March 7, 2026
Nairobi, Kenya

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Meet Elizabeth Tsavingirai, the stylish widow who turned heads at Raila’s funeral

During the burial of Kenya’s long-serving opposition leader, Raila Odinga, one unexpected guest captured the attention of many, both at the venue and online that is Elizabeth Tsvangirai, the widow of Zimbabwe’s late opposition leader, Morgan Tsvangirai. Her appearance at the high-profile funeral became one of the most talked-about moments of the day, sparking conversations

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Outrage grows after Aoko exposes close ties linking Lagat to Judge Kimondo

Kenya’s online space has lately become a center of heated debates about the country’s justice system. Many Kenyans feel that the judiciary has failed to provide equal treatment to all citizens, and their frustrations have been amplified by recent events. Among the loudest voices is that of Maverick Aoko, whose real name is Aoko Otieno.

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Rigathi Gachagua and Irungu Nyakera: The bad omens who doomed Harambee Stars against Madagascar

Harambee Stars’ painful defeat to Madagascar in the CHAN qualifier at Kasarani Stadium has left a bitter taste among Kenyans, and much of the blame has been directed at two figures who were in the stands that night. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and businessman-turned-politician Irungu Nyakera have been branded by fans as bad omens

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Charles Owino slammed for justifying State crackdown

Former police spokesperson Charles Owino has come under fire for the reckless and dismissive remarks he made while defending the State’s actions against anti-government protesters. As Kenyans continue to demand accountability, fairness, and the right to express their frustrations without fear, Owino has chosen to support a system that is increasingly seen as oppressive and

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Salasya’s bursary post sparks confusion after old check date comes to light

Peter Salasya, the MP for Mumias East, found himself in the middle of public criticism after a social media post on July 15, 2025, which many people say was misleading. In his post, Salasya claimed to have delivered bursaries to 30,000 vulnerable students and even shared a photo of a KSh 39 million check from

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Doubts grow over government vaccines after Kathomi’s emotional plea

Kathomi’s recent video has brought new attention to the Kenyan government’s vaccination drive against typhoid and measles. In her message, she questioned the safety of the program and suggested that Kenyans should think twice before allowing their children to be vaccinated. Her concerns came just as the national campaign, backed by the World Health Organization

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The Explainer: Inside Rigathi Gachagua’s plan to make Ruto a one term President

The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has started a countrywide mobilisation campaign after failing to launch the party as planned. The much-publicized event that was supposed to take place at Kasarani Sports Centre was cancelled, with the party claiming that the venue’s administration suddenly cancelled their booking. This

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Why we should pursue patriotism without losing our soul in a globalised era

By Francis Kimanene As we know it now, globalisation dissolves borders and homogenises cultures forcing nations to grapple with preserving their unique identities while embracing modernity subscribed to across multiple jurisdictions. A country with 45 people-groups and a colonial past with an obstinate footprint, Kenya exemplifies this state of affairs. Whatever we find ourselves contending

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How the United States of America is putting Ruto’s 2027 re-election at risk

Recent developments indicate a big shift in the relationship between Kenya and the United States of America, raising concerns about the future of President William Ruto’s administration. This shift has not gone unnoticed, with many political analysts now suggesting that the US has started to distance itself from Ruto. If this trend continues, it could

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True patriotism can anchor Kenya’s sovereignty and forge a deep sense of pride

By Billy Gichohi Kenya’s flag, featuring black, red, green and white colours carries the symbolism of our nation’s soul. So does our anthem. Both our flag and our anthem are emblems of our collective identity that should always tower above any manifestation of ethnic jingoism. No nation can ever truly prosper if ethnic divisions and

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