In a recent interview with the media, President William Ruto opened up about his falling out with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, alleging that Gachagua had threatened to undermine his presidency. Ruto claimed Gachagua demanded Sh10 billion, asserting that this money was necessary to bolster Ruto's support in the Mt
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CS Muturi Vows not to attend President Ruto’s Cabinet meetings
Public Service and Human Capital Development Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has taken a firm stand against what he describes as the government’s failure to address abductions and extrajudicial killings. In a bold move, Muturi has vowed not to attend any Cabinet meetings until these concerns are formally discussed at the
President Ruto encourages private Sector investment in Tourism
President William Ruto has called on the private sector to deepen its involvement in the Kenyan tourism industry, which he observed is experiencing significant growth. While welcoming the MS Norwegian Dawn to Mombasa, Ruto highlighted the positive trend in tourism, reporting a notable increase in tourism revenue to Ksh.450 billion,
President Ruto appoints Habil Olaka as Hustler Fund Chair
President William Ruto has appointed Habil Olaka, the former Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Bankers Association, as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Hustler Fund, a key initiative under the Kenya Kwanza administration aimed at financial inclusion. The appointment was announced in a gazette notice dated February 21, 2025, effective
Wandayi pins Odinga’s AUC Election loss on some Kenyan leaders
Energy Cabinet Secretary James Opiyo Wandayi has attributed Raila Odinga’s defeat in the recent African Union Commission (AUC) elections to the actions of some Kenyan leaders. He pointed out that the celebratory reactions from specific individuals following Odinga’s loss have revealed who his true allies are. While addressing attendees at the
Sakaja hints at dumping Ruto’s UDA for Raila’s ODM ahead of 2027 elections
In a significant political development at the Bomas of Kenya on Monday, February 10, veteran politician Raila Odinga publicly endorsed Governor Johnson Sakaja, urging him to continue leading Nairobi County effectively. "I want Nairobi to remain stable and for this young man Sakaja to continue being in charge firmly and
Ruto loses as High Court Declares Kenya Kwanza the Minority in Parliament
In a landmark ruling, a three-judge bench of the High Court has declared that the Kenya Kwanza coalition, led by President William Ruto, does not hold the majority status in the National Assembly. The ruling comes in response to allegations of constitutional violations committed by Speaker Moses Wetang’ula when he
Kalonzo parades his Cows to Ruto after he called him “Mtu wa kupanda ndengu”
Kenya to lose billions from US amid Trump Aid Freezes
Kenya’s heavy reliance on foreign aid, particularly from the United States, has come under scrutiny as the country has received over Ksh. 472 billion in the past five years. As the US considers a temporary pause on funding, concerns are mounting about the potential impact on critical programs. President William Ruto’s
CS Muturi attacks Ruto again after the killing of 2 mlolongo abductees
Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has called upon President William Ruto to take immediate action against the alarming trend of abductions and extrajudicial killings in the country. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Muturi described the ongoing disappearances of young Kenyans as “gruesome” and warned that if left unchecked, these