President William Ruto’s visit to Kibera on Friday, May 23, was marked by a dramatic moment that has since gone viral on social media. A woman in the crowd appeared to pull the President in an unexpected move that shocked many and raised questions about his security. The incident happened as Ruto was arriving at
By Musa Maridhawa Kenya’s political landscape is no stranger to theatrics, but former DP Rigathi Gachagua’s recent manoeuvres have crossed into dangerous territory. His blend of tribal rhetoric, inflammatory accusations, and blatant hypocrisy expose a character deserving of close observation before anyone takes him seriously any time soon. As the 2027 elections beckon, Gachagua’s toxic
By Musa Maridhawa Kenya’s political landscape is no stranger to theatrics, but former DP Rigathi Gachagua’s recent manoeuvres have crossed into dangerous territory. His blend of tribal rhetoric, inflammatory accusations, and blatant hypocrisy expose a character deserving of close observation before anyone takes him seriously any time soon. As the 2027 elections beckon, Gachagua’s toxic
A political storm broke out online after Kakamega Senator Bonny Khalwale accused the government of failing to fulfill its promises to the people of Western Kenya. According to Khalwale, the region was promised 1,000 kilometers of tarmac roads and a 30% share of national government resources, yet nothing much has been delivered so far. He
Former nominated United Democratic Alliance (UDA) senator Gloria Orwoba has come out to express deep regret for voting in favour of the impeachment of Geoffrey Rigathi Gachagua from his position as Deputy President. Her remarks have taken many by surprise, especially those who knew her as a firm supporter of President William Ruto and his
Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo has warned Kenyans about a secret plan to shift the Public Seal from the Attorney General’s office to the Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei. According to Amollo, this move has no legal backing and might go against the Constitution. He believes the government is trying to change key functions without
Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Kipchumba Sudi has backed Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu’s move to deport six Kenyan activists who had travelled to attend a court session involving Tanzanian opposition figure Tundu Lissu. According to Sudi, the activists overstepped their boundaries by getting involved in the legal affairs of another country while there are many
Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba has suffered a major blow in her efforts to stop her expulsion from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). The High Court dismissed her application, saying it was filed in the wrong way. Justice Lawrence Mugambi made the ruling, stating that Orwoba’s amended petition included new parties without asking the court for
The Nairobi County Government under Governor Johnson Sakaja is now facing heavy criticism for its new strategy to collect land rates. According to a statement by Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, the county has adopted what he calls a militarized approach in its efforts to recover unpaid rates. This method has caused distress among residents,
Outspoken lawyer and former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi has caused a major stir across East Africa with his call for Kenyans to support the “liberation” of Tanzanians and Ugandans. His statement, “If we don’t act, we’re next,” has stirred a lot of debate about regional unity and the importance of standing