A high-level political meeting bringing together the leadership of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) was convened at State House, Nairobi, signaling renewed efforts to stabilize the evolving broad-based political arrangement ahead of the 2027 General Election. The meeting was co-chaired by President William Ruto alongside
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UDA Grassroots Elections in Kisumu See High Voter Turnout
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) grassroots elections in Kisumu County commenced with remarkable voter turnout across numerous polling centers, reflecting an increase in political engagement in a region often viewed as politically uniform.During an event at Nyalunya Primary School on April 23rd, George Ayogi, the acting chairperson of Kisumu County,
Cherargei Slams ‘Woman Link’ Claims in Godfrey Osotsi Attack
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has condemned what he calls a troubling and “unfortunate narrative” that associates attacks on political leaders with alleged involvement of women. Cherargei argues that such assertions mislead the public, unfairly distort the discussion, and detract from the pressing issues of insecurity and political intolerance. During a
Okong’o Omogeni Slams ODM–UDA Alliance, Calls for Exit
Nyamira Senator Okong’o Omogeni has declared that he would promptly end any political collaboration between the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) if he held leadership of the party.In an interview with a local TV station on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, Omogeni expressed skepticism about the
Oscar Sudi Slams James Orengo Over ‘Politics of Poverty’ Claims
Oscar Sudi, the Member of Parliament for Kapseret Constituency, has launched a vigorous critique against Siaya Governor James Orengo, accusing him of endorsing what Sudi terms the "politics of poverty" instead of fostering a development-oriented leadership.In a statement shared on his X handle on April 20, 2026, Sudi expressed his
Junet: ODM Is Kenya’s Only Truly National Party
Suna East MP Junet Mohammed has reiterated that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) serves as the only political party with widespread support across all regions of the country.During the party's youth convention at Jamhuri Showground on Monday, Junet characterized rival political entities as limited and regionally focused, asserting that ODM
NYS Official Denies Ties to Hotel Raided by EACC in Sh2bn Probe
A senior National Youth Service (NYS) employee has denied any links to a hotel in Embu that was raided by anti-graft agency detectives as part of a Sh2 billion investigation. On Friday, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) announced that it had conducted a raid at the Mavvel hotel, allegedly linked
CS Ruku Assures Kenyans of Merit-Based Public Service Hiring
Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, has assured Kenyans that the government has established firm structures to guarantee fairness and meritocracy in public service recruitment. Speaking during a Sunday service at ACK St John's Apostle Kanyuambora in Mbeere North, Embu County, the CS emphasized
ODM to Launch Nationwide Youth Campaign with Nairobi Mega Convention
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will launch a significant youth mobilization program with a mega youth convention in Nairobi on Monday, April 20, 2026. This event marks the beginning of a 25-county outreach campaign aimed at bolstering the party's grassroots presence in preparation for the 2027 General Election.On Saturday, April
Ruto Reappoints Four State Corporation Chairpersons to Strengthen Key Sectors
President William Samoei Ruto has reappointed four non-executive chairpersons to key state corporations, reaffirming his administration’s focus on continuity in strategic sectors of the economy. The appointments were confirmed in a gazette notice dated April 17, 2026. The reappointments touch on institutions that play a central role in Kenya’s development agenda,