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 Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has emphasized the need for Kenya and Geneva to transition from aid dependency to fostering trade and investment. He stressed that Kenya must implement immediate, radical, and strategic policy shifts to generate sufficient resources for funding critical programs. According to Mudavadi, the era of relying on aid is over, and both Kenya and Africa must urgently explore sustainable alternatives to support their economies. “The shifting global dynamics and geopolitical landscape clearly indicate that we must work toward self-reliance,” he stated. “Other countries are making strategic moves—we must act now.” Speaking at the conclusion of his official visit to Geneva, Mudavadi, who also serves as the Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Cabinet Secretary, highlighted Kenya’s strategic position as a regional economic and financial hub, which gives it an advantage in pursuing economic self-sufficiency. He urged Parliament, county governments, and the e...

 The Registrar of Political Parties has announced that at least five parties exited the Azimio la Umoja Coalition following the 2022 general elections. An updated list of registered political parties and their coalition affiliations shows that these parties left between February 2023 and December 2024. The parties include the People’s Liberation Party (formerly Narc Kenya), Maendeleo Chap Chap (MCC), United Democratic Movement (UDM), Devolution Empowerment Party, and Pamoja African Alliance (PAA). This update follows a High Court directive requiring the public disclosure of political party affiliations after a petition was filed by concerned citizens. The announcement comes shortly after confusion arose due to a court ruling that affirmed Azimio la Umoja as the majority coalition in Parliament. A three-judge bench—comprising Justices John Chigiti, Jairus Ngaah, and Lawrence Mugambi—declared that Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Alliance is the legitimate majority alliance in the Nation...

 Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has warned that the ongoing divisions within the opposition could secure President William Ruto a second term if left unaddressed. Speaking on NTV, Kioni highlighted the existence of two rival factions within both the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the main opposition party, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). He explained that while one faction of UDA remains loyal to the government, the other aligns with impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Similarly, ODM is split between a faction that opposes Ruto’s administration and another that is open to working with him in the 2027 elections. “As things stand, there are two distinct groups within ODM—ODM A and ODM B. The latter has decided to support the current regime in 2027, while the former is firmly against it. The same applies to UDA, where one faction backs the government (UDA A) while the other (UDA B) supports Gachagua. This dynamic has created a situation where some o...

 Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson Wafula Chebukati has passed away, his family has confirmed. His death follows reports from The Star last week that he was critically ill. Chebukati had been receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital for nearly a week before he passed away at 11 p.m. on Thursday at the age of 64. He had been admitted to the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit, though details of his illness remain private. Chebukati served as the IEBC chairperson for six years, completing his term in January 2023. During his tenure, he oversaw three Kenyan elections: the 2017 General Election, the October 2017 repeat presidential election, and the 2022 General Election. A lawyer with 37 years of experience, Chebukati ran his own law firm for two decades before founding the Nairobi-based law firm Cootow & Associates Advocates in 2006. He resigned from the firm on January 17, 2017, ahead of his appointment as IEBC chairperson. His legal exper...

 Martha Karua is set to officially launch her newly rebranded People’s Liberation Party (PLP) on February 28 as part of her 2027 political strategy. The party, formerly known as Narc Kenya, has undergone a transformation to align with her vision for the future. The PLP launch is expected to attract key opposition figures, including former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka. Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalwa, along with several other politicians and women leaders, is also expected to attend. Wamalwa, confirming his presence at the event, hinted at a significant political announcement during the launch. Speaking after a meeting with Kalonzo and Gachagua in Nairobi, he stated that discussions about their 2027 election plans are ongoing. Karua, Gachagua, Kalonzo, and Wamalwa have been working towards forming a political alliance to challenge President William Ruto in 2027. Karua and Gachagua, in particular, have met ...

The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecasted sunny, dry, and hot conditions across most parts of the country. However, occasional light rainfall may occur in isolated areas around Mount Kenya, the Coastal region, the Lake Victoria Basin, and the Southeastern Lowlands near the coast. In the forecast covering Tuesday, February 18, to Monday, February 24, the department indicated that daytime temperatures exceeding 30°C will be experienced in many regions. Central Kenya, the Central and South Rift Valley, the Southeastern Lowlands, and the Lake Victoria Basin are exceptions, with temperatures expected to remain below 30°C. Nighttime temperatures below 10°C are anticipated in some areas of the Highlands east of the Rift Valley, the Central and South Rift Valley, and around Mount Kilimanjaro. Additionally, strong southeasterly winds exceeding 25 knots (12.9 m/s) are expected over parts of Northeastern and Northwestern Kenya. In the Lake Victoria Basin, the Central and South Rift Valle...

 Baringo Senator William Cheptumo passed away on Sunday while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital. He was 58 years old. According to his family, Cheptumo had been unwell for some time. Though he was discharged from the hospital last week, his condition worsened, leading to his readmission and subsequent demise. Born in 1967, Cheptumo served as the Member of Parliament for Baringo North Constituency for 14 years, from 2008 to 2022. He was elected to the Senate in the 2022 general election on a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket, defeating incumbent Gideon Moi. Cheptumo secured 141,777 votes against Gideon’s 71,408. Cheptumo held a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Nairobi (1988–1991) and a postgraduate diploma in law from the Kenya School of Law. He completed his primary and secondary education at Maregut Primary School, Bartolimo Secondary School, and Kabarnet High School between 1975 and 1987. Before entering politics, Cheptumo built a successful legal ca...

 Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has endorsed Raila Odinga as the most suitable candidate for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship. Gachagua praised Raila’s broad worldview and commitment to the African cause, asserting that these qualities make him the ideal leader to steer the continent into the future. "Kenya's finest, Raila Odinga, is undoubtedly the best bet for the African Union Commission chairmanship. Africa deserves the best," he said. He highlighted Raila’s ability to bridge linguistic and cultural divides, particularly between Anglophone and Francophone nations—an essential factor for fostering unity across the continent. "As a continent, we need a Raila Odinga character to gel the Anglophone and the Francophone selves toward the continent of the future," Gachagua added. The distinction between Anglophone and Francophone identities reflects how language shapes political perspectives, governance, and even conflicts in multiling...

 Suba North MP and National Assembly Minority Whip Millie Odhiambo has emphasized that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is not part of the government, despite some of its members working with it. Speaking during an interview with NTV on Wednesday, Odhiambo clarified that while ODM may be cooperating with the government, it has no formal coalition agreement with President William Ruto’s administration. “It is a legal fact that ODM is not part of the government. We may be cooperating, but we are not in the government,” she stated. She dismissed claims that ODM is part of the broad-based government, reiterating that the party remains in the opposition. “When people say ODM is in the broad-based government, I say no. We are working with the government, but we are not legally in government. We have no coalition agreement with them. That is the reality,” she affirmed. When the panel likened the situation to a "potato, potahto" scenario—suggesting that the distinction was m...

 Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has described the upcoming Magarini parliamentary by-election as a crucial test run for his 2027 political ambitions. Speaking on Sunday during the launch of a Wiper office in the constituency, the former Vice President announced that his party had selected Samuel Nzai as its candidate for the by-election, which will take place once the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is reconstituted. Nzai previously vied for the seat in the 2022 elections under the Narc Kenya ticket but lost to ODM’s Harrison Kombe. However, the Supreme Court upheld a High Court ruling that nullified Kombe’s election. Kalonzo emphasized that the by-election would serve as an opportunity to assess his political influence in the region as he gears up for the 2027 elections. “Wiper will field a candidate here. This will be a way to measure our strength,” he stated. President William Ruto’s UDA and Raila Odinga’s ODM are also expected to field candidates...

 President William Ruto has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of veteran journalist Leonard Mambo Mbotela. In his condolence message, Ruto acknowledged the nation's heartbreak over Mbotela’s demise, describing him as a talented and influential broadcaster whose commentaries were exceptional. The President highlighted Mbotela’s significant contribution to the growth of radio broadcasting in the country, noting that his legacy would endure. He also offered prayers for comfort and strength to the journalist’s family during this difficult time. “We are deeply saddened by the passing of veteran broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela. His captivating voice and first-class football commentaries, along with his iconic programme Je Huu Ni Ungwana? , made a lasting impact on our airwaves. Mbotela will be fondly remembered for his mentorship of young broadcasters and his invaluable role in shaping the media industry. “Our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and the media fraternity ...

  The ODM party has defended its Secretary General, Edwin Sifuna, following his criticism of certain party members who support the broad-based government. In recent days, Sifuna has publicly called out some ODM leaders, accusing them of straying from the party's core mission of advocating for Kenyans. He lamented that some members had forgotten ODM’s roots and ideals, with some expressing fatigue over being in the opposition. "There are people in my party, ODM, who have forgotten where we came from. They have forgotten what the ODM party stands for. Some are saying they are tired of fighting for Kenyans and were not born to stay in opposition," Sifuna said on January 26. The Nairobi senator insisted he would not remain silent when things go wrong and urged those unwilling to stand by the party’s principles to leave. His remarks sparked criticism from allies of President William Ruto, with some suggesting that he should exit ODM if he no longer aligned with its current ...

 Five suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of Molo-based activist Richard Haga Otieno. Otieno was killed near the gate of his residential apartment in Elburgon Town on January 18, 2025, just 200 meters from the Elburgon police station. Due to rising tensions, police relocated his body to Kericho Town, where an autopsy was conducted. Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations’ (DCI) Homicide Unit, along with officers from the Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau (CRIB), joined the investigation. Authorities confirmed the arrest of five suspects, who are set to appear in Nakuru Court on Monday, February 3, for miscellaneous applications to allow their continued detention for further investigation. Among the suspects are two bodaboda riders accused of transporting the alleged killers to and from the crime scene. One of the suspects is believed to be among the three individuals directly involved in the murder, and forensic evidence placed all t...