Tag: Kenyan politics
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ODM@20: How Aden Duale Credits ODM with Shaping His Political Path
ODM at 20: A Reflection on a Political Journey The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is celebrating two decades of influence in Kenya’s political landscape, a milestone that has brought out reflections from veterans and rising stars alike. Among the voices adding depth to the discourse is Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, who publicly credited ODM…
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By-Election Test for Ruto’s 2027 Bid as Opposition Plots Downfall
Overview: A Crucial Electoral Barometer The November 27 by-elections in Kenya’s political landscape are widely viewed as a critical litmus test for President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid. With the Mbeere North and Malava constituencies at the center of attention, political observers say the outcomes could offer early indicators of national mood, party organization, and…
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By-elections as a Litmus Test for Ruto’s 2027 Bid and Opposition Calculus
Introduction: A critical political milestone Kenyan politics is turning its attention to the November 27 by-elections in Mbeere North and Malava, viewed by many as a crucial test for President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid. With the opposition calibrating its approach and voters returning to the polls in two different regions, analysts say the results…
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Uhuru Kenyatta Warns Jubilee: No Insults Policy Ahead
Introduction: A Call for Respect Amid Reorganization Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged members of the Jubilee Party to uphold a culture of respect and discipline, even as the party undergoes a significant reorganization at the grassroots level. The warning comes as Jubilee seeks to redefine its identity and place within Kenya’s evolving political landscape,…
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Karua Visits Raila Odinga’s Grave to Carry Forward His Dream
Tribute at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi: Karua’s homage to a Kenyan statesman On a day marked by quiet reflection, Martha Karua, leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), paid a solemn visit to the final resting place of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The ceremony at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County, brought together mourners,…
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Uhuru backs Matiang’i as Jubilee backs 2027 presidency
Jubilee’s Endorsement Signals a Renewed Push for 2027 In a surprise move that has set the Kenyan political landscape buzzing, former president Uhuru Kenyatta lent his support to Fred Matiang’i’s bid for the presidency in the 2027 general election. The endorsement came as Jubilee Party officials convened to chart a path forward for the party…
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Matiang’i Jubilee 2027 Presidency Bid: Uhuru backs his Run
Jubilee’s Endorsement Signals a New Chapter in Kenya’s 2027 Race The political landscape in Kenya is once again shifting as Jubilee Party moves to back former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i in the race for the 2027 presidency. The endorsement comes from the party’s National Executive Committee, a sign that Matiang’i’s bid has moved beyond…
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Stampede at Raila Odinga’s Funeral Stadium Injures 18 in Nairobi
Overview of the Incident A stampede at a soccer stadium in Nairobi wounded 18 people during the state funeral service for Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Odinga, a revered political reformer who died this week in India at 80, had drawn thousands of mourners to the capital in the days following his death. The…
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Stampede at Raila Odinga Funeral in Kenya Injures 18
Massive turnout for a statesman’s farewell Kenya experienced a tragic turn of events as a stampede at a stadium during the state funeral for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga left at least 18 people injured. The incident occurred in Nairobi, the capital, where thousands had gathered to honor Odinga, a central figure in Kenya’s political…