Meru Members of Parliament, together with other local leaders, held a large meeting this morning with residents of Igoji East Ward in Imenti South. The meeting was aimed at showing strong support for President William Ruto and his deputy, Professor Kithure Kindiki, as they prepare for their re-election bid in 2027. During the gathering, the…
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has continued to speak out strongly against the Social Health Authority (SHA), saying it has failed to deliver on President William Ruto’s promise of universal healthcare for all Kenyans. Sifuna said that when the government replaced the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) with the SHA, Kenyans were told that the new…
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’s President William Ruto was notably absent from the swearing-in ceremony of Tanzania’s President-elect Samia Suluhu Hassan, opting instead to send Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki as his representative. The event, which took place in Dodoma, drew dignitaries from across Africa, marking a significant moment in Tanzania’s political calendar. Diplomatic Representation While many regional leaders,…
Political analyst Peter Kaluma has expressed confidence in President William Ruto’s prospects for a second term, arguing that the upcoming 2027 general election may not pose significant challenges for the incumbent. Speaking on the current political landscape, Kaluma highlighted that the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga would have been Ruto’s most formidable rival. “I…
Kenyan gospel singer Justina Syokau has released a new song celebrating President William Ruto for granting the late opposition leader Raila Odinga a state burial. The song, titled “Rais Ruto Busu”, is a heartfelt tribute that praises the president for demonstrating unity and respect across political divides. A Song of Gratitude and Unity In the…
Huduma Kenya has clarified that the replacement of lost or damaged national identification cards is not yet free, despite an earlier announcement by President William Ruto. The agency stated that the fee waiver is yet to be officially implemented. Background Earlier in October, President Ruto announced that Kenyans would no longer be charged for obtaining…
President William Ruto has declared that all outpatient services for citizens registered under the Sustainable Health Agenda (SHA) will now be provided free of charge across Kenya. This applies to patients visiting county, private, or mission hospitals nationwide. In a recent address, President Ruto emphasized that individuals who are registered under SHA will not incur…
The United States Vice President, J.D. Vance, is expected to visit Kenya at the end of November 2025 in what is being seen as a major diplomatic engagement between Washington and Nairobi. The trip is part of his broader African tour, following his attendance at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in South Africa. Visit Overview Vance’s…
Visa-Free Access to Senegal: Ruto, Faye Sign Landmark Bilateral Agreements Kenya and Senegal have taken a major step toward strengthening their diplomatic and economic ties with the signing of several bilateral agreements, including a landmark deal granting visa-free access between the two countries. The agreements were signed during President William Ruto’s official visit to Dakar,…