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Politics

Kenya, Africa and the world — a week and younger.

Ruto takes development tour to Gusii region

Ruto's allies in Gusii have been busy laying the groundwork for his coming with a series of public meetings characterised by handouts and political persuasion.

The Standard·1h ago

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Mudavadi reveals ODM’s game plan in Ruto govt amid Western Kenya tensions

People Daily·1h ago

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ODM-UDA team begins fine-tuning joint manifesto ahead of 2027 elections

The team met ODM deputy party leader Abdulswamad Nassir as they raced against time to fine-tune the document ahead of the 2027 General election, which is 10 months away.

The Standard·2h ago

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Kihika to Gachagua: Nakuru is not Mt Kenya, our mountain is Menengai

People Daily·5h ago

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2. Youth-Led Global Wave Will Overhaul Kenya’s Political System, Says Kabando

Signs Tv·6h ago

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Bahati's Story: From A Children's Home To A Ward-Winning Millionaire Artist And Politics

The Kenya Times·6h ago

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How Martha Karua, Matiang'i and Nyoro could split Opposition's vote in 2027

Fred Matiangi is estimated to have the potential to marshal more than 1.2 million votes, while Nyoro and Karua could each bring in their support.

The Standard·7h ago

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Luo elders: Why we refused to meet Kalonzo

Daily Nation·11h ago

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Kisumu Woman Rep aspirant recounts near-death experience at funeral amid rising political violence

Daily Nation·11h ago

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Jubilee accuses UDA of stealing its slogan as 2027 election battle lines sharpen

The Mt Kenya Times·12h ago

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Independence without liberation: Are Kenyans free?

The Mt Kenya Times·16h ago

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Ole Lenku unveils FEDA Party, vows to fight for Maa political autonomy

Lenku's unveiling of FEDA now provides an alternative political vehicle through which he intends to organise Maa leaders and other communities around a common political agenda.

The Standard·20h ago

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Religious leaders call for peace, responsible politics ahead of 2027 polls

Kenya News Agency·1d ago

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Eddy Oketch: Live poll results key to building public trust

We must establish how polling station livestreaming will work, how information will be authenticated, how results will be preserved and how discrepancies will be resolved

The Standard·1d ago

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Havi Suggests 2 Mt Kenya Politicians to Deputize Sifuna in 2027

Nairobi Leo·1d ago

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Rironi-Mau Summit Road fodder for 2027 Politics

Daily Nation·1d ago

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Gachagua's challenge as rivals defy his Mt Kenya dominance

The battle for political influence in Mt Kenya is increasingly becoming a test of whether the opposition can unite behind a common cause or competing ambitions will weaken their 2027 bid.

The Standard·1d ago

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Kalonzo denies opposition division claims, says leaders working as one team

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has dismissed claims of divisions within the opposition, insisting that the leaders are united and strategising to cover different parts of the country simultaneously.

The Standard·1d ago

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The Mt Kenya ticket dilemma as Gachagua faces fresh resistance

Daily Nation·1d ago

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Kalonzo marches through Raila country, stones and all

The Mt Kenya Times·1d ago

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Kalonzo storms Raila’s heartland under stones and teargas — and dares Ruto to stop him

The Mt Kenya Times·1d ago

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Orengo, Matiang'i named co-chairs of Ukombozi Alliance Council

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed Orengo and Matiangi as co-chairs of the Ukombozi Alliance Council, in renewed efforts to consolidate the opposition ahead of the elections.

The Standard·1d ago

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When voters speak, politicians must listen: Lessons for Kenya in US midterm elections

The Standard·1d ago

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Winners and losers as political defections shake UDA, ODM and Jubilee

Kenyas political landscape is undergoing a fresh realignment as a wave of defections sweeps through established political parties.

The Standard·1d ago

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Mwangaza ready to drop gubernatorial bid for running mate post in 2027 presidential race

Mwangaza's selection as Sifuna's deputy has bolstered her political standing at the county and national levels, and given her a boost as she plots a comeback.

The Standard·2d ago

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Ibrahim Index: Nigeria’s lost decade of governance as South Africa slides and Kenya advances

The Africa Report·2d ago

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