A profound silence enveloped the Africa Gospel Church (AGC) Karen in Nairobi on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, as family, friends, leaders, and mourners gathered for the requiem mass of the late Emurua Dikirr MP, Johana Ngeno Ngong.Barnabas Ngeno, Johana's brother, addressed the congregation with heartfelt emotion and unwavering resolve. He
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MCAs Claim Enough Signatures to Impeach Sakaja
A section of Nairobi Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) has renewed efforts to impeach Johnson Sakaja, claiming they have gathered sufficient support to table a formal motion seeking his removal from office. The push is being spearheaded by South B MCA and Deputy Minority Leader Waithera Chege, working alongside Baba
Israel Strikes Tehran as Iran Conflict Escalates
Israel has launched new attacks on Iran's leadership compound in Tehran, targeting the presidential office. The Israeli military reports that its air force struck key locations, including the Supreme National Security Council, and hit a military training institution along with other critical regime infrastructure.The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) noted that
Wetang’ula Mourns MP Johana Ng’eno After Fatal Crash
Speaker Moses Wetang’ula praised the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno as an exemplary leader whose commitment to public service and parliamentary conduct raised the standard for lawmakers.Speaking to the press on March 3, 2026, Wetang’ula lamented the loss of the three-term legislator, calling it a significant blow to both
Sifuna Skips ODM PG Meeting Amid UDA Alliance Rift
Edwin Sifuna, Secretary General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and Nairobi Senator, notably missed the party's Parliamentary Group meeting in Nairobi on March 2, 2026. Meanwhile, Caleb Amisi, the Saboti Constituency MP and ousted Deputy Organising Secretary, attended the session.Convened by ODM leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga, the
Embakasi East Deserves Results: Why Samuel Wendal’s Bid Signals a Shift from Rhetoric to Reform
In every political cycle, there comes a moment when a constituency must decide whether it wants familiarity or forward movement. For Embakasi East Constituency, that moment is now. With Hon. Babu Owino expressing interest in the Nairobi gubernatorial seat, the parliamentary race opens up not merely as a contest of personalities, but
Museveni Accuses Bobi Wine of Hiring Kenyan Gen Z Activists
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has accused opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, known as Bobi Wine, and his National Unity Platform (NUP) of trying to incite unrest by bringing in Kenyan Gen Z activists to Uganda. In a March 1, 2026 interview on NBS TV, Museveni described a meeting with young Kenyans,
Ruto Appoints Ida Odinga as Kenya’s UNEP Ambassador
President William Ruto has appointed Ida Odinga, widow of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, as Kenya’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The appointment, confirmed in a Gazette Notice dated February 27, 2026, follows Article 132(2) of the Constitution. "In exercise of the powers conferred
UDA Mourns MP Johanna Ng’eno After Mosop Air Crash
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno, recognizing him as a steadfast legislator and a courageous advocate for public interest.According to UDA, Ng’eno’s leadership exemplified humility, integrity, and an unwavering sense of purpose.“Ng’eno emerged as a fearless voice for
Oburu Oginga Signals ODM-UDA Alliance Ahead of 2027
ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga recently articulated a strategic shift in the party’s political approach during a women’s economic empowerment event.Speaking at a women’s empowerment forum in Homa Bay on Friday, February 27, 2026, Oburu underscored the vital role of women's empowerment in nation-building, linking it to broader initiatives for