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Steve Mkawale

Why tribal affiliations are likely to define 2027 elections, yet again

The absence of viable political parties with well-developed structures has made ethnicity a major factor. Regional kingpins and tribal leaders ultimately balkanize the nation into ethnic enclaves.

Why tribal affiliations are likely to define 2027 elections, yet again

Galla goats give lifeline to struggling pastoralists

Galla goats give lifeline to struggling pastoralists

Used, dumped and silenced: Ruto's path now littered with loyalists left behind

Used, dumped and silenced: Ruto's path now littered with loyalists left behind

IHR Calls for Investigation into Gen Z Killings following BBC expose

IHR Calls for Investigation into Gen Z Killings following BBC expose

Five feared dead as police, residents clash over alleged land grabbing

Five people are feared dead and scores injured following clashes between police and residents protesting the alleged land grabbing in Angata-Barrikoi, Trans Mara sub-county, Narok County.

Five feared dead as police, residents clash over alleged land grabbing

Lame duck: MPs clear Cheptumo, Ruku for Cabinet amid outrage

This time, the approval of two cabinet nominees by President William Ruto has brought the National Assembly into the limelight.

Lame duck: MPs clear Cheptumo, Ruku for Cabinet amid outrage

Ombudsman seeks answers on six candidates sneaked in IEBC interviews

The Office of the Ombudsman is seeking clarification regarding the late inclusion of six names in the shortlist for positions at the IEBC.

Ombudsman seeks answers on six candidates sneaked in IEBC interviews

Rights group questions roles of Itumbi, Farouk in State House

A human rights advocacy group is urging President Ruto to clarify the roles of Dennis Itumbi and Farouk Kibet, suggesting that their actions have damaged the reputation of the presidency.

Rights group questions roles of Itumbi, Farouk in State House

How police assaulted journalists covering Butere Girls in Nakuru

At least six journalists were attacked and assaulted by police officers while covering the chaotic arrest of Cleophas Malala, the former Kakamega Senator, in Nakuru.

How police assaulted journalists covering Butere Girls in Nakuru

Malala detained ahead of Echoes of War performance

Echoes of War scriptwriter Cleophas Malala being held at Eldama Ravine Police Station, set to be arraigned, his lawyer Kennedy Echesa confirms; the charges remain unclear.

Malala detained ahead of Echoes of War performance

Gideon Moi condemns harassment of Malala over 'Echoes of War' play

Moi expressed his concern over the state's use of violent intimidation against Cleophas Malala, the scriptwriter, in an attempt to prevent the play from being performed.

Gideon Moi condemns harassment of Malala over 'Echoes of War' play

Police teargas journalists during Malala standoff at drama festival venue

Police officers blocked Malala from accessing the school grounds.

Police teargas journalists during Malala standoff at drama festival venue

Mt Kenya tour gives President a glimpse of what to expect in 2027

Instead of providing clear answers, Ruto's visit has raised more questions among residents regarding their future direction and who genuinely represents their best interests.

Mt Kenya tour gives President a glimpse of what to expect in 2027

Gen Kahariri, Haji's remarks on 'Ruto Must Go' draw criticism

According to the Institute of Human Rights (IHR), the involvement of the country’s top security chiefs in politically charged matters is against their constitutional obligations.

Gen Kahariri, Haji's remarks on 'Ruto Must Go' draw criticism

Kihika's absence ignites debate on the role of deputy governors

Nakuru governor left the country in November last year for the US where she has been since.

Kihika's absence ignites debate on the role of deputy governors

University student jailed 25 years for Valerian Njeri murder

The High Court in Naivasha has sentenced a university student to twenty-five years in prison for the murder of 15-year-old Valerian Njeri five years ago.

University student jailed 25 years for Valerian Njeri murder

Governor Kihika's absence and the fodder it gives to 2027 rivals

The UDA-ODM pact, along with the emerging alliance between Gachagua and Kalonzo is shaping the political landscape in Nakuru County.

Governor Kihika's absence and the fodder it gives to 2027 rivals

Why Raila-Ruto pact excites Rift Valley

The partnership is perceived to have the potential to reconfigure the country’s political landscape if the two leaders agree to pull together in the same direction in 2027 polls.

By 2 months ago

Why Raila-Ruto pact excites Rift Valley

Can the UDA, ODM marriage secure Ruto a second term?

The deal, fashioned as a partnership between the UDA and ODM is seen as a boost to Ruto’s presidency after months of turmoil.

By 2 months ago

Can the UDA, ODM marriage secure Ruto a second term?

Rights group urges Raila to shun Ruto, strengthen democracy

David Koros, the President of the Institute for Human Rights, said Raila should demand justice for the youth murdered and those abducted for criticising Ruto.

By 2 months ago

Rights group urges Raila to shun Ruto, strengthen democracy

New Cabinet trio sign up for tough job as economic pressure mounts

The trio has joined the government at a time when the country’s economic fortunes are dwindling. Their dockets are critical to the country’s economic revival and growth.

By 4 months ago

New Cabinet trio sign up for tough job as economic pressure mounts

Lobby group wants ICC to intervene over abductions

The Institute for Human Rights has urged the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the Commissioner for Human Rights Council to intervene in cases of abductions in the country.

By 4 months ago

Lobby group wants ICC to intervene over abductions

Rights defenders urge Ruto's action against abductions.

Human rights activists have called on President William Ruto to take decisive action against rising incidents of abductions across the country.

By 4 months ago

Rights defenders urge Ruto's action against abductions.

Civil Rights defenders urge Ruto's action against abductions.

Human rights activists have called on William Ruto to take decisive action against rising incidents of abductions across the country.

By 4 months ago

Civil Rights defenders urge Ruto's action against abductions.

YouTuber claims he was threatened by Sudi for criticizing Ruto

Political intolerance within the government escalated over the weekend after Kapsaret MP Oscar Sudi allegedly threatened a YouTuber for posting negative stories about President Ruto’s administration.

By 4 months ago

YouTuber claims he was threatened by Sudi for criticizing Ruto

Year of unrest and emergence of unexpected political landscape

The government’s perceived inability to address challenges effectively fueled protests. Economic hardships, rising public debt and corruption intensified public discontent.

By 4 months ago

Year of unrest and emergence of unexpected political landscape

Uhuru nominees face uphill task in delivering Mt Kenya to Ruto

Mutahi Kagwe, Lee Kinyanjui, and William Kabogo not only face an uphill task of rallying a rebellious Mt Kenya region behind Ruto but also turning around the economic plan to favour the hustlers.

By 4 months ago

Uhuru nominees face uphill task in delivering Mt Kenya to Ruto

Ruto banks on Kinyanjui to win crucial Nakuru vote bloc in 2027

President William Ruto’s decision to appoint former Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui to his Cabinet has raised his prospects of rebuilding support for his re-election in the 2027 polls.

By 4 months ago

Ruto banks on Kinyanjui to win crucial Nakuru vote bloc in 2027

Out in the cold: The quiet lives of sacked Cabinet Secretaries

Nine sacked Cabinet Secretaries appear to be major political casualties as President William Ruto seeks to consolidate power and strategise for his re-election in 2027.

By 4 months ago

Out in the cold: The quiet lives of sacked Cabinet Secretaries

The Ichaweri handshake that may signal dawn of a new political era

President William Ruto’s recent meeting with his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, has sparked speculation about potential changes in government and Ruto’s re-election strategy for 2027.

By 5 months ago

The Ichaweri handshake that may signal dawn of a new political era

Why rebelling public presents tough times for Ruto, Raila

While the pushback is taking place majorly in social media, its spillage has cascaded to some constituencies as Kenyans on X push to weaken Raila's AUC chairmanship bid.

By 5 months ago

Why rebelling public presents tough times for Ruto, Raila

NHIF staff to apply afresh for jobs in new body, PSC says

Some 1,800 employees of the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) will have to apply afresh for jobs in the newly established Social Health Authority (SHA).

By 5 months ago

NHIF staff to apply afresh for jobs in new body, PSC says

Seed of betrayal: Kenyatta, Odinga fallout that shaped Kenya's political scene

Odinga turned down a clever request by colonial power brokers to form a government and ascend to power as Prime Minister as Mzee Kenyatta languished in prison.

By 5 months ago

Seed of betrayal: Kenyatta, Odinga fallout that shaped Kenya's political scene

Kibaki and Raila's 'marriage of convenience' that failed

The Narc betrayal has been considered by many Kenyans and political pundits as the modern-era mother of political backstabbing.

By 6 months ago

Kibaki and Raila's 'marriage of convenience' that failed

From allies to adversaries: UhuRuto's betrayal politics

Kenya’s fourth President Uhuru Kenyatta and his then deputy William Ruto entered into a political alliance in the run-up to the 2013 elections.

By 6 months ago

From allies to adversaries: UhuRuto's betrayal politics

Political betrayal that ties of faith, prayers couldn't conquer

The echoes of political betrayal resound once more as Rigathi Gachagua finds himself ousted as Deputy President barely two years into office.

By 6 months ago

Political betrayal that ties of faith, prayers couldn't conquer

Five feared dead as police, residents clash over alleged land grabbing

Five people are feared dead and scores injured following clashes between police and residents protesting the alleged land grabbing in Angata-Barrikoi, Trans Mara sub-county, Narok County.

Five feared dead as police, residents clash over alleged land grabbing

Lame duck: MPs clear Cheptumo, Ruku for Cabinet amid outrage

This time, the approval of two cabinet nominees by President William Ruto has brought the National Assembly into the limelight.

Lame duck: MPs clear Cheptumo, Ruku for Cabinet amid outrage

Ombudsman seeks answers on six candidates sneaked in IEBC interviews

The Office of the Ombudsman is seeking clarification regarding the late inclusion of six names in the shortlist for positions at the IEBC.

Ombudsman seeks answers on six candidates sneaked in IEBC interviews

Rights group questions roles of Itumbi, Farouk in State House

A human rights advocacy group is urging President Ruto to clarify the roles of Dennis Itumbi and Farouk Kibet, suggesting that their actions have damaged the reputation of the presidency.

Rights group questions roles of Itumbi, Farouk in State House

How police assaulted journalists covering Butere Girls in Nakuru

At least six journalists were attacked and assaulted by police officers while covering the chaotic arrest of Cleophas Malala, the former Kakamega Senator, in Nakuru.

How police assaulted journalists covering Butere Girls in Nakuru

Malala detained ahead of Echoes of War performance

Echoes of War scriptwriter Cleophas Malala being held at Eldama Ravine Police Station, set to be arraigned, his lawyer Kennedy Echesa confirms; the charges remain unclear.

Malala detained ahead of Echoes of War performance

Gideon Moi condemns harassment of Malala over 'Echoes of War' play

Moi expressed his concern over the state's use of violent intimidation against Cleophas Malala, the scriptwriter, in an attempt to prevent the play from being performed.

Gideon Moi condemns harassment of Malala over 'Echoes of War' play

Police teargas journalists during Malala standoff at drama festival venue

Police officers blocked Malala from accessing the school grounds.

Police teargas journalists during Malala standoff at drama festival venue

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