Martha Karua, the leader of the Narc-Kenya Party, has accused President William Ruto of being behind a string of abductions that have occurred in Kenya over the last six months. In an exclusive Monday interview with Citizen TV, Karua sensationally stated that the Head of State is leading a secret “killer gang” comprised of foreigners
In a strategic political maneuver, President William Ruto has appointed Mutahi Kagwe, a prominent ally of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, as the Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development. This appointment, announced on December 19, 2024, has sparked debate and scrutiny, particularly concerning potential conflicts of interest stemming from Kagwe’s business affiliations. Mutahi Kagwe, who
President William Ruto campaigned as a champion for the “hustlers,” or ordinary citizens, promising to protect their interests and challenge the established political “dynasties.” He criticized these elite families, such as the Kenyattas and Odingas, blaming them for Kenya’s problems. However, after his election, Ruto’s actions have contradicted his campaign promises. He has sought support
President William Ruto has confirmed that the planned mass vaccination of animals early next year will proceed despite opposition from some politicians and veterinarians. Ruto stated that he is determined to ensure that cattle are vaccinated in order to reduce infections and improve the quality of milk and meat in the worldwide market. “If we
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of enabling the spread of illicit alcohol in the Mount Kenya region. Gachagua claims that this is a deliberate attempt to reduce the number of voters in the area. Gachagua alleges that the President instructed the Interior Security Principal Secretary to reopen alcohol factories that
The recent Cabinet nominations by President William Ruto have sparked criticism from the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC), raising serious concerns about gender inequality and regional favoritism. The human rights organization has expressed disappointment with the gender imbalance in the appointments, as well as the overwhelming representation of the Mt Kenya region in the new
Moses Kuria, a senior government advisor, has criticized Kenyans over yesterday’s traffic jam on the Nairobi-Nakuru highway. Kuria took to his X account on Saturday, December 21, to criticize Kenyans for seeking improved roads while opposing government initiatives. In particular, the former Public Service Cabinet Secretary chastised Kenyans for resisting Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) aimed at
According to nominated MP Sabina Chege, propaganda on social media is driving resentment among Kenyans. The MP has remarked that many of the allegations made against the government on social media forums are false and that many Kenyans are unable to discriminate between falsehoods and realities. According to Chege, the situation has been exacerbated by
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has made a bold statement concerning the deaths of Gen Z youth during protests in Kenya, sparking widespread debate. Kindiki, known for his legal background and measured tone, claimed that law enforcement officials have been wrongly blamed for the killings. He emphasized that external forces, not the police, were responsible
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