Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has detailed why he did not attend the state funeral of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at Nyayo National Stadium or the subsequent burial in Bondo, citing credible threats to his safety and potential risks to national cohesion. Speaking in an interview on…
A coalition of opposition groups in Zimbabwe says it will continue resisting a proposed constitutional amendment that could extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rule, despite mounting reports of intimidation and violence. The amendment, approved by cabinet last month, has sparked growing concern among civil society organisations and political activists, who warn…
The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) has issued a strong rebuke of Kenya’s political leadership, citing a surge in “verbal indiscipline” that it says is eroding public trust and diminishing the dignity of national leadership. KCCB chairman Maurice Muhatia Makumba warned that the tone and content of public discourse…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leadership aligned to the Linda Ground faction has rejected plans by a rival wing to convene a parallel National Delegates Convention (NDC), insisting that only one legitimate gathering will take place next Friday. Speaking to the press outside the party headquarters on Thursday, March 19,…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has cautioned opposition leaders against what he described as persistent attacks on the Presidency, saying respect for the office of the Head of State is a prerequisite for reciprocal political engagement. Speaking on Wednesday during an inspection of government-funded development projects in Chepalungu Constituency, Bomet County,…
Kenya’s race for the “House on the Hill” has taken a decidedly personal and at times comical turn as President William Ruto and his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, engage in public attacks targeting each other’s physical appearances. Traditionally, political campaigns have focused on policies, governance, and vision. However, the two…
Gladys Wanga, Governor of Homa Bay County, has nominated Roads and Public Works executive Danish Onyango as the county’s new deputy governor following the resignation of Oyugi Magwanga on February 26, 2026. The nomination marks a significant leadership shift in the county administration and comes alongside a broader Cabinet reshuffle…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) in Nairobi has officially endorsed Winnie Odinga as a delegate from Kibra, a move party officials say will position her to take a seat on the party’s National Executive Council (NEC). The endorsement came during a Nairobi ODM delegates’ meeting held at the JOOF and…
George Koimburi, Member of Parliament for Juja, has announced plans to table a motion seeking to allow lawmakers to debate in their mother tongues, arguing that such a move would enhance inclusivity and promote cultural pride within Parliament. Koimburi made the remarks following the release of 22 members of the…
Madagascar’s transitional leader Michael Randrianirina has appointed Mamitiana Rajaonarison, head of the country’s financial intelligence unit, as the new prime minister just days after dissolving the government. In a statement released on Sunday, the presidency announced that Rajaonarison would lead a newly formed cabinet following the unexpected dismissal of the…