March 7, 2026
Nairobi, Kenya

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President hints at wooing Kalonzo while challenging rivals to show real plans

President William Ruto continued to push back against his critics as he toured the Ukambani region, using the visit to defend his administration while accusing opposition leaders of misleading the public. He argued that some politicians have chosen to create fear and anger instead of helping the country move forward. According to him, their constant

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Morara Kebaso warns of economic truths det to surface in 2028

Many Kenyans continue to question the direction the country is taking, and recent remarks by INJECT party leader Morara Kebaso have added more weight to this growing concern. In his latest message, he shared strong warnings about what he believes lies ahead for Kenya, especially regarding the state of the economy and the political environment.

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ODM@20 begins with major leadership changes at the top

ODM’s leadership shift has entered a more defined stage after the party’s top decision-making organs agreed on new appointments meant to guide the movement through a period of transition. The changes come at a time when the party is still dealing with the loss of its long-serving leader Raila Odinga, whose death earlier this month

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Tanzanian opposition leaders flee to Kenya, claim deadly crackdown by state forces

Fear and uncertainty have driven a group of Tanzanian opposition figures to flee their country and seek refuge in Kenya. What they describe is a desperate escape from a system they believe no longer tolerates dissenting voices. The group, made up of members and supporters of the CHADEMA party, arrived in Nairobi on Wednesday, November

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President Ruto set to deliver key national address in special Parliament sitting

Members of Parliament will next week convene for a rare joint session as President William Ruto prepares to address the nation through a special sitting scheduled for Thursday, November 20, 2025. The event, which will be held in the National Assembly Chamber at the Main Parliament Building, is expected to begin at 2:30 p.m. and

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Senator Cherargei faces backlash for condemning Kenyan activists abroad

A calm afternoon broadcast turned into a moment of national discussion when Citizen TV’s Mashirima Kapombe delivered a report that stirred strong emotions across Kenya. During the 1pm Swahili news bulletin on November 11, she was covering the disappearance of Kenyan activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, who had been missing for more than a

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Tanzania seeks truce with opposition after deadly post-election chaos

Tanzania is facing a tense political moment as the government extends an olive branch to the opposition after days of deadly post-election violence that have shaken the nation. The unrest, which erupted after disputed results, has drawn the attention of human rights groups and international observers who warn that Tanzania’s democracy and civil freedoms are

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Kasipul by-election takes fresh twist as IEBC vows disqualification

Violence erupted in Kasipul during campaigns for the November 27 by-election, leaving two people dead and several others injured. The incident took place in Opondo, Central Kasipul, when unknown assailants stormed a campaign meeting, attacked attendees, destroyed property, and fired gunshots. Residents and campaign staff fled in panic as the situation escalated. Supporters of ODM

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Fear and blame grip Kasipul after deadly clash between Aroko and Boyd camps

The people of Kasipul are still in shock following the violent clashes that left two of Philip Aroko’s supporters dead just weeks before the November 27 by-election. What was supposed to be a peaceful campaign period has turned into a scene of fear and blame, with both Aroko and ODM candidate Boyd Were accusing each

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Oburu Odinga takes charge of ODM campaign in Magarini

Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga, who was recently installed as the new leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), is preparing to lead a major campaign in support of Harrison Kombe, the party’s candidate in the upcoming Magarini parliamentary by-election scheduled for November 27. His team will include key ODM figures such as Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad

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