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
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Gathoni Wamuchomba vows not to use UDA party in 2027 Elections!
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has made a bold announcement, declaring she will not seek any elective position under the ruling UDA party ticket in upcoming elections. Speaking on Citizen TV on Wednesday, Wamuchomba expressed her disappointment with the party, stating, “I was elected under UDA, but I am not going
Ruto calls for ceasefire in Eastern DRC at peace summit
Kenyan President William Ruto has called for an immediate ceasefire among all armed factions in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as regional leaders convened in Tanzania for a crucial peace summit on Saturday. Ruto, who currently chairs the East African Community (EAC), urged all parties involved to embrace a
Nelson Havi Orders President Ruto to stop shouting at Kenyans
In a pointed critique of President William Ruto's recent public addresses, former Law Society of Kenya President Nelson Havi expressed concerns about the president's tone, particularly following a fiery speech delivered in Mandera. Havi described Ruto's approach as "unnecessary noise," urging a shift towards more constructive communication. Speaking on X on
15 billion trees by 2030: A realistic goal for Kenya?
Gachagua’s mission to “Rescue the Payslip” amidst new tax policies
Rigathi Gachagua breaks his silence on Livestock vaccination program Nyeri County – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a vigorous critique of President William Ruto’s administration, focusing on the government's recent tax policies that he claims impose a heavy burden on ordinary Kenyans. In a video broadcast from his Wamunyoro residence,
President Ruto mourns victims of Washington, D.C. air crash
President William Ruto has expressed his condolences following a devastating mid-air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in the United States. The incident involved a passenger jet carrying 64 people and a military Black Hawk helicopter. In a heartfelt message posted on X, President Ruto extended his sympathies to the
Protesters in Kinshasa burn Kagame’s portraits as M23 seize Goma
Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has been engulfed in anger as protesters burned portraits of Rwandan President Paul Kagame and tore down Rwandan flags. The outrage comes as M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, have taken control of most of Goma, a strategic city in
Tshisekedi to skip EAC peace summit amid rising tensions with Rwanda
In a significant development amidst escalating tensions, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi will not attend a virtual summit of the East African Community (EAC) leaders scheduled for Wednesday. This decision comes as Rwanda-backed fighters have reportedly entered the Congolese city of Goma, raising alarm over the ongoing
Gachagua forms alliances to challenge Ruto ahead of 2027 elections
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced his commitment to unite with all Kenyans in a concerted effort to contest President William Ruto’s administration and diminish his chances for re-election in the upcoming 2027 general elections. Since his impeachment last October, Gachagua has been vocal in his criticisms of Ruto’s government.