Cleophas Malala Stories

Ruto warns politicians: Keep learners out of politics, focus on nurturing talent
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 17, 2025

His remarks come days after a dramatic protest by Butere Girls High School students during the national drama festivals in Nakuru.

Ogamba explains Butere Girls drama festival dispute, warns principals against involving non-teachers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 10, 2025

According to Ogamba, Malala was barred from training Butere Girls for the play since the rules of the Kenya National Drama and Film Festival (KNDFF) d...

Koome condemns violations of court orders in Butere Girls drama festival farce
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 10, 2025

Chief Justice expressed concern over the use of violence against students, emphasising that children are entitled to special protection under the Cons...

NPS condemns harassment of journalists at drama festivals Nakuru, vows disciplinary action
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 10, 2025

During the coverage, anti-riot police reportedly targeted the journalists by lobbing tear gas canisters directly at them.

Keep politics out of schools, Murkomen tells off Malala over Echoes of War play
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 10, 2025

Speaking during a visit to Lamu County on Thursday, Murkomen said that while students are free to question society and government, political figures s...

Echoes of War to be performed by top actors at public event- Malala
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 10, 2025

Malala praised the students of Butere Girls High School for boycotting the scheduled performance of Echoes of War, a move he described as heroic.

Update: 15 Butere Girls students reported missing following standoff at Nakuru drama festival found
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 10, 2025

Malala, who wrote the play, said he was arrested around midnight on Wednesday and taken to Eldama Ravine Police Station.

Gideon Moi: State’s attempt to ban Butere Girls play is suppressing freedom of expression
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 10, 2025

The play titled Echoes of War, written by former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala, has caused considerable controversy, with government authorities at...

Malala: Rigathi impeachment bid is the source of my woes
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 15, 2024

A visibly upset Malala attributed his woes to UDA Party Chairperson Cecily Mbarire and Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung'wa who he said have been hatching a plo...

Registrar of Political Parties approves Hassan Omar's appointment as UDA SG
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 06, 2024

Malala was accused of undermining the party's progress and the coalition government formed by President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga.

Setback for UDA as political parties tribunal halts party’s NEC meeting
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 02, 2024

On Friday morning, UDA announced the revocation of Malala's appointment as interim secretary-general.

UDA party sets 48-hour window for contesting grassroots election results
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 24, 2024

This ruling party is gearing up for grassroots elections set for April 26, 2024

UDA dispute committee upholds leadership changes at Nairobi Assembly
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 19, 2024

Two MCAs had challenged their removal from leadership positions within the UDA Party, alleging procedural irregularities and unfair treatment.

UDA defends appointment of KRA, Kenya Power bosses to oversee elections
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 04, 2024

UDA, through Malala, argued that nothing bars board members of government institutions from being officials of political parties.

Lirhembe Arsenal clinches the Cleo Malalah Super Cup in thrilling high-octane finale in Western Kenya
Paul Aginnah  |  Jan 01, 2024

Adding to the excitement of the evening were performances by the two songbirds, Bahati and his wife Diana. The two entertained the crowd with their su...

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