Just over a decade after divesting a controlling stake in First Assurance to Barclays Africa, a group of investors associated with Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is preparing to reacquire the insurance company from Absa in a transaction projected to be valued at a minimum of Ksh3.8 billion.This proposed deal
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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
Somalia Deputy PM Surrenders Kenyan Passport
On Monday, August 3, 2026, Somalia’s Deputy Prime Minister Jibril Abdirashid Haji took a significant step by surrendering his Kenyan citizenship documents. This action makes him the first member of the federal cabinet to align with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s directive, which requires officials holding Kenyan passports to renounce them
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
Kindiki’s 2027 Dilemma: Stay Loyal or Risk Resigning?
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s political challenges reflect a broader trend faced by many in similar positions throughout history. History reveals that deputy presidents often navigate a complex choice: they must decide whether to maintain access to power or safeguard their future careers beyond the current administration. Kindiki firmly asserts his
Edwin Sifuna’s 2027 Bid Poses Fresh Challenge to Ruto
Certainly! Edwin Sifuna's candidacy signals a fresh opportunity that may pose a genuine challenge for President William Ruto. His ability to engage and unite young voters could reshape the political landscape, especially since many of these first-time voters are eager for generational change. This shift could potentially cost the President
Kenya Ends South Africa Evacuation as Final Rescue Flight Set for July 9
The Kenyan government has announced that the evacuation of its citizens from South Africa will wrap up next week. It encourages all Kenyans still looking to return home to register immediately for the last rescue flight.In a statement from the State Department for Diaspora Affairs on Friday, July 3, 2026,
Ruto Urges Kenyans Abroad to Invest as He Wraps Up European Tour
President William Ruto concluded his visit to three European nations by encouraging the Kenyan diaspora to support and invest in the transformative programmes the government is implementing back home.During a town hall meeting in Helsinki, Finland, with Kenyans living and working across the Nordic region, the President explained that significant
Ruto Arrives in Italy for Key State Trade and Investment Visit
President William Ruto has arrived in Italy for a three-day state visit aimed at enhancing bilateral relations between Kenya and Italy. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi confirmed Ruto's arrival on Monday, April 20, 2026. In his announcement, Mudavadi emphasized that the visit will involve high-level discussions focused on securing strategic