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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Karua Revives 2022 Election Row with Fresh Attack on Chebukati
Martha Karua, the leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), expressed strong sentiments regarding former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson Wafula Chebukati, suggesting that his soul should face turmoil wherever it may be. During an engaging interview with political analyst Herman Manyora on his YouTube podcast, aired on
Kalonzo’s Loyalty to Raila Could Shape Kenya’s 2027 Election – Ndegwa Njiru
Constitutional lawyer and political commentator Ndegwa Njiru emphasizes that Wiper Party leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka's enduring political partnership with the late Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga could significantly shape discussions as we approach the 2027 General Election.In a post on X dated June 27, 2026, Njiru highlighted that
Police Disrupt June 25 Gen Z Anniversary March
On Thursday, June 25, 2026, police interrupted a symbolic march in Nairobi, where opposition leaders and civil society activists gathered to honor the victims of the June 25, 2024, Gen Z protests.Officers used a public address system to repeatedly urge the crowd to disperse.Leading the march, Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua,
Karua Blocked from Entering Uganda at Entebbe Airport
Martha Karua, leader of the People’s Liberation Party and Senior Counsel, recently shared her experience at Entebbe International Airport in Uganda, where officials denied her entry despite prior clearance.Karua traveled to Uganda to support Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago during court proceedings linked to opposition figures Kizza Besigye and Hajji
Karua Welcomes Linda Mwananchi, Hints at 2027 Opposition Alliance
Martha Karua, leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), has warmly welcomed the emerging Linda Mwananchi movement, viewing it as a positive force in Kenya’s evolving political scene. She hinted at a potential alliance among opposition groups as the 2027 General Election approaches.In a recent televised interview, Karua highlighted the
Karua Rules Out Return to the National Assembly
Long-serving politician and leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), Martha Wangari Karua, has decisively rejected any notions of returning to the National Assembly of Kenya, including the role of Speaker of the House.On March 31, 2026, Karua addressed a suggestion made by a social media user on X, who
Kuria Doubts Ruto’s 2027 Re-election, Dismisses Kalonzo Musyoka
Former Cabinet Secretary and presidential economic adviser Moses Kuria has publicly addressed the political landscape, particularly focusing on the upcoming 2027 General Election.He expressed uncertainty regarding President William Ruto’s re-election and dismissed Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka as a credible alternative.Kuria, who previously served as a close ally and vocal supporter
Gachagua Woos Sifuna After ODM Ouster Drama
When former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua warned the embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna of his impending removal from the party, many viewed his statement as mere political bravado. At that moment, it seemed like a display of brinkmanship within the ever-changing landscape of opposition politics. However,
Karua Condemns Sexual Violence Reports After Uganda Elections
Martha Karua, the leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), has raised urgent concerns regarding the alarming reports of sexual violence against women in Uganda following the January 2026 elections. In a statement addressed to President Yoweri Museveni and Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, she underscores the gravity