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Topic: Politics

Wetang'ula tightens grip on Western as Mudavadi stays away from local politics

By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza   2026-06-08 17:50:03

Wetang’ula is increasingly emerging as the dominant political figure in Western, steadily consolidating his influence and positioning himself as a potential presidential contender in 2032

Nairobi ACK bishop urges leaders to shun ethnic politics

By Irungu Wahome   2026-06-07 17:50:48

The Nairobi ACK Diocese Bishop Johnathan Kabiru has urged politicians and Kenyans to embrace unity peace and tolerance ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Gender rule a legal promise trapped in politics

By Wanja Maina   2026-06-06 23:32:44

Kenya’s challenge is not the absence of constitutional clarity, but the absence of mechanisms to convert constitutional intent into political compliance.

Elachi: Why character, not politics, holds key to fixing kenya's deepening crises

By Mike Kihaki   2026-06-06 11:11:16

Elachi says Kenya’s challenges stem from a character crisis, not politics, urging stronger values, accountability, and collective responsibility to address inequality, governance, and social decay.

Why Uhuru owes us restraint while opposing Ruto's politics

By Kamotho Waiganjo   2026-06-06 16:36:08

Traditionally, retired presidents have served as elder statesmen.

Turkana woman rep Ishuu decries toxic politics, calls for respect

By Lucas Ngasike   2026-06-02 16:40:34

Turkana Woman Representative Cecilia Ishuu has condemned political mudslinging and personal attacks, calling for respectful, issue-based politics amid rising tensions in Turkana County.