Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua firmly asserts that no Ugandan or Somali national will influence Kenya’s 2027 General Election. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on mobilizing eligible Kenyan voters, dismissing any notions that foreigners might participate in the election.During a recent engagement with clergy in Boston, USA, on October
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Sifuna Leads Opposition in Latest Politrack Poll
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has emerged as the top opposition presidential aspirant in the latest survey by the Politrack Research Team. President William Ruto, however, continues to lead the overall presidential preference race with a strong advantage.Conducted between September 15 and 25, 2026, the survey shows Ruto capturing 45.1 percent
Gachagua Predicts Unified Opposition Candidate
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua confidently predicts that one of the opposition leaders will step aside as rival factions negotiate a unified candidate to challenge President William Ruto.Speaking in Dallas, Texas, on Sunday, September 27, 2026, Gachagua emphasized that the choice of the opposition's final candidate will hinge on practicality,
Ruto Warns Against Visionless Political Alliances
President William Ruto has urged Kenyans to be cautious about political groups that lack a clear vision, plan, and agenda, emphasizing that the nation cannot risk “trial and error” leadership. During his visit to Ugenya in Nyanza, Ruto positioned his broad-based coalition as the ideal political vehicle for Kenya's development.
Augustus Muli Questions Kalonzo’s 2027 Presidential Bid
Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli, the Patron of the Anzauni Clan and leader of the National Liberal Party (NLP), has expressed concern over the prevailing assumption within the opposition that it is automatically “Kalonzo Musyoka’s time” to lead into the 2027 presidential election.Muli has criticized Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka for leveraging
Nyoro Defends PPK, Rejects Claims of Splitting Mt Kenya Vote
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has firmly dismissed claims that his People’s Party of Kenya (PPK) serves as a government initiative aimed at fragmenting the Mt. Kenya vote and undermining Rigathi Gachagua’s support base. Instead, Nyoro emphasizes that his new political platform seeks to broaden the opposition by providing an alternative
Gachagua Links Magadi Dispute to Lithium, Oil Discoveries
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has connected the challenges facing Tata Chemicals’ Magadi operations to recent discoveries of lithium, oil, and gas in the region. He has expressed concerns that the government aims to seize control of land believed to be mineral-rich.During a community engagement in Spokane, Washington, on Sunday,
Crackdown on Illegal LPG Dealers and Refilling Cartels Intensifies
The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has initiated a robust campaign against illegal liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) dealers and unauthorized cylinder refilling cartels.Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi emphasized that enforcement agencies will actively pursue traders who operate outside the law, prioritizing public safety above all.He affirmed that the government will
Babu Reaffirms Support for Edwin Sifuna’s 2027 Presidential Bid
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has firmly rejected claims of a political divide between him and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. He has reiterated his unwavering support for Sifuna, a fellow co-principal in the Linda Mwananchi movement, as they prepare for the 2027 General Election.Babu encourages Sifuna to continue
Kajiado Governor Lenku Threatens ODM Exit Over UDA Links
Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku has expressed his intention to leave the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and lead his supporters to the Linda Mwananchi movement if ODM does not issue an apology regarding its alleged backing of candidates associated with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).Lenku emphasized that ODM's ongoing collaboration