Latest politics stories from across Kenya.
Former Constitution of Kenya Implementation Commission (CIC) chairman a Charles Nyachae endorsed lawyer and governance expert Okeng’o Nyambane for the Nyaribari Chache parliamentary seat. The endorsement made during a burial ceremony in…
The ruling United Democratic Alliance has intensified its political offensive against former President Uhuru Kenyatta through a blistering 12-page open letter accusing him of bitterness, economic sabotage and undermining President William…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has defended the government’s development record, saying next year’s General Election will be decided on performance and service delivery rather than political rhetoric. Speaking during the launch of the…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed allegations that the government is planning to rig next year’s General Election, insisting the Kenya Kwanza administration will seek re-election on the strength of its development agenda and…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, on Monday, cautioned politicians against making reckless claims about election rigging, saying such remarks threaten the country’s democratic space and could undermine public confidence in the electoral…
UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar issued an apology and clarification over remarks he said were misinterpreted and taken out of context, insisting he did not intend to demean or target any community. In a statement dated May 24, 2026, Omar…
Governor Simba Arati on Wednesday intensified his political attacks against former Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu, accusing him of corruption and questioning his suitability to lead Kisii County in remarks that further…
The Head of Presidential Special Projects and Creative Economy Coordination, Dennis Itumbi, hit back at DCP Leader Rigathi Gachagua, who had questioned his presence during recent negotiations surrounding the fuel crisis. Itumbi fired back…
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Friday he had a “good” phone call with President Donald Trump and fully backed the U.S. position on Iran, just days after Trump publicly ripped him as “totally ineffective” and told him to stop…
United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate David Kipsang Keter was declared the winner of the Emurua Dikirr Constituency by-election held on Thursday, according to official results released by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries…
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has emerged as a fast-rising political figure ahead of the 2027 General Election, with a new survey indicating growing electoral popularity and increasing recognition as a key Luhya political leader. Sifuna’s…
A new national survey has revealed no clear favourite opposition ticket for the 2027 General Election, although a pairing involving Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i appears to hold a slight…
A new national survey has revealed no clear consensus among Kenyans on who stands the best chance of unseating President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, with several Opposition figures emerging as nearly equal contenders.…
A majority of Kenyans backing President William Ruto’s re-election bid prefer Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as his running mate in the 2027 General Election, a new survey has revealed. According to the latest national survey released on…
President William Ruto remains the most popular potential presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 General Election, but a new survey suggests the Opposition still has significant room to mount a serious challenge. According to the latest…
A new national survey has revealed deepening divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), with nearly three-quarters of the party’s supporters backing the so-called “Linda Mwananchi” faction associated with Nairobi Senator Edwin…
A new national survey has revealed shifting political loyalties ahead of the 2027 General Election, with support for both the ruling party and the main opposition declining as the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) gains momentum.…
President William Ruto has emerged as the top candidate in the presidential race, according to the preferred 2027 presidential election winners’ poll by Taifa Research. Among the top seven prominent presidential candidates, Ruto was in the…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has addressed the recent xenophobic violent protests and criminal acts targeting foreign nationals in South Africa. Cyril has condemned the attacks, emphasizing that the violent attacks do not…
Kisumu Woman Ruth Odinga launched a strong defense of the Odinga family legacy following remarks by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi that she described as a personal attack and an attempt to devalue the sacrifices made by the family…
A new opinion poll has placed President William Ruto ahead of his rivals in a hypothetical presidential contest but shows that no candidate would secure the 50 percent plus one vote needed to win outright. The survey, conducted by Stats…
Five top Cabinet Secretaries (CSs) in President William Ruto’s Cabinet have expressed their interest in the 2027 gubernatorial races. The CSs have positioned themselves to vie for the governor seats across Nakuru, Narok, Murang’a, Nairobi,…
Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa has challenged President William Ruto to broaden his public apologies, arguing that the Head of State owes the same level of accountability to the Kenyan people as he does to his own family. Speaking at a…
Embakasi North MP James Mwangi Gakuya is threatening to sue National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah for alleged defamation. In a formal demand letter dated April 28, 2026, Gakuya asserts that Ichung’wah made false and malicious…
