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Irene Githinji

Supreme heat up as political egos, confusion reign against apex court

Questions abound on what the country would look like without the Supreme court, given the heavy responsibilities that rests on it.

Supreme heat up as political egos, confusion reign against apex court

Cheruiyot: Kenya Kwanza and ODM talks based on mutual issues

Cheruiyot: Kenya Kwanza and ODM talks based on mutual issues

Ruto's doublespeak on harambees

Ruto's doublespeak on harambees

Fundraisers back with a bang as Ruto pledges Sh100m to church

Fundraisers back with a bang as Ruto pledges Sh100m to church

CS Kagwe: Biosafety Authority and Kephis cannot be merged

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary, Mutahi Kagwe has now said that the National Bio-Safety Authority cannot be merged with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (Kephis) as initially proposed.

CS Kagwe: Biosafety Authority and Kephis cannot be merged

Familiar script as opposition leaders vow to unite against Ruto

Karua says Ruto must not only be stopped but should also give way to the rule of law. Gachagua said leaders have a task to liberate the country through unity.

Familiar script as opposition leaders vow to unite against Ruto

Karua's Narc Kenya rebrands to People's Liberation Party of Kenya

As People’s Liberation Party of Kenya (PLP), formerly Narc Kenya, was unveiled yesterday, the forming coalition leaders insisted on selflessness and common purpose of uniting the country.

Karua's Narc Kenya rebrands to People's Liberation Party of Kenya

What next for Raila after alliance with Ruto

The last few months have seen good working relations between Ruto and Raila, with critics arguing that the President has given the country to the opposition.

What next for Raila after alliance with Ruto

Political parties rush to re-organise as the 2027 poll cycle nears

Political parties are not leaving anything to chance as they rush to put their houses in order, which includes membership registration, in readiness for the 2027 elections.

Political parties rush to re-organise as the 2027 poll cycle nears

Outpouring of goodwill messages for ailing Pope Francis

Majority of Catholic churches in Kenya, Vatican and beyond took a moment Sunday to pray for Pope Francis, who has been ailing for several days now.

Outpouring of goodwill messages for ailing Pope Francis

Leaders split over Raila, opposition role

The National Dialogue Committee (Nadco) report is making a comeback in the country’s political landscape, sparking widespread controversy and speculation.

Leaders split over Raila, opposition role

Making of IEBC amid pressure to deliver credible 2027 elections

Delay to put in place commissioners has delayed boundary delimitation. There are also concerns over preparations for the 2027 elections.

Making of IEBC amid pressure to deliver credible 2027 elections

Speculation after Raila AUC loss on whether he'll join Ruto or lead ODM

Raila Odinga made a quiet comeback from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia yesterday morning, marking an end to a grueling journey in his quest to represent Kenya AUC Chairperson.

Speculation after Raila AUC loss on whether he'll join Ruto or lead ODM

Win or lose AUC contest, the Raila factor will shape 2027 elections

Raila Odinga’s absence in local political discourse would lead to major alignments even as questions emerge on whether his influence would remain.

Win or lose AUC contest, the Raila factor will shape 2027 elections

AUC chair Faki tells what awaits election winner

Outgoing AUC chairman, Moussa Faki Mahamat cautions about the difficulty of AU financing, saying it weighs heavily on its effectiveness and independence in decision making.

AUC chair Faki tells what awaits election winner

Moses Wetangula: Biased Speaker

Parliament resumes today for its fourth session after a two-month break, amid questions on the implications of last week’s court decision on who should hold the Majority.

Moses Wetangula: Biased Speaker

UDA top officials in week-long tour to learn from Museveni's party

Officials of President Ruto’s party will today meet Museveni, who has been in power since 1986.The ruling party’s secretariat was also in Beijing to learn form the Chinese Communist Party.

UDA top officials in week-long tour to learn from Museveni's party

From aid freeze to Panama and Gaza: Inside Donald Trump's 'madness theory'

Trump is not moved by endless dissenting voices surrounding his decisions, he has dared to go and inflict some more believing that he can bulldoze opponents on the negotiation table.

From aid freeze to Panama and Gaza: Inside Donald Trump's 'madness theory'

Ruto abolishes ID vetting, to open passport office in Northern Kenya

It is a major relief for Northern Kenya frontier counties after Ruto announced that issuance of national identity cards will no longer require extensive vetting previously witnessed.

Ruto abolishes ID vetting, to open passport office in Northern Kenya

Ruto launches Northern Kenya charm offensive in four counties

The President is expected to chair a Cabinet meeting in Garissa, the first time to be held in the Northern region town. He will also open an immigration office that was closed.

Ruto launches Northern Kenya charm offensive in four counties

Narc dream fades as Karua puts last nail in party coffin

When Narc was born in 2001, it was a force to reckon with. It comprised politicians who were firebrand and believed in the power of their dreams.

Narc dream fades as Karua puts last nail in party coffin

Is the opposition coalition turning into a sinking ship?

The opposition is losing influence after the government successfully drew some of its members to its side. Some parties in Azimio have declared their intention to leave the coalition.

Is the opposition coalition turning into a sinking ship?

Gachagua, Kalonzo and Wamalwa join forces, vow to make Ruto a one term President

A new coalition, whose name is yet to be revealed, is united against President William Ruto and has now vowed to make him enter the annals of history as a one-term president.

Gachagua, Kalonzo and Wamalwa join forces, vow to make Ruto a one term President

How parastatal mergers and shutdowns hit hard big name appointments

Massive job losses especially to election losers and cronies of top honchos are among the victims of the Kenya Kwanza administration’s decision to dissolve and merge State corporations.

How parastatal mergers and shutdowns hit hard big name appointments

Cabinet approves foreign policy to strengthen security, diplomacy

The Cabinet has approved the revised Kenya Foreign Policy 2024, proposing institutional changes to strengthen the country’s diplomatic and security posture.

Cabinet approves foreign policy to strengthen security, diplomacy

Expectations high in Western Kenya as Ruto tours region

The President is expected to inspect various development projects in the region.The tour comes against the backdrop of a merger in parties.

Expectations high in Western Kenya as Ruto tours region

Farah Maalim kicked out as Wiper calls for Ruto to resign

The opposition is now asking President William Ruto to resign, accusing him of blatant refusal to respect and enforce the Constitution.

Farah Maalim kicked out as Wiper calls for Ruto to resign

IEBC: Lawyers warn of a ticking time bomb

Kenya is staring at a ticking time bomb because of its failure to restructure IEBC, as the country hurtles towards the 2027 General Election.

IEBC: Lawyers warn of a ticking time bomb

Fallout brewing? Muturi's candid stand on State's role in abductions

Muturi’s bold statements have ignited crucial conversations about government accountability and the troubling issue of abduction

Fallout brewing? Muturi's candid stand on State's role in abductions

Student who missed classes to attend to ailing mother scores A in KCSE

In 2024, an old kitchen was home for Ng’ang’a Paul Njoroge as he navigated his education journey.

Student who missed classes to attend to ailing mother scores A in KCSE

Knec CEO announces registration dates for three national exams

The Kenya National Examination Council is set to commence registration for three national examinations to be administered this year.

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Knec CEO announces registration dates for three national exams

Raila's AU push enters final lap with bid getting endorsements

In about a month’s time, the hotly contested African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson elections will take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

By 2 months ago

Raila's AU push enters final lap with bid getting endorsements

Gachagua set to unveil 2027 plan

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua who has been a vocal critic of the government since his impeachment three months ago, says he is working to consolidate the Mt Kenya region vote.

By 2 months ago

Gachagua set to unveil 2027 plan

End of an era: No more Form One admissions as reforms start

Starting from the 2025 academic year, secondary schools will no longer have Form One admissions, marking a departure from the norm of the past four decades.

By 2 months ago

End of an era: No more Form One admissions as reforms start

If you thought 2024 was a busy year, then brace for defining 2025

It is a new year and picking from where 2024 left, it is expected to bring new activities that will shape not only the country’s future but also for generations to come.

By 2 months ago

If you thought 2024 was a busy year, then brace for defining 2025

School fire tragedy, floods and Gen Z protests disrupted education in 2024

The death of 21 minors at the Hillside Academy Endarasha in September 2024 was a tragic event in the basic education calendar in 2024.

By 2 months ago

School fire tragedy, floods and Gen Z protests disrupted education in 2024

2024: A whirlwind year of trials for some, blessings for others

Political turbulence characterised by the Gen-Z protests led to change in governance and will impact next year.Gachagua fall, shift from NHIF to SHIF.

By 2 months ago

2024: A whirlwind year of trials for some, blessings for others

Scramble for Gen Z as leaders eye 11m new voters in 2027

Political scientists say any political party, coalition or leader who wants to make significant impression in the 2027 elections must not ignore the Gen Z voters.

By 2 months ago

Scramble for Gen Z as leaders eye 11m new voters in 2027

KICD boss: There are enough books for CBC learners

The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has dismissed reports of a looming crisis in textbooks for the Competency Based Curriculum.

By 2 months ago

KICD boss: There are enough books for CBC learners

BT maize in the spotlight amid reservations by concerned public

NBA has assured that a comprehensive process will be undertaken before the BT maize variety is placed in the market for farmers’ use. The process runs up to January 6.

By 2 months ago

BT maize in the spotlight amid reservations by concerned public

City bus project set for roll-out after Cabinet nod

The government is seeking to solve transportation challenges in the Nairobi Metropolitan Area, following the Cabinet’s approval to implement the Clean Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system.

By 2 months ago

City bus project set for roll-out after Cabinet nod

Proposed law spells out stiff penalties for obstructing power transfer

The Cabinet has approved a Bill that seeks to punish anybody who disrupts the handing over of the presidency.

By 2 months ago

Proposed law spells out stiff penalties for obstructing power transfer

ODM reads malice in IEBC stalemate

According to Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, the IEBC is not just about the Secretariat, but the Commission itself, which is the decision-making body.

By 2 months ago

ODM reads malice in IEBC stalemate

Erskine and Charef: Meet dynamic duo behind Mjadala Africa debate

From award-winning journalism to global events, Erskine and Charef are redefining leadership dialogue across Africa.

By 2 months ago

Erskine and Charef: Meet dynamic duo behind Mjadala Africa debate

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