Uhuru who is enjoying his retirement has emerged as a kingmaker whose actions have ripple effects in the political ecosystem with 2027 presidential hopefuls eyeing his endorsement and keen on being part of a coalition of alliance that has his backing.
Recent demands by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party that it will accept nothing short of the Deputy President (if not the top seat) only complicate what is already proving to be a difficult decision for a president whose former deputy has made it his personal mission to make him a serve one term.
Politicians visiting Odinga’s graveside are courting the Luo community by combining cultural respect, cross-ethnic solidarity gestures, and political messaging in a way that acknowledges both the community and the Odinga legacy.
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has told Jubilee Party supporters to stop using his party to hurl insults at other leaders, warning that indiscipline and online abuse will not be tolerated.
When Kithure Kindiki succeeded Rigathi Gachagua as Ruto’s deputy a year ago, this big leap came with more responsibilities, an elevated profile and a boss who was eager to have the support that he never had from the previous holder of the office.
Gachagua delivered a politically-charged address in which he warned of imminent threat that called for unity, caution and vigilance while also explaining his decision to shun public engagements and refrain from making political statements
Running for president in some African nations carries unique risks. From Tundu Lissu's current detention in Tanzania to a remarkable election in Senegal, here is a look at prominent candidates who faced jail time as their countries took to the polls.
In Kenya’s political history, every victory at the ballot box has carried a hidden test on whether the party that won can survive the weight of governing.
President Ruto has responded to fierce criticism over his decision to sign eight controversial laws on the day of Raila Odinga's death, as details of the new acts emerge.
Following the end of mourning for Raila Odinga, his son, Raila Junior, has been formally installed as the head of the home in a ceremony steeped in deep cultural significance.
Weeks after she went to court to demand the government produce her detained husband, Raila Odinga, a letter landed on Ida Odinga's desk at Kenya High School. It ended her career and made her family homeless. The official reason? 'Public interest'. The unspoken reason? Being Raila's wife.
Raila Odinga is known by many names: Baba, Agwambo, Tinga, The Enigma. But these are more than just nicknames; they are a living history of his political journey. We break down what each name truly means and the stories behind how he earned them.
Conceived at State House and birthed in Kabarak, the deal is a landmark political development that came after months of intense discussions, concessions and consensus.
The last few days have seen the Orange democratic Movement (ODM) party leader miss key events where his presence was largely expected with the rumour-mills going on an overdrive.
This approach is making Gachagua uneasy and was the subject of his speech on Friday in which the former Deputy President fired several salvos at Matiang’i who has ben making silent yet strategic moves to support his candidature.
Moses Kuria initially predicted that the 2027 presidential election will mirror Kibaki's 2002 victory but has since changed his mind with a new prediction
Cash, politics & deals and the elaborate process that ensures not everyone makes it to Ruto’s events at State House with screening to avoid “embarrassing” the president and the government
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