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
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Fears Grow Over Kizza Besigye’s Health in Prison, Wife Warns
The life of Kizza Besigye, Uganda's veteran opposition leader, faces serious threats, as his wife, Winnie Byanyima, revealed following her recent visit to him in prison. She stated, "He is extremely weak," highlighting the urgent need for medical attention after he was taken overnight to a medical facility, according to
UDA Schedules Repeat Grassroots Elections in 42 Counties
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has officially announced the scheduling of repeat grassroots elections at designated polling centers across 42 counties, addressing disputes that emerged from recent party polls.On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the party shared this announcement on its official X account, providing details from the National Elections Board
Junet Dismisses Babu Owino’s Chances of Winning ODM NDC
Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed has firmly dismissed the speculation surrounding Babu Owino's potential rise as the leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) through the party’s National Delegates Convention (NDC).In an interview with a local TV station on the evening of Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Junet acknowledged
Court Rejects Widower’s 25-Year Pay Claim
IEBC Faces Sh16.5bn Budget Shortfall for 2027 Election
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is grappling with a Sh16.5 billion budget gap as it prepares for the 2027 General Election, raising fresh concerns about funding support from the National Treasury. According to a report published today, January 22, 2026, the electoral agency’s request for sufficient resources has
Out-of-Touch MP Flies High as Staff Struggle
A growing public backlash is building against a Member of Parliament accused of living lavishly while staff attached to his office struggle to make ends meet. The lawmaker is under criticism after reports emerge that he frequently uses hired helicopters to attend events as his aides go for months without
Ruto Leads UDA–ODM Talks, Kindiki’s Future in Spotlight
President William Ruto is at the centre of high-stakes political negotiations with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) after the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) authorised him to spearhead talks on a formal coalition ahead of the 2027 General Election. The development has put added pressure on Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s position
Cliff Mboya Challenges Babu Owino Over ODM Leadership: Truth, Betrayal and Urgent Reckoning
Nyanza Daily, Political Desk — A heated dispute over leadership succession within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has taken a sharper turn as party activist Cliff Mboya publicly challenged Hon. Babu Owino, the Embakasi East legislator, accusing him of sidelining the party’s founding values and failing to show loyalty to
Kabando Warns Attacks on Gachagua Risk Weakening Opposition
Former Mukurweini MP Kabando wa Kabando has strongly criticized the recent public attacks on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from his former allies. He argues that these disputes seem personal and threaten to undermine efforts to challenge President William Ruto.In a comprehensive post on X on January 20, 2026, Kabando