The by-election in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, was marred by violence on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Early in the morning, a 4×4 vehicle belonging to Eugene Wamalwa, leader of the Democratic Action Party Kenya (DAP-K), was set on fire in Manyonje, Butali Ward. Eyewitnesses said attackers arrived in a convoy of more than 10 vehicles,…
What began as a quiet voting day in Kanyuambora Ward exploded into chaos when furious residents reportedly chased away Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku from Kanyuambora Primary School. The by-election had already put the community on edge but the moment Ruku appeared at the polling centre, the atmosphere changed instantly. Witnesses say tension swept…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) celebrated a historic milestone as party members gathered in Mombasa for the ODM Founders’ Dinner to mark the party’s 20th anniversary. The highlight of the evening was a symbolic cake-cutting ceremony held in honour of the late Raila Amolo Odinga, the party’s founding leader and one of Kenya’s most influential…
Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has proposed changing the name of Uasin Gishu County to Eldoret County, saying the current name often confuses people, especially those who live outside the region. Governor Bii explained that most people, both Kenyans and foreigners, know the area by the name of its largest city, Eldoret. He believes that…
Tigania East Member of Parliament Mpuru Aburi has strongly criticized former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi over his recent “one term” statements targeting some Meru leaders. Speaking during a public meeting in Igoji East on Sunday morning, Mpuru told Linturi to stop making divisive remarks and instead explain what he achieved for the people of…
Kenya’s political scene is entering a new phase as opposition parties prepare to unite ahead of crucial by-elections. The coalition consisting of Wiper, KANU, Jubilee, and several smaller parties is planning to field joint candidates in a bid to challenge President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza Alliance and Raila Odinga’s ODM party. The move comes amid…
Kenya, Africa, and the wider world are in mourning following the death of Raila Amolo Odinga former Prime Minister, opposition titan, and one of Kenya’s most influential political figures. At age 80, Raila died while in India, reportedly from a cardiac arrest during a morning walk in Kochi. As news of his death spread, condolences…