On Friday, August 7, 2026, thousands of elders from the Njuri Ncheke Council, representing Meru, Embu, and Tharaka Nithi counties, crowned Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as the political leader of the Mt Kenya region.During a vibrant ceremony attended by numerous political figures, the elders presented Prof. Kindiki with traditional symbols
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Ruto Announces KSh3,000 Stipend, Smartphones for 106,000 Village Elders
President William Ruto has announced a support package for more than 106,000 village elders across Kenya, including a monthly stipend, smartphones, training and health insurance cover.The President pointed out that these initiatives were aimed at recognising the contribution of village elders in grassroots leadership, community mobilisation and implementation of Government
Munya Calls Gachagua a Bully Over Ol Kalou By-Election Remarks
Tensions within the opposition have escalated as Peter Munya, the leader of the Party of National Unity (PNU), boldly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, calling him a “bully” after a series of heated exchanges regarding the recent by-election results in Ol Kalou.The verbal showdown, which took place during live
Oburu Declares Nyanza an ODM Stronghold, Rejects UDA
Oburu Odinga, the Leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party and Siaya Senator, has heightened the political tension between ODM and UDA. He firmly stated that Nyanza is an exclusive ODM stronghold, emphasizing that the ruling party has no place in the region amid ongoing discussions about the Deputy
Infotrak CEO: Gachagua’s To Gain After Ol Kalou Win
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s approval ratings may experience a significant boost following the outcome of the Ol Kalou by-election, as highlighted by Infotrak CEO Angela Ambitho. During a recent interview with a local media station on August 2, 2026, Ambitho pointed out that the decisive victory of Sammy Kamau
Kalonzo: I’ll Face Ruto Only at the Ballot in 2027
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka firmly announced his intention to engage President William Ruto solely through the ballot on Tuesday, August 10, 2027, when Kenyans will elect their next president.Speaking passionately during a rally in Samburu County on Saturday, August 1, 2026, Kalonzo rejected calls for political dialogue with Ruto,
Western ODM Leaders Back Oparanya for Ruto’s Running Mate in 2027
Leaders from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) in the Western region are actively advocating for the selection of Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya as President William Ruto’s running mate for the 2027 General Election. During a gathering at Kima Mission Ground for the Luanda NG-CDF project handover on July 31, 2026,
Election Bill 2026 Could End IEBC Livestreaming of Results
The proposed Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, could eliminate the livestreaming of election results, a crucial element for maintaining transparency and public trust. This bill seeks to amend the Elections Act by removing the requirement for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to establish a mechanism for livestreaming results
Ruto’s Silence on Kindiki Fuels 2027 Political Speculation
President William Ruto has established himself as a leader who meticulously navigates political landscapes. His ongoing silence regarding the speculation surrounding Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is garnering attention equal to the controversy itself.The question of whether recent reports about the reassignment of responsibilities from the Deputy President’s office reflect a
Sabina Chege Defends Kindiki Amid Claims of Insubordination
Nominated Member of Parliament Sabina Chege has passionately defended Deputy President Kithure Kindiki amidst rising speculation about the potential removal of key powers from his office, asserting that these claims lack merit.During a recent interview with a local media outlet on July 29, 2026, the former Murang’a Woman Representative expressed