This year's Saba Saba commemorations across Kenya took on a notably subdued tone, primarily due to extensive police presence and roadblocks that restricted access to city and town centers. While these security measures aimed to ensure safety, they inadvertently caused significant traffic disruptions, bringing Nairobi to a near standstill for
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ODM Urges Gen Z to Choose Ballot Over Protests Ahead of 2027 Election
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) encourages Gen Z and all Kenyans to transition from street protests to the ballot box, emphasizing that true political change arises from peaceful and constitutional actions as we approach the 2027 General Election.In a statement released on June 26, ODM praised Kenyans for their restraint
Orengo Alleges Assassination Plot After Violent Homa Bay Tour
Siaya Governor James Orengo revealed a troubling plot against him during his political tour in Homa Bay County, which was marred by violence and road blockades.In a statement shared on X on May 29, 2026, Orengo accused unnamed state operatives and political rivals of inciting violence to disrupt his rallies
King Charles III Sends Condolences to Ruto Over Raila Odinga’s Death
President William Ruto shared that King Charles III of the UK sent him condolences. This followed the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga two months earlier.Ruto spoke on Thursday, December 18, 2025. He said the message came to State House in Nairobi. The UK's Chargé d’Affaires, Ed Barnett, delivered
Willis Otieno Slams Leaders Mourning Raila for “Hypocrisy”
Lawyer Willis Otieno has pointed out the double standards of government officials who are visiting Opoda in Farm to comfort the family of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.After his passing on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, leaders from different political parties have been expressing their sadness over the loss
Ruto Posthumously Confers the Highest Honour of the Land to Raila
President William Ruto has posthumously conferred the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga with the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya (C.G.H.), the highest honour awarded to a Kenyan citizen. The recognition, which represents the pinnacle of national accolades, came just less than a day since
Pauline Njoroge Faults Ruto’s Remarks on Dissenting Voices in ODM
Jubilee Party Deputy Organising Secretary Pauline Njoroge has taken issue with President William Ruto’s remarks about the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) during the burial of the late opposition leader Raila Amolo Odinga.In a post on her X account on Sunday, October 19, 2025, Njoroge said she was disappointed by the