Former Kirinyaga Woman Representative Wangui Ngirici announced that she will not run for the Kirinyaga gubernatorial seat as an independent candidate, a departure from her 2022 campaign. During a forum in Karima, Kirinyaga County, on May 1, 2025, Ngirici, recently removed as chairperson of Kenya Seed Company after switching her
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Raphael Tuju Urges Opposition Unity Ahead of 2027
Former minister and Jubilee secretary general Raphael Tuju has asserted that it would be unwise for the Linda Mwananchi movement to avoid merging with the United Opposition. During an interview on Herman Manyora's podcast on May 1, 2026, Tuju emphasized that uniting the opposition is crucial for unseating William Ruto.“It
Caleb Amisi Backs Edwin Sifuna as Possible Future President
Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi has praised Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, suggesting that if destiny has positioned Sifuna as a potential hero and future president, then it should be embraced. In an interview with a local TV station on April 30, 2026, Amisi emphasized the need for a political
Rueben Kiborek Reacts After Phone Theft in Bomet Burial Event
Mogotio Member of Parliament Kiborek Rueben expressed his dismay after thieves stole his phone in Bomet. In a statement posted on his social media on April 30, 2026, the first-term MP recounted the incident during his visit to attend the burial of Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir's father.
Kitale Court Acquits Brian Soita Wafula in Love Rival Killing Case
A man accused of murdering his love rival has been acquitted by the High Court in Kitale due to insufficient evidence. Brian Soita Wafula faced charges for the death of Jairus Wanyonyi Khamala, stemming from a violent incident in February 2023 in Milele village, Trans Nzoia. Justice Robert Limo highlighted
Sebastian Sawe Wins Big as President Ruto Awards Sh8M
Bellarmine Mugabe Fined, Deported by South African Court
Two months after an employee was shot at the Mugabe family residence in a wealthy Johannesburg suburb, a South African court has fined and ordered the deportation of Robert Mugabe’s youngest son due to two unrelated charges.Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, 28, and his cousin Tobias Mugabe Matonhodze, 33, faced attempted murder
Tom Ojienda Praises Babu Owino, Questions Nyanza Kingpin Future
In a notable instance of bipartisan acknowledgment, Kisumu Senator Prof. Tom Ojienda has recognized the burgeoning political profile of Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, labeling him a “good” leader with remarkable talent.During a TV interview on Wednesday night, April 29, 2026, Ojienda, a committed member of the pro-government ‘Linda Ground’
Family Seeks Help to Repatriate Daughter’s Body from Lebanon
A family in Kisumu is urgently seeking assistance to repatriate the body of their daughter, Christine Brandy Joshua, who passed away in Lebanon. The 35-year-old died at Rafik Hariri University Hospital in Beirut, where her body is currently preserved.Her family, residing in Kamrongo village, is appealing to well-wishers and the
School Feeding Key to Africa’s Economic Growth
Everyday, millions of children in Africa attend school on empty stomachs, highlighting a significant economic and social failure.Discussions surrounding Africa's economic transformation often emphasize infrastructure, industrialization, and technology. However, one crucial driver of growth remains overlooked: school feeding programs.This oversight arises partly from viewing school meals as charity rather than