Tag: Kenyan Politics

Raila Jr. On The Spot as He Honors His Father’s Legacy

by Chris Omondi -

Raila Jr. Odinga, the youngest son of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, drew widespread attention on Friday when he appeared at Parliament Buildings carrying two of the most recognizable symbols of his family’s political heritage — his father’s fly whisk, (known as 'orengo' in Luo dialect) and

Raila Odinga’s Exit: A Curse to Both Friends and Foes

by Chris Omondi -

Raila Odinga’s exit from the political scene is a heavy blow to many, but none feel it more than those who built their political careers around attacking him. For years, especially in the Mt. Kenya region, some leaders found comfort and attention by mentioning or insulting Raila at rallies. Now

Raila’s Final Flight Back to Kenya Most Tracked

by Chris Omondi -

As dawn broke on Thursday, October 16, 2025, the world’s attention turned to the skies. A Kenya Airways Boeing 737-800 — flight KQ203 — became the most tracked plane on earth. It wasn’t a flight of curiosity or crisis, but of grief and respect. On board was the body of

Sakaja Under Pressure as Heavyweights Eye Nairobi’s Top Seat

by Chris Omondi -

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is facing mounting political heat as several prominent figures prepare to challenge him for the county’s top seat in the 2027 general election.From poor waste management to strained relations with county lawmakers, Sakaja’s leadership has increasingly come under fire, creating an opening for rivals keen to

Ruto, Gideon Moi in Talks Over Baringo Senate Race

by Chris Omondi -

President William Ruto and KANU chairman Gideon Moi held private talks at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, in what insiders describe as an effort by the President to persuade Moi to withdraw from the Baringo senatorial by-election following the death of Senator William Cheptumo.The discreet meeting has triggered political speculation,

Kuria, Ndegwa Njiru Spat Over Raila’s Health Remarks

by Chris Omondi -

war of words has erupted between former CS for Trade, Moses Kuria, and lawyer Ndegwa Njiru, over comments touching on the health of ODM leader Raila Odinga.Kuria, in a heartfelt social media post, took issues with those spreading rumours about Odinga’s health, describing him as a "deeply compassionate man who