On the final day of his developmental tour in Western Kenya, President William Ruto visited Bungoma and Busia counties, where his fraught relationship with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua took center stage. During his visit, Ruto reiterated his reasons for parting ways with Gachagua, emphasizing his commitment to improving the lives
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Chief Justice Martha Koome says her security has been withdrawn
Chief Justice Martha Koome has publicly condemned the government's recent decision to withdraw her security detail, characterizing it as an assault on the Judiciary and her office. In a letter addressed to Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, Koome expressed her deep concerns regarding this
Police IG addresses concerns over police officers’ recall from Judiciary
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has responded to rising concerns about the recent recall of police officers from the Judiciary Police Unit. He clarified that the officers were either sent for training following their promotions or were transferred to other stations as part of standard procedures. Kanja noted that new
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CS Justin Muturi absent from Cabinet meeting amid Security concerns
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi was notably absent from Tuesday's Cabinet meeting at the Kakamega State Lodge, where President William Ruto convened with the remaining 22 Cabinet Secretaries. Photographs from the meeting revealed Muturi's absence, which is reportedly linked to his ongoing standoff with the State regarding a series
President Ruto announces historic KSh150 million bonus for Sugar farmers
On January 20, 2025, President William Ruto unveiled a KSh150 million bonus for sugar farmers supplying cane to Kakamega’s Mumias Sugar Factory, marking a significant milestone for the sector. This bonus is a testament to the successful reforms implemented in the sugar industry, aiming to uplift farmers and bolster livelihoods
President Ruto accuses Gachagua of divisive politics
President William Ruto has criticized impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for allegedly attempting to sow discord among Kenyans along ethnic lines, asserting that such efforts will ultimately be futile. Since his removal from office, Gachagua has consistently challenged the Kenya Kwanza government, while simultaneously engaging in a charm offensive in the
Cabinet to merge 42 state corporations into 20 agencies
In a bold move to enhance efficiency and reduce waste, the Cabinet has approved significant reforms that will consolidate 42 State corporations with overlapping functions into just 20 agencies. This decision was made during a Cabinet meeting chaired by President William Ruto at the Kakamega State Lodge on Tuesday. The reforms
US Senate approves crackdown on migrant criminal suspects
In a significant legislative move, the U.S. Senate voted on Monday to expand pretrial incarceration for foreign criminal suspects, aligning with the Republican-led Congress’s commitment to enhance immigration enforcement following Donald Trump’s inauguration for a second term. The newly passed legislation, known as the Laken Riley Act, mandates the detention of
Trump fires 4 officials in first post-inauguration announcement
Donald Trump In a bold move shortly after his inauguration, U.S. President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to announce the dismissal of four senior officials appointed by the previous administration. In his first post since assuming office, Trump stated, "My Presidential Personnel Office is actively in the process of identifying and