In a surprising turn of events, former Deputy President of Kenya Rigathi Gachagua has publicly endorsed Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga in his bid for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC). This endorsement, coming just days before the highly anticipated AUC elections scheduled for Saturday, marks a significant shift
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List of 16 SADC Countries threatening Raila Odinga’s AU Bid
As the African Union (AU) gears up for the election of its next Chairperson, Raila Odinga's candidacy faces significant challenges, particularly from the Southern African Development Community (SADC). The recent statement from SADC emphasizes the need for a leader who can unite the continent, suggesting that support for Odinga may
Raila Odinga Faces SADC Setback in AUC Chairperson Bid
Tensions are mounting as Raila Odinga, Kenya's candidate for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, faces a significant hurdle with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) withholding its support. SADC’s stance is crucial, given its influence among the AU's 55 member states. In a recent statement, SADC emphasized the need for
Didmus Barasa Links ODM MPs Restlessness to Raila’s AUC Election loss
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has weighed in on the recent unrest among ODM lawmakers in the National Assembly, attributing their restlessness to the impending African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson election. With ODM leader Raila Odinga in the running for the February 15 vote, Barasa’s comments come amidst heightened tensions in
Gathoni Wamuchomba vows not to use UDA party in 2027 Elections!
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has made a bold announcement, declaring she will not seek any elective position under the ruling UDA party ticket in upcoming elections. Speaking on Citizen TV on Wednesday, Wamuchomba expressed her disappointment with the party, stating, “I was elected under UDA, but I am not going
Trump and Putin hint at a possible meeting in Saudi Arabia
In a surprising turn of events, Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump held a lengthy phone conversation on Wednesday, signaling a potential thaw in relations between the two countries. The Kremlin announced that Putin has extended an invitation for Trump to visit Moscow, while Trump suggested that
Education CS Julius Ogamba Unveils 2024 CBC and Training Assessment Results
In a significant announcement made at the KICC in Nairobi, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba revealed the assessment results for the 2024 Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) on Tuesday. The assessment, conducted from October 24 to November 22, 2024, spanned across 314 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centers. At
Junet promises dire consequences as Azimio MPs Walk Out of parliament
Azimio MPs staged a walkout after National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula declared Kenya Kwanza as the majority party on Wednesday. The protest, led by Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, highlighted deep divisions within the House regarding party representation and leadership. In a press briefing following the walkout, Junet expressed strong opposition
Speaker Wetangula ignores court ruling, maintains Kenya Kwanza is the majority side
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has reaffirmed that Kenya Kwanza holds the majority in Parliament, igniting a fresh debate over the allocation of majority and minority offices. According to Wetangula, Kenya Kwanza boasts 165 Members of Parliament, while the Azimio coalition comprises 154 MPs. "Based on the numbers, Kenya Kwanza is
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya accused of Live recording house Proceedings
A heated confrontation erupted in Parliament on Tuesday after Mumias East MP Peter Salasya was accused of live-streaming House proceedings on his mobile phone, a clear breach of parliamentary standing orders. The issue was raised by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wa, who alleged that Salasya had filmed himself during