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Topic: Opposition

Matiang'i backs talks for opposition presidential candidate

By Juliet Omelo   2026-06-06 13:58:51

Jubilee Party presidential candidate Fred Matiang’i has signaled he is ready to support a consensus opposition flag bearer in the 2027 General Election

United Opposition to field one candidate in Ol Kalou by-election

By Irungu Wahome   2026-06-03 15:47:22

The United Opposition has announced plans to back a single candidate in the forthcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.

Ruto tells opposition it lacks vision, development agenda

By Abdimalik Hajir   2026-06-03 07:02:17

President Ruto defended his development record in Northeastern Kenya, criticised the opposition, unveiled projects, while MP Salah Yakub questioned the region's gains.

Taiwan opposition leader hopes to 'gain deeper trust' from US

By AFP   2026-06-01 10:33:54

Taiwan's main opposition leader said she hopes to "gain deeper trust" from the US, before departing for the country where she is expected to be grilled over her party's stance on China.

Ruto dismisses opposition, vows easy victory in 2027

By Edwin Nyarangi   2026-06-01 12:30:42

President William Ruto dismissed the opposition as lacking an agenda, expressed confidence in winning the 2027 election.

US billions not worth Kenyan lives, opposition slams government over proposed Ebola facility

By Juliet Omelo   2026-06-01 13:09:34

Opposition leaders led by Rigathi Gachagua have criticised plans for an Ebola treatment facility in Kenya, citing public safety concerns, weak health systems, and lack of public consultation.