Community leaders and human rights advocates in Nakuru are sounding the alarm about the recruitment of troubled youth to incite chaos during rallies. They warn this trend could spell disaster with the upcoming elections on the horizon, pointing fingers at politicians who are allegedly meeting with these youths at night
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Marsabit Faith Leaders Launch Peace Initiative Ahead of 2027 Elections
Clerics, aid groups, and local peace-builders in Marsabit have initiated a year-long project to foster peace and unity as the country gears up for next year's general elections. This initiative responds to the rising political tensions nationwide.The project, called the Interfaith Mechanism for Conflict Mitigation (LIMCO), launched in Saku and
Raymond Omollo Rejects Calls for Resignation
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has rejected calls for his resignation from opposition figures, asserting that public claims and political pressure do not warrant such action.In an interview on May 19, 2026, Omollo described these demands as unfounded, driven by political narratives rather than facts.“Resign for what reason? Just because
Finance Bill 2026 Sparks Fresh Gen Z Protest Fears
President William Ruto faces the potential for a new wave of protests from Gen Z in response to the recently introduced Finance Bill 2026. This sweeping tax proposal has drawn criticism for potentially resurrecting the economic hardships that ignited nationwide demonstrations two years ago.The National Assembly Finance Committee, led by
James Gakuya Backs Edwin Sifuna in ODM Succession Debate
Embakasi North Member of Parliament James Gakuya has highlighted Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's emerging role in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) succession debate, emphasizing Sifuna's growing significance in the party's future leadership.In a televised interview on a local station on May 11, 2026, Gakuya noted that Sifuna's increasing influence within
Catholic Bishops Warn of Rising Crises in the Country
The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops has expressed serious concerns about escalating insecurity, corruption, healthcare failures, and moral decline, all of which jeopardize Kenya’s social and political stability.In a media briefing at Donum Dei, Roussel House in Karen, the bishops highlighted that unexplained killings, rampant corruption, and a faltering healthcare
Ol Kalou By-Election Set to Test Ruto vs Opposition Power
Peter Mbae, the economic adviser for Democracy for Citizens (DCP), emphasized that the upcoming Ol Kalou by-election represents a pivotal opportunity for Mt. Kenya to assert its political influence over President William Ruto. In a statement shared on his social media on April 13, 2026, Mbae asserted that this mini-poll
Babu Owino Urges United Opposition to Challenge Ruto in 2027
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino emphasized that the opposition must unite to prevent President William Ruto from securing a decisive victory in the upcoming 2027 elections. During an interview on Herman Manyora’s podcast on April 12, 2026, Owino argued that unity is essential for the opposition to mount
Orwoba Faults Ruto-Gachagua Clash Ahead of 2027 Elections
Former senator Gloria Orwoba has criticized President William Ruto for escalating tensions with his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, calling the confrontation unnecessary and politically dangerous ahead of the 2027 elections.In an interview on April 9, 2026, Orwoba condemned Ruto's public display of strength in the Mt. Kenya region, arguing it
Ruto’s 2027 Deputy President Pick Sparks ODM–UDA Power Struggle
The race for the deputy president position is quickly becoming a pivotal element in President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election strategy as coalition discussions gain momentum and political alliances begin to solidify.What was once viewed primarily as a constitutional formality has transformed into a crucial aspect of coalition-building, regional representation, and