“Unless mitigated, the fallout expected after the selection of a presidential candidate could scuttle efforts to unseat President Ruto.” By Robert Nyasato With slightly over a year to the August 10, 2027 General Election, the United Opposition has moved to stem possible fallout after picking its presidential flagbearer. The Alternative Government’s leading lights revealed that […]

By Robert Nyasato Jubilee presidential hopeful Fred Matiang’i stepped up his campaign Sunday, accusing the Kenya Kwanza administration of misgovernance, human rights abuses, and damaging Kenya’s global standing. Buoyed by the huge reception he received during a three-day meet-the-people tour of Gusii region, Dr Matiang’i told congregants in Nyandarua that Kenyans were demanding accountable leadership. […]

By Ongaga Ongaga The proprietors of Business Bay Square (BBS Mall) in Nairobi’s Eastleigh have formally petitioned the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to investigate and prosecute former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over remarks they say amount to ethnic contempt and undermine national cohesion. In a letter addressed to NCIC chairperson Rev. Dr Samuel […]

By A Concerned Son of Gusii Dear brothers and sisters of Gusii, The political season is gathering steam with the noise and excitement that mark every Kenyan election. This time, however, we find ourselves at a crossroads of pride and peril. Two of our distinguished sons, Dr Fred Matiang’i and former Chief Justice David Maraga, […]

By Courtesy of the Speaker’s Press Unit National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has come out strongly in support of President William Ruto’s bid for a second term, citing his administration’s record of equitable resource distribution and transformative projects across the country. Speaking on Saturday at Posta Grounds in Kanduyi Constituency, Bungoma County, during a women […]

By Faith Nyabuto Members of Parliament have voiced strong criticism against what they describe as reckless political rhetoric, urging national leaders to surround themselves with competent and principled advisors. Speaking on Monday, lawmakers emphasized the need for political leaders to utilize institutional frameworks to address the country’s pressing challenges—while safeguarding the lives and property of […]

By Robert Nyasato In Kenya, political slogans are more than catchy phrases—they’re cultural currency. From independence to modern-day campaigns, slogans have shaped political identities, galvanized support, and defined eras. Whether it was “Harambee” under Jomo Kenyatta, “Nyayo” with Daniel arap Moi, or “Yote Yawezekana Bila Moi” during Mwai Kibaki’s opposition wave, each slogan carried weight […]

By Kurian Musa Having covered court proceedings as a journalist, I wish to wade my street thoughts into the corridors of justice over the recent ruling that Deputy Chief Justice (DCJ) Philomena Mwilu erred in empanelling a three-judge bench to hear the impeachment process of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. As per Article 163(1) of the […]

By Isaac Dan Bw’Onyancha Former Deputy President (DG) Rigathi Gachagua’s political journey is a galaxy of ups and downs. Gachagua served as Mathira MP for one term, then got catapulted to the second highest political office on the land. The story then took a dramatic turn, evolving him from a DG to a ‘martyr’ and […]