Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has expressed scepticism over the government's assertion that the (SHA) Social Health Authority is functioning smoothly across the country, thereby providing free medical care to Kenyans.On Tuesday during the Senate debate on the Health (Amendment) Bill, 2025, Sifuna questioned why the Ministry of Health was opposing
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Pauline Njoroge: Matiang’i Set for Big Political Comeback
Jubilee Party Deputy Organising Secretary Pauline Njoroge has stated that former Interior CS Fred Matiangi will soon unleash his full capabilities.On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, Pauline Njoroge posted on her Facebook page, praising the skills of Democracy for Citizens Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua in the ongoing Mbeere North mini poll
Wanjala Warns Ruto Against Buying Loyalty in Mt Kenya
Budalang'i MP Raphael Wanjala has warned President William Ruto against attempting to purchase loyalty in the Mt Kenya region.During an interview on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, with a local TV station, Wanjala cautioned the government that winning the Mbeere North by-election would not be straightforward, even with the distribution of
Matiang’i Sets Stage for 2027 Race Promises Early Grassroot Tour
Jubilee deputy party leader Fred Matiang’i has signaled a strong return to national politics after announcing that he will begin early, countrywide grassroots engagements ahead of the 2027 presidential race. The former Interior Cabinet Secretary said he is ready to meet Kenyans “from village to village,” promising a hands-on approach
Kindiki Intensifies UDA Campaign in Mbeere North
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has stepped up the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) campaign in Mbeere North as the constituency heads toward a high-stakes by-election. His entry into the region marks a renewed push by the ruling party to secure the parliamentary seat left vacant after Geoffrey Ruku joined the Cabinet
ICC Seeks Life Sentence for Ali Kushayb as Darfur Faces Renewed Atrocities
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is seeking the harshest punishment possible, which is a life sentence in prison, for Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, also known as Ali Kushayb, who previously held a senior position in Sudan's notorious Janjaweed militia. Prosecutors claim Kushayb was not merely an accomplice but a key
ODM Fully Committed to Broad-Based Government: Senator Oketch
Migori Senator Eddie Oketch has reiterated that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) remains firmly committed to the broad-based government arrangement, insisting the party's position has never been uncertain.During a TV interview on Monday, November 17, 2025, Oketch stated that the current government arrangement came into existence due to necessity, at
Samia Suluhu Changes Cabinet, Adds New Ministers
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan has unveiled a revamped Cabinet, consisting of 27 ministers and 29 deputy ministers, who will be overseeing 27 different government ministries. Changes were announced at a press conference on November 17, 2025, following a disputed general election and intended to strengthen her government.The Cabinet comprises
Rigathi Gachagua Explains Why He Skipped Raila’s State Funeral
Rigathi Gachagua former deputy president has broken his silence on why he did not attend Raila Odinga’s highly publicised state funeral held at Parliament Buildings and later at Nyayo Stadium. The event, which took place on October 17, drew leaders from across the political divide, the diplomatic community, and thousands
Caleb Hamisi: Oburu’s Position At ODM is Illegitimate
Saboti member of parliament Caleb Hamisi has said that Dr Oburu Odinga is unconstitutionally holding the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party's leadership role.While speaking this morning in a TV talk show, the legislator said that contrary to party structures and hierarchy, Dr Oburu was not elected through a constitutional means