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
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
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
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
Senior State House advisor Moses Kuria hailed former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Tuesday for agreeing to meet and tighten ranks with President William Ruto, revealing big political plans that he will soon implement. In a personal statement dated December 10, Kuria stated that he was considering returning to the Jubilee Party following the meeting between
President William Ruto stated that four million Kenyans who have not repaid Hustler Funds loans have the opportunity to triple their limit if they clear outstanding balances. Speaking at a Town Hall meeting at Nairobi’s Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Ruto stated that the four million borrowers owe money or have not paid on time. “If
Sports CS Kipchumba Murkomen, along with Caleb Kositany, is at the heart of a scheme that seems designed to sabotage Kenya’s infrastructure for their personal benefit. These two individuals allegedly orchestrated the vandalism of the roof at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The damage caused leaks and frequent power outages at the airport, and
Parliamentary inefficiencies in 2024 have come under scrutiny, with 66 sessions adjourned due to quorum shortages, according to a report by parliamentary oversight group Mzalendo Trust. The National Assembly adjourned 40 times, while the Senate halted proceedings on 26 occasions, raising questions about legislators’ dedication to their responsibilities. Mzalendo’s report indicates that 25% of the
Kizza Besigye, Uganda’s opposition leader, and his political associate Hajj Obeid Lutale filed a lawsuit against the Kenyan and Ugandan governments at the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) on November 16 following their kidnapping in Nairobi, Kenya. According to Uganda’s Daily Monitor, Besigye claimed in his lawsuit filed on December 4 that he was
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki explained on Sunday why he and his boss, President William Ruto, rarely attend the same church services. Speaking at a thanksgiving ceremony at Friends Church (Quakers) in Navakholo Constituency, Kakamega County, on December 8, Kindiki stated that as the executive, they intended to communicate with the people through various visits. Attending