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Kibabii University is in deep mourning following the sudden death of Professor Donald Namasaka Siamba, the institution's Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Administration, Finance, and Development.
A community dialogue aimed at fostering unity in the Lake Region turned tumultuous on Saturday, January 24, 2026, when Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo passionately confronted fellow Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders over alleged disrespect toward Winnie Odinga, daughter of the late party founder Raila Odinga.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has strongly condemned the violent disruption of a church service attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Othaya, Nyeri County, describing any form of violence—especially inside a place of worship—as completely unacceptable.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of deploying a "killer squad" to target him during a Sunday church service that turned chaotic in Othaya, Nyeri County.
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has strongly backed a recent High Court ruling and demanded the immediate refund of public funds paid to 21 presidential advisers whose positions were declared unconstitutional and nullified.
Moses Wetangula urges ODM to unite, citing Raila Odinga's forgiving nature. He warns internal conflicts could destroy the party. Wetangula also backs William Ruto's re-election, joining calls for regional support.
A purported explosive statement from Siaya Senator and ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga has gone viral on social media, intensifying speculation about a deepening rift within the Odinga political family and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).
A disturbing video shared on X by a user has gone viral, exposing the makeshift classroom at St. Peter’s Namasa Primary School in Bumula Constituency, Bungoma County.
The Jubilee Party, under the stewardship of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, has unveiled a significant reorganization of its National Executive Committee (NEC) following a meeting held on January 22, 2026.
In a strategic move aimed at consolidating political influence in Western Kenya, prominent Luhya leaders including COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, and Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya reportedly convened a high-level meeting on January 22, 2026.
In a major setback to the structure of President William Ruto’s administration, the High Court has ruled that the establishment of 21 advisory offices attached to the Presidency, along with the appointment of individuals to those positions, violated the Constitution of Kenya and public-service laws.
Ford Kenya, a key partner in the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition, has signaled its intent to strengthen its internal structures and bargaining power ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party announced preparations for nationwide grassroots elections scheduled for April 2026, while simultaneously gearing up to renegotiate its position within the coalition.
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has ignited fresh political buzz by appearing to position himself as a potential frontrunner for the presidency in 2032 under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).
In a development stirring speculation across Kenya's political and financial landscapes, President William Ruto met with Muhoho Kenyatta, the younger brother of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, at State House on Wednesday.
President William Ruto has approved a series of changes in Kenya's foreign service, reassigning former Budalangi MP and ex-Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba as the country's High Commissioner to Uganda.
"Truck Driver Found Dead Behind Wheel on Bungoma-Malaba Highway: Middle-aged man transporting clinker to Tororo, Uganda, dies under unclear circumstances, police investigating."
In a significant blow to President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA), the High Court has declared the merger between the Amani National Congress (ANC) and UDA as unlawful and unconstitutional.
The Shincheonji Church of Jesus has strongly condemned what it terms the government’s explicit targeting of a specific religious group warning that such actions amount to a grave violation of Article 20 of the Constitution of the Republic of Korea which guarantees freedom of religion and the separation of church and state
