As the African Union (AU) gears up for the election of its next Chairperson, Raila Odinga's candidacy faces significant challenges, particularly from the Southern African Development Community (SADC). The recent statement from SADC emphasizes the need for a leader who can unite the continent, suggesting that support for Odinga may
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Raila Odinga Faces SADC Setback in AUC Chairperson Bid
Tensions are mounting as Raila Odinga, Kenya's candidate for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, faces a significant hurdle with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) withholding its support. SADC’s stance is crucial, given its influence among the AU's 55 member states. In a recent statement, SADC emphasized the need for
Didmus Barasa Links ODM MPs Restlessness to Raila’s AUC Election loss
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has weighed in on the recent unrest among ODM lawmakers in the National Assembly, attributing their restlessness to the impending African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson election. With ODM leader Raila Odinga in the running for the February 15 vote, Barasa’s comments come amidst heightened tensions in
Senator Methu Opposes plans to fly MPs to Ethiopia to support Raila
Nyandarua senator John Methu has opposed plans by the Kenya Kwanza government to fly members of parliament to Ethiopia ahead of the African Union Commission elections scheduled for Saturday. The senator made these sentiments on Tuesday February 11th during a morning TV interview. Methu raised concerns about this decision, arguing that
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
Raila reveals what he will do if he loses the AUC Chairperson elections
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has expressed his readiness to accept the outcome of the upcoming African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson elections set for Saturday, February 15. Speaking at a gathering of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders and women supporters at Bomas of Kenya, Raila emphasized that he would return
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
Ruto appoints new IEBC selection panel amid calls for electoral reforms
President William Ruto has unveiled a new selection panel tasked with recruiting nominees for the positions of Chairperson and Members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). The newly appointed panel members include Prof. Adams Oloo, Dr. Nelson Makanda, Fatuma Saman, Amb. Koki Muli, Evans Misati, Nicodemus Bore Kipchirchir,
Oscar Sudi accuses Gachagua of plot to assassinate Raila Odinga
"You can ship out," Oscar Sudi to CS Justin Muturi Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi, a close ally of President William Ruto, has made shocking allegations against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, claiming that Gachagua had plotted to assassinate ODM leader Raila Odinga during the recent anti-government protests. In a fiery
“I will Not criticize myself! I am the government” Opiyo Wandayi
In a recent address, Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi made it clear that he will not be forced to criticize the Kenya Kwanza government that he is working for. While speaking in Ugunja constituency over the weekend, Wandayi highlighted the crucial role of constructive criticism within the government, emphasizing on the