By Gloria Andonya Kenya is not poor. It’s just badly behaved. And the worst part is, the problem isn’t only the leaders — it’s the citizens too. Compare Nairobi to Cape Town, and you’ll understand how deeply broken we are. I’m starting to feel embarrassed about Kenya as a country.Continue Reading
The nation continues to mourn the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, a towering figure in Kenya’s political history and a symbol of democracy, resilience, and reform. As Kenyans prepare to pay their final respects, the following is the official schedule of events leading up to his interment.Continue Reading
Confusion rocked Kabarnet on Thursday after KANU Chairman and former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi failed to show up at the IEBC County Offices to submit his nomination papers for the upcoming Baringo senatorial by-election. Moi, who was scheduled to appear between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., was a no-show —Continue Reading
Mombasa, Kenya – August 5, 2025 Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested Shedrack Omondi Okindo, alias Hon. Mosquito, over a viral TikTok video containing seditious content, threats of violence, and incitement against the state. The video, posted on August 1, 2025, triggered widespread public alarm afterContinue Reading
Party Chair Mbarire, CS Ruku Lead Charge for Transparent and People-Centered Campaign Naivasha, Sunday, July 27, 2025 — The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to democratic leadership, fair nominations, and grassroots development during a strategic retreat for Mbeere North parliamentary aspirants held over the weekend in Naivasha,Continue Reading
Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) was virtually sealed off on Monday morning as police moved to shut down major roads ahead of the highly anticipated Saba Saba protests. By 6 a.m., sections of Thika Road were already barricaded, leaving hundreds of commuters and businesspeople stranded. The closure caused major delaysContinue Reading
Outspoken Mumias East MP Peter Salasya, a 2027 presidential hopeful, has issued a passionate appeal to a police officer linked to the tragic death of blogger Albert Ojwang, urging him to speak the truth in court and resist scapegoating. Read: Murdered For a tweet? Ojwang’s Death Ignites Protests in CBDContinue Reading
Gachagua’s Exit Draws Sharp Rebuke From UDA The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has officially acknowledged the resignation of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from the party—but with a scathing dismissal of his leadership and legacy. In a blunt letter signed by UDA Secretary General Senator Hassan Omar Hassan, the partyContinue Reading
State House, Nairobi – May 6, 2025 — President William Ruto has officially received the highly anticipated report from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Selection Panel, marking a critical step toward reconstituting the nation’s electoral body ahead of future polls. “This morning, I received the report on theContinue Reading
Nairobi, May 2, 2025 — The National Treasury has unveiled the Finance Bill 2025, a sweeping set of proposals that signal a major shift in Kenya’s tax and regulatory landscape. Tabled as part of the government’s effort to boost revenue collection and streamline fiscal operations, the bill has already triggeredContinue Reading