August 14, 2026
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Chuka university students disrupt speech with ‘Ruto must go’ chant, sparking nationwide discontent

According to City Digest, students at Chuka University on Thursday rejected a speech being delivered on behalf of President William Ruto by a political aspirant. The incident started when the aspirant attempted to address the students, who were visibly displeased with the speech. The students interrupted the speech with chants of “Ruto Must Go,” signaling

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Sidelining him by design? Ruto assigns Kindiki a tough role as 2027 politics intensifies

The Star newspaper’s Saturday edition has sparked speculation among Kenyans about whether President William Ruto has subtly started sidelining his new Deputy President, Prof. Kithure Kindiki. This discussion arises from reports suggesting that Ruto has assigned Kindiki the delicate task of reclaiming the Mt Kenya region for Kenya Kwanza. The move is reportedly aimed at

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“She Must Resign” Havi speaks, makes major declarations shortly after CJ Koome’s security withdrawn

Lawyer Nelson Havi has made bold remarks following the withdrawal of Chief Justice Martha Koome’s security detail. His statements add to the heated debate about the state of leadership in the Judiciary under her stewardship. Havi’s criticism revolves around his claim that Koome has lost public confidence, a crucial element for anyone leading such a

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Gachagua slams Ruto’s ksh110 billion health project as a ‘hurried scandal

A day after President William Ruto made controversial remarks targeting his former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, the latter has fired back with a scathing response. Gachagua, during a live TikTok stream on Thursday morning, criticized Ruto’s flagship healthcare project, dubbing it a “pet project” that has turned into a mega scandal. As reported by Kenyans.co.ke,

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Revealed: Why Kenyan politicians are seeking to register 30 new parties ahead of the 2027 polls

Kenya is a multi-party state that allows the formation of numerous political parties, each led by different individuals with the goal of championing the rights and freedoms of its citizens. This structure has encouraged a vibrant political environment where leaders seek to address the needs of various groups within the country. However, recent developments suggest

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Djibouti candidate finally speaks on reports he is stepping down in favour of Raila

The race for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson seat has taken an interesting turn following reports that the Djiboutian candidate was planning to step down in favor of Kenya’s Raila Odinga. These claims, however, have been dismissed as fake news by Djibouti, with officials insisting that their candidate is firmly in the race. The

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Bad day to President Ruto as Wiper party threatens mass demonstrations over IEBC reconstitution

The Wiper Party has officially announced plans to hold mass demonstrations at the end of March 2025 if the government fails to start the process of reconstituting the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). According to the party leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, the current delay in restructuring the IEBC is a serious threat to the integrity

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Showdown looms as CS Muturi meets Ruto for the first time after blaming NIS for Son’s abduction

Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Justin Muturi is set to confront President William Ruto during a Cabinet meeting at the Kakamega State Lodge today. This meeting is their first face-to-face interaction since Muturi accused the National Intelligence Service (NIS) of abducting his son. The claims, which have caused a political storm, were highlighted in People

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Don’t put me in a Coffin: Newly appointed ICT CS states

In a statement on Monday evening, the newly appointed Cabinet Secretary for Information and Communication, William Kabogo, addressed the youth, specifically Gen Z, with an unexpected plea. He humbly asked them not to “put him in a coffin,” a metaphor he used to describe being insulted or prematurely declared dead on social media. Kabongo vowed

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Musalia Mudavadi addresses concerns about Kenyans reporting abductions to the ICC

According to a report by K24, over recent weeks, some Kenyans have resorted to writing emails to the International Criminal Court (ICC) to raise concerns about various crimes and a spate of abductions in the country. This trend has sparked interest online, with the hashtag #FufuaICC gaining traction as individuals push for the international court’s

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