April 4, 2025
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Government Explains President William Ruto’s Ksh 500M Deal With Grammys Amidst Public Disapproval

On Thursday, the administration issued a statement confirming its stated ambitions to host the annual Grammy Awards. The Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports issued a statement revealing that, while a deal with Grammy Global Ventures (GGV) was in existence, it did not include hosting the coveted awards. Instead, the government and GGV

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CS Duale Under Pressure To Fire KFS Board Members After Ngong Forest Fiasco

Isaac Kalua, the leader of the Green Thinking Action Party of Kenya, has called for an overhaul of the Kenya Forest Service’s (KFS) board of directors, stating that they have failed to safeguard the woods adequately. The appeal comes in the wake of recent cases involving both private and government developers attempting to take portions

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How President Ruto Tightened His Grip On Parliament: The Death of Legislative Independence In Kenya

In Kenya’s politics, the relationship between the Executive and Parliament is crucial for governance and democracy. President William Ruto’s administration has been noted for its influence over Parliament, raising concerns about the independence of the legislative branch. One prominent example is the swift passage of the controversial Finance Bills of 2023 and 2024. Despite public

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“Cabinet Change Is Useless For A Dictator” Gachagua Says Of Ruto’s Leadership Style

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticized President William Ruto’s leadership style, which he calls a “one-man show” and believes is detrimental to the country. Gachagua accused his former boss of undermining Cabinet Secretaries and other leaders, stating that the president makes unilateral choices without input or criticism. He was speaking on Sunday during an

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Machakos Stadium Erupts Into ‘Ruto Must Go’ Chants Led By Kalonzo

On Saturday, December 14, Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka led a crowd of Kenyans in chanting against President William Ruto, sparking protests inside the stadium. While visiting Governor Wavinya Ndeti’s football tournament in Machakos, Kalonzo led the crowd to chant the “Ruto Must Go” slogan. The slogan was loudly chanted behind Kalonzo across the stadium,

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Kimilili MP Dismus Barasa Slammed For Sharing Fake Poll On Raila’s AUC Bid

Dismus Barasa, a Kimilili Member of Parliament, has been called out for disseminating a survey claiming that Kenya’s candidate for the African Union Commission (AUC) leadership contest, Raila Odinga, has gained an early lead. The MP claimed on the billboard that an opinion poll showed Raila leading with 80%, followed by Mohamoud Ali of Djibouti

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President William Ruto’s Economic Promises Exposed As Poverty Rate Soars Despite Claims Of Relief

President William Ruto’s administration has repeatedly claimed that the cost of living in Kenya has greatly dropped. However, this narrative is at odds with the grim reality faced by millions of Kenyans. A new report has revealed the truth: rising unemployment and escalating living costs have driven millions into poverty, exposing the hollow promises of

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70,000 Jobs Lost And Counting: How President William Ruto’s Economic Blunders Are Destroying Lives

President William Ruto’s repeated claims about the stability of Kenya’s economy are increasingly being questioned as evidence of economic crisis continues to emerge. Recent reports, including a Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) survey, paint a grim picture of the country’s economic health. From August to November 2024, 31% of manufacturers reduced their workforce due to

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“Pipe Dreams And Misinformation” Kalonzo Musyoka Hits Out At President William Ruto For Unwarranted Speech

Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka openly criticised President Ruto’s Jamhuri Day speech, describing it as deceptive. In yet another stinging remark directed at the President, Kalonzo accused Ruto of focusing on the Kenya Kwanza Government’s achievements rather than Kenyans’ issues during his speech. “It is highly regrettable that instead of the solemn and reflective national

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