Category: Politics

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has commended the recent meeting between President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta, hailing it as a step toward national unity and stability. In a statement shared on his official X account on Monday, December 9, 2024, Kindiki emphasized that the collaboration between the two leaders allows the country to […]

Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has dismissed social media critics of the government’s Taifa Care health scheme, calling them “fake people” who lack understanding of ordinary Kenyans’ struggles. Speaking during a church service at AIC Pioneer in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, Sudi urged Kenyans to ignore the backlash and register for the revamped public health insurance […]

Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has cautioned the government, urging the establishment of a properly financed Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) by February 2025 to prevent countrywide demonstrations. In a post shared on his X account on Friday, December 6, 2024, Amisi emphasized the importance of a fully operational IEBC to maintain Kenya’s democratic integrity. He warned that people would protest if the government did not respond quickly. “By February 2025 at the latest, we need to have a fully established, adequately funded IEBC; otherwise, citizens will initiate a nationwide protest.” We need to defend Kenya’s dominance as a stronghold of democracy in Africa. “Kenya requires a revival!” Amisi announced. The electoral commission has been functioning without a chairperson and commissioners after the large-scale resignation of the Cherera Four and the retirement of ex-Chair Wafula Chebukati, along with commissioners Boya Molu and Abdi Guliye. Amisi’s call arrives alongside increasing worries regarding the condition of Kenya’s electoral system, as there are just under three years remaining before the upcoming general election. Opposition and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka conveyed comparable worries during a regional conference regarding the application of AI, digital, and social media in Kenya’s elections, which took place on December 3, 2024. Kalonzo called on political leaders and stakeholders to make the reconstitution of the IEBC a priority, putting aside personal interests for the benefit of the country. He emphasized the importance of acting quickly to tackle the electoral body’s difficulties, cautioning that severe repercussions could follow if the matter is not addressed. “I encourage those obstructing the reformation of IEBC to consider the larger perspective.” Kalonzo remarked that they need to prioritize the broader benefit of the country over their limited self-interests. Opposition and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka also expressed similar concerns during a regional conference on the use of AI, digital, and social media in elections in Kenya held on December 3, 2024. Kalonzo urged political leaders and stakeholders to prioritize the reconstitution of the IEBC, setting […]

In a lighthearted but bold move, former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi playfully warned those poking fun at his distinctive ‘UFO eyes,’ threatening them with 21 days of detention. On Saturday, December 7, 2024, Havi posted on X (formerly Twitter), jokingly threatening anyone who uses his photo for memes or mocks his […]

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has initiated a campaign against leaders from the Mt Kenya region who supported his impeachment in Parliament in October. His initial strike targeted leaders from his home county, Nyeri, urging residents to back those who stood by him and to dismiss those who supported his removal. He praised Governor Mutahi Kahiga, Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia, and former Nyeri Town MP Ngunjiri Wambugu for their allegiance while encouraging voters to disregard those he considered disloyal. “In Nyeri, we completely back Governor Kahiga, Mukurwe-ini MP Kaguchia, and former Nyeri Town MP Ngunjiri Wambugu.” The others turned against us. When the moment arrives, you will handle them as you typically do. “Identify robust advocates for our community,” stated the former DP, emphasizing that the vote-rich area needs to politically align itself before the 2027 General Elections. The former DP disclosed that he was engaging with leaders, including religious figures, to determine the appropriate direction for the community. “Never again will we go to a wedding in another person’s vehicle,” he stated, hinting at the intention to create a political organization. Gachagua’s impeachment has sparked disagreements among legislators and citizens in Nyeri. Before the vote at the National Assembly, MPs Rahab Mukami (Woman Representative), Geoffrey Wandeto (Tetu), John Kaguchia (Mukurwe-ini), and Njoroge Wainaina (Kieni) informed residents that they would be against the motion. Conversely, the MPs who consistently supported the motion were Eric Wamumbi (Mathira), Maina Mathenge (Nyeri Town), and Wambugu Wainaina (Othaya). Recently, Maina Mathenge got a cold reception in Nyeri town where he was addressing matatu operators and traders, with persistent heckling from the crowd. A section of irate residents from Mathira constituency, Gachagua’s home constituency, recently launched an initiative to collect signatures with a view to ousting […]

Nicknamed NNN, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has etched her name in history as Namibia’s first female president, a groundbreaking milestone in the nation’s politics. At 72 years old, Nandi-Ndaitwah secured a decisive victory, earning over 57% of the vote against her closest rival, Panduleni Itula, who managed 26%, according to the electoral commission. However, her triumph has […]

Raila Odinga will join three other candidates on December 13, 2024, in a high-stakes televised debate for the prestigious position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). The Mjadala Afrika debate, hosted at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, will be a pivotal moment in the campaign for the AUC’s top leadership […]

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has supported the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (ODPP) regarding its choice to withdraw certain cases. While speaking at the launch of the ODPP Strategic Plan 2023-2027 on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, the Second in Command asserted that no organization or authority should meddle in their decisions related to […]

Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna has criticized Mining and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho for his recent threats to online critics of the government. During an interview, Sifuna expressed shock over Joho’s comments, calling them disrespectful to Kenyan citizens. He emphasized the need for leaders to engage the public with humility and […]

John Methu ignited discussion regarding the leadership change of the Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital (KUTRH) CEO. Karen Nyamu instructed the Nyandarua senator, reminding him of the temporary nature of the role. Methu humorously replied, alluding to Nyamu’s well-known dance abilities, causing fans to laugh. Nyamu responded in the comment section of the post, […]