Oketch Salah, who identifies as the adopted son of the late Raila Odinga, has publicly addressed recent comments made by Winnie Odinga, a Member of Parliament for the East African Legislative Assembly, during a televised interview. In a statement posted on his social media accounts on January 28, 2025, Salah
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How New NSSF Rates Will Reduce Your Take-Home Pay From February
Employees across the country are set to take home slightly less pay starting February following the implementation of new National Social Security Fund (NSSF) contribution rates. The revised rates are part of ongoing pension reforms aimed at increasing long-term retirement savings for workers. While the changes are intended to strengthen social
Gachagua Claims Nyeri Church Attack Was an Assassination Attempt
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that a recent disturbance at a church service in Nyeri was not accidental but a deliberate attempt to eliminate him. Speaking after the incident, Gachagua claimed the chaos that erupted during the church gathering was carefully planned and politically motivated. He said the attackers
What to Watch in 2026: The Next Phase of Mobile Transformation
Mobile technology has already reshaped how people communicate, work, shop, and access information. By 2026, the conversation is shifting. The focus is no longer just on new devices, but on how mobile systems quietly become the backbone of daily life, business, and public services. One key trend to watch is the
Debate Grows Over Ida Odinga’s UNEP Nomination
The nomination of Ida Odinga, the widow of the late Raila Odinga, to a position within the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has generated a spectrum of reactions. Many individuals view this nomination as a commendable honor, extending congratulations to the President for offering support to Ida following the recent
High Court Nullifies President Ruto’s Advisory Team, Deems It Unconstitutional
In a landmark ruling with significant implications for Kenya's governance structure, the High Court has declared the formation of the Presidential Advisory Committee (PAC), a key team appointed by President William Ruto, to be unconstitutional, null, and void. The judgment, delivered by a three-judge bench, found that the legal framework used
Trump Makes Bold Economic and Geopolitical Claims at Davos
Davos, Switzerland — U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a forceful and wide-ranging speech at the World Economic Forum on Tuesday, celebrating what he called a historic economic revival in the United States while sharply criticizing European energy policies, NATO allies and global migration trends. Marking one year since his return to
Inside the Majanja Estate Battle: Family Tensions and a Contested Will
Ruto Launches Skills Training for 90,000 Kenyan Youths with Stipends
President William Ruto has officially launched a major skills development initiative targeting 90,000 unskilled Kenyan youth. The program will cover full course fees and provide monthly stipends to participants during their training period. The initiative, known as the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA), is designed for young citizens who have
ODM Approves UDA Coalition Talks in Kilifi Amid Internal Party Rift
On January 12, 2025, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Management Committee (CMC) convened in Vipingo, Kilifi, to discuss several significant matters.A key resolution from this meeting directed party leader Oburu Odinga to expedite the establishment of a formal pre-election coalition with other political entities, including the United Democratic Alliance