Tag: Kenyan politics
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Can’t Rise to Occasion: Oburu Oginga and ODM at a Crossroads
Introduction: The Subtext of a Fragile Leadership Oburu Oginga, the veteran figure steering the opposition party ODM, finds himself navigating a political landscape where internal coherence is as fragile as ever. While publicly pursuing a strategic deal with President William Ruto, critics argue that Oburu’s inconsistent signals and fluctuating stance may be feeding an undercurrent…
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From Mystic Jomo to Humble Moi and Selfless Kibaki: Ex-Spy Narrates Life with Former Presidents
A life in service and beyond In a candid account that spans decades of Kenyan politics and public service, Esau Mwangi—once a spy who moved in the shadows—recounts his encounters with the country’s most influential leaders. From the era of founding president Jomo Kenyatta to the administrations of Daniel arap Moi and Mwai Kibaki, Mwangi…
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Kenya Newspapers Review: Junet Mohamed Reveals Raila Odinga Planned to Vie for Presidency in 2027
Kenya Newspapers Review: A Quiet Realignment Ahead of 2027 Kenyan newspapers publish a window into the country’s evolving political landscape, where long-standing alliances are being recalibrated and new strategies discussed behind closed doors. A key theme across Saturday’s papers is the assertion that Raila Odinga’s 2027 presidential bid is being actively positioned by a coalition…
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Kenya’s 2027 Countdown: Junet Mohamed Drops Hint on Raila Odinga’s Presidential Plans
Kenya’s Political Realignment Begins to Take Shape As Kenya heads toward the 2027 General Election, newspapers published on Saturday, January 17, illuminating a country quietly reconfiguring its political map. The central theme? strategic alliances forming behind the scenes as leaders position themselves for a protracted battle for the presidency. At the heart of the coverage…
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ODM Launches Linda Ground County Tours Ahead of 2026 Elections
ODMs Linda Ground Initiative Begins Saturday The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced the launch of its ambitious “Linda Ground” county tours, scheduled to begin on Saturday, January 17, 2026. The initiative aims to bring the party closer to voters, listen to local concerns, and outline policy priorities ahead of the 2026 elections. Purpose and…
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Ruto Allies Wary as UDA-ODM Pact Shakes 2027 Plans
Ruto allies feel the heat as a UDA-ODM pact gains momentum In Kenya, the political landscape around President William Ruto is quietly shifting as the collaboration between the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) gains traction. The evolving relationship is not just a headline for party strategists; it is provoking…
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Isiolo South by-election: Jubilee endorses ex-MP’s daughter amid UDA endorsement of her brother
Background to the Isiolo South by-election The Isiolo South constituency is bracing for a high-stakes by-election following the passing of its former Member of Parliament, Mohamed Tubi. After a period of political maneuvering and realignment, the race has drawn two prominent family-linked candidates into a contested political arena that reflects broader dynamics within Kenya’s ruling…
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Isiolo South by-election: Jubilee endorses Bina Tubi amid UDA competition
Overview: A contested race in Isiolo South The Isiolo South by-election has quickly become a focal point in Kenya’s political landscape. Weeks after the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) announced its candidate, Bina Tubi’s brother, Tubi Mohamed Tubi, Jubilee Party has endorsed Bina Tubi, the daughter of the late Isiolo South MP Mohamed Tubi. The move…
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Isiolo South by-election: Jubilee backs Bina Tubi candidate
Overview: Jubilee endorses Bina Tubi in Isiolo South The Jubilee Party has formally endorsed Bina Tubi, the daughter of the late Isiolo South MP Mohamed Tubi, as its candidate for the upcoming by-election. The move comes just weeks after the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) indicated support for her brother, Tubi Mohamed Tubi, signaling a family-centered…
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ODM Crisis: Parallel Teams Meet After Ida Odinga Unity Calls
Rifts Resurface as Ida Odinga Calls for Unity The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is navigating a delicate path between reconciliation and factional maneuvering following a public appeal by Ida Odinga, the widow of party founder Raila Odinga, for a truce. A day after her appeal, sources confirm that a faction within ODM, led by the…