Prominent lawyer and political commentator PLO Lumumba has provided an evaluation of Kenya's electoral and political situation, labelling the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) as incapable.During a Wednesday, December 10, 2025, interview with a local TV station, PLO also referred to the country's opposition as essentially non-existent.Lumumba criticized
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Why Kenya Sold Its Safaricom Stake to Vodacom Instead of Listing on NSE
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has clarified why the National Treasury has not initiated the sale of the government's 15 per cent stake in Safaricom to the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) for public purchase.Mbadi spoke on a Wednesday morning radio show, December 10, 2025, about growing controversy surrounding Vodacom's purchase
I Support Kalonzo, Not Gachagua, Ndegwa Njiru Clarifies
Advocate Ndegwa Njiru has stated that he does not endorse former Vice President Rigathi Gachagua, nor is he affiliated with Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).In a recent podcast interview on Monday, December 9, 2025, Njiru, who serves as Gachagua's legal representative, explained that despite his professional role, his political
Kaluma Praises Ruto’s Inclusive Governance Amid 2027 Vote Debate
MP Peter Kaluma, of Homa Bay Town, has commended President William Ruto for fostering inclusivity and equitable governance throughout Kenya.On Monday, December 8, 2025, Kaluma said that within three years of Ruto's tenure, the latter has managed to integrate all the country's communities and regions into the government, thereby creating
Khalwale Accuses Wetang’ula of Betrayal as Luhya Political Rift Deepens
Senator for Kakamega, Dr Boni Khalwale, has launched a scathing attack on National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, accusing him of treachery and political intolerance.On Sunday, December 7, 2025, Khalwale stated that Wetang'ula could not claim to be the Luhya community's defender, given his targeting of regional leaders.Khalwale said, "Wetang'ula, I
Wahome Thuku Downplays Gachagua’s Influence in Mt Kenya Politics
Political analyst and lawyer Wahome Thuku has downplayed the perceived influence of Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens' Party, in the Mt Kenya region.On his Facebook page, Wahome stated that little would alter even if Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front, and Fred Matiang’i, deputy leader
US Condemns Venezuela After Opposition Leader Alfredo Díaz Dies in Custody
The United States has condemned the Venezuelan government following the death of an opposition figure while in state custody, describing the incident as a stark illustration of President Nicolás Maduro's regime's oppressive nature.Alfredo Díaz, an opposition member, reportedly died in his cell at El Helicoide prison in Caracas, where he
Gachagua Clarifies Familial Ties With Kalonzo, Denies Political Motives
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has clarified his connection with Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, asserting that their relationship is not centered on political ambition, leadership positions, or the presidency. He emphasized that their bond is fundamentally familial, rather than driven by political agendas. Gachagua made these remarks during a
Kalonzo Presents Special Tribute to Ida at Beryl Odinga’s Funeral
On Saturday, December 6, 2025, Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front Party, gave a special gift to Ida Odinga at the funeral of Beryl Achieng’ Odinga, the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's sister.Photographs showed Kalonzo offering the item in a small, white branded bag, and Ida
ODM Mourns Georgina Oketch as Parliament Confirms An MP’s Death
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced with sorrow the death of Georgina Margaret Oketch.In a statement released on Saturday, December 6, 2025, ODM confirmed Ms. Oketch’s passing, noting that it followed a brief illness.The late Margaret Oketch was a member of the ODM Disability League, an organization dedicated to