngest MP.
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