Category: Politics
Ruto draws battle lines ahead of 2027 election, rules out politics of personalities
President William Ruto has declared that he is ready for the 2027 General Election, challenging his political opponents to a contest centred on ideas, development and the transformation of Kenya rather than personalities and political positions. Speaking while addressing residents of Kapsoit town in Kericho County on Friday, September 11, 2026, Ruto said the August…
Gachagua accuses Ruto of launching County projects during Bomet tour
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of taking credit for projects initiated by the Bomet County Government during his development tour of the region. In a statement on his X account on Thursday, September 10, 2026, Gachagua claimed Ruto’s visit to Bomet exposed the lack of new national government projects that…
Oburu Oginga steps back from ODM leadership duties, travels to UK for medical checkup
ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga has temporarily stepped back from the party’s day-to-day leadership duties as he travels to the United Kingdom (UK) for a routine medical checkup. Oburu said the decision was made following advice from his doctors and the ODM leadership, describing the move as a deliberate step to allow him to undergo…
ODM unveils October memorial programme for Raila Odinga
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has unveiled a month-long programme to commemorate the life and legacy of its founder, the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga. The party has designated October 2026 as “Mwezi wa Baba”, with a series of memorial activities planned across the country to honour Raila, one year after his death….
Babu Owino warns opposition against delaying 2027 flag bearer choice
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has urged Kenya’s opposition leaders to name their joint presidential flag bearer immediately, warning that delaying the decision until December 2026 could deepen divisions ahead of the 2027 General Election. Owino made the remarks on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, during a meeting with Linda Mwananchi aspirants in Nairobi to plan…
Isaac Rutto urges Bomet, Kericho residents to warmly welcome Ruto during 4-day tour
Former Bomet Governor Isaac Rutto has called on residents of Bomet and Kericho counties to turn out in large numbers and warmly welcome President William Ruto when he begins a four-day development tour of the South Rift region on Wednesday. Ruto is scheduled to tour Bomet and Kericho from Wednesday, September 9 to 12, 2026,…
Kalonzo to Ruto: Your days are numbered; Kenya will not wait for you to count them
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has warned President William Ruto that his administration’s time in power is running out, accusing the government of failing to honour Kenyans’ trust. Responding to messages of support, Kalonzo said Kenya needed leadership anchored in courage, clarity and an “unshakeable commitment” to the people. “To the Ruto regime, hear the…
Gachagua says he can deputise Sifuna in 2027 race
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has declared that he is willing to deputise Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna in the 2027 presidential election if an opposition alliance determines that Sifuna offers the best chance of defeating President William Ruto. Speaking during a community engagement with Kenyans in Spokane, Washington, on Sunday, August 6, 2026, Gachagua said…
Mudavadi cautions Sifuna over plans to build national political party
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has cast doubt on the ability of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and other emerging opposition leaders to establish a political outfit with a nationwide reach ahead of the 2027 General Election. Mudavadi argued that creating a party capable of competing effectively across Kenya requires extensive grassroots organisation, something he said…
Tata Chemicals Magadi shutdown: DCP accuses Ruto of targeting firm over mineral, oil interests
The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has accused President William Ruto’s administration of using regulatory measures to force the closure of Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited, alleging that the move is linked to business interests surrounding mineral and oil resources in the Magadi area. Addressing the media on Thursday, September 3, 2026, DCP secretary general,…