President William Ruto’s recent approval of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2024 has become one of the most talked-about developments in Kenya’s online space. While the government has presented the law as a measure to protect citizens from the growing threat of cyberattacks, online fraud, and digital extortion, many Kenyans view it with
Political observers view President Ruto’s recent move as more than a typical post-election alliance, describing it as a bold recalibration of the Kenya Kwanza coalition. By bringing Gideon Moi into the fold, Ruto appears to be merging history with strategy, incorporating a figure with deep influence in the Rift Valley’s political landscape. Analysts suggest this
President William Ruto has joined a global list of some of the wealthiest world leaders, according to a recent publication by Yahoo Finance. The Kenyan Head of State appears alongside other powerful figures such as former US president Donald Trump, Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and Rwanda’s Paul Kagame. The list compares the financial fortunes of leaders
Tension and confusion have gripped Baringo County after KANU Chairman Gideon Moi unexpectedly pulled out of the senatorial by-election, leaving his supporters in shock. The development came only a few hours after Moi met privately with President William Ruto in what has now become the most talked-about political meeting of the week. His withdrawal from
President William Ruto and KANU leader Gideon Moi held a private meeting at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, in what sources describe as an attempt by the President to persuade Moi to withdraw from the Baringo senatorial by-election following the death of Senator William Cheptumo. The unexpected meeting has sparked speculation about
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino is emerging as a formidable contender for the Nairobi gubernatorial seat in 2027. Reports indicate he may contest under the Wiper Party, a move that unsettles both ODM leader Raila Odinga and President William Ruto. Owino’s decision puts Raila in a difficult position. Remaining loyal to ODM risks sidelining him,
The President of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), Faith Odhiambo, has formally resigned from a government panel established by President William Ruto to handle compensation for protest victims. Her departure follows weeks of intense pressure and accusations that her position as Vice Chairperson compromised the independence of the very legal body she leads. LSK
Irungu Nyakera has torn into Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, laying bare the failures in his leadership as the capital sinks deeper into crisis. His attack came after reports that Sakaja spent KSh 500,000 on a prize bull at the ASK Show, a move that has angered many as it happened at a time when thousands
A fresh legal battle is now unfolding over the government’s affordable housing plan after a petition was lodged in court by the Kenya Human Rights Commission and several other civic groups. The matter has drawn attention because it questions the very foundation of one of President William Ruto’s flagship projects. The petition, filed at the
Reports from Standard Digital reveal that the government under President William Ruto is facing growing scrutiny after decisions that could end up costing Kenyans billions. At the center of the controversy is the Grand Falls Dam project, which was initially signed during former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s administration. The deal involved a British firm, GBM Engineering,