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Court of Appeal to rule on DCJ Mwilu’s power to appoint judges in Gachagua case
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 09, 2025

Mwilu had empanelled Justices Eric Ogolla, Anthony Mrima and Fridah Mugambi to hear the case, which sought to determine the legality of Gachagua’s imp...

Mudavadi warns Mt Kenya might lose deputy president post in 2027 if they shift support from Ruto
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 05, 2025

Mudavadi, who represented President Ruto at the church event, said the Mt Kenya region has significantly benefitted from development and leadership op...

Gachagua accuses Ruto of waging proxy war against Uhuru, warns of retaliation
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 04, 2025

Gachagua claimed that Ruto was using Farouk Kibet and National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah to lead his onslaught against Kenyatta.

Political turncoats: Why Kenyan politicians only reveal the "truth" when out of power
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 28, 2025

Political analyst Kazungu Katana says that politicians must not be believed even if what they are revealing is true, because they are doing it for the...

Murkomen: Gachagua and Muturi not under investigation over secrets Act breach
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 26, 2025

Murkomen explained that enforcement of compliance to the Act is apolitical and does not target any individual, dismissing claims that Gachagua and Mut...

DCI boss warns Gachagua against politicising security matters after assassination claims
Amina Wako  |  Apr 19, 2025

Gachagua alleged that the surveillance of his movements and the withdrawal of his security were part of a larger “backward conspiracy” meant to expose...

Mudavadi denies Kenya’s involvement with Sudan’s RSF, calls allegations politically driven
Amina Wako  |  Apr 17, 2025

His remarks come in the wake of controversial allegations by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who linked President William Ruto to the RSF’s...

Kindiki says church and state are partners in nation building, not competitors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 16, 2025

Kindiki assured religious leaders that the government would continue to work hand-in-hand with the church in fighting crime and social evils, and reco...

Gachagua's claim about Ruto's interests in Sudan could jeopardise Kenya's reputation
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 09, 2025

Gachagua claimed that Ruto has been conducting gold trade with Hemedti so that the RSF leader can get money to buy firearms for the paramilitary force...

Government defends the sale of donated Russian fertiliser
Amina Wako  |  Apr 08, 2025

According to the government, the blending process made the fertiliser usable and ensured more farmers benefitted while promoting soil health sustainab...

Guns fired to disperse unruly youths at Gachagua’s church event in Kasarani
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 06, 2025

Several vehicles, including one belonging to Gachagua, had their windshields broken after being stoned during the standoff.

MP Wamuchomba: Gachagua must broaden his focus beyond the mountain
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

Wamuchomba stated that Gachagua’s behaviour while in office made it difficult for many MPs to stand by him.

Fired Health CS Nakhumicha nominated as Kenya’s UN envoy in mini-reshuffle after turbulent tenure
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 20, 2025

From failed prescriptions to diplomatic postings, Nakhumicha’s transition marks a new chapter after her abrupt removal from office.

Archbishop Sapit bans politicians from addressing congregants in Anglican churches
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 16, 2025

The ACK archbishop stated that political leaders would only be acknowledged but not allowed to speak inside the church.

DP Kithure Kindiki hails Ruto, Raila cooperation as good for the country
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 07, 2025

Ruto and Odinga officially signed the memorandum of understanding at KICC in Nairobi, outlining the areas of cooperation between their parties.

Gachagua: GEMA a force to reckon with in deciding Kenya’s next government
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Mar 02, 2025

Gachagua's remarks come amid growing speculation about his political future and recent overtures to opposition figures.

I'm not interested in political exchanges but development, Kindiki tells govt critics
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 28, 2025

Kindiki further called on leaders from Embu, Meru, and Tharaka Nithi to unite behind the government they voted for and to steer clear of those offerin...

Gachagua’s office had over 200 staff from one ethnic group - Auditor General
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 28, 2025

The report revealed that 46 per cent of employees in the office of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua—249 out of 542—were from one ethnic group,...

Karua, Gachagua unite Ruto critics ahead of 2027 presidential duel
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 27, 2025

The former Deputy President claimed the election of Ruto was the biggest fraud ever done to the people of Kenya since independence.

Over 40 cases challenging Gachagua’s impeachment suspended pending appeal
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 27, 2025

Gachagua had moved to the appellate court, contesting the authority of Justice Mwilu to appoint a three-judge bench to hear over 40 cases related to h...

Kindiki says he’ll inspect projects before launch to ensure work is completed
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 18, 2025

The DP also responded to criticism of the ongoing road project between Isiolo and Mandera counties, which some social media users have mocked.

Over Sh1 billion required to avert hunger crisis in arid regions -Agency
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 12, 2025

In a briefing to Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, the committee highlighted the worsening food situation and the expected impacts of the March-May lo...

Gachagua's allies unbothered by plans to remove them from House Committees
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 04, 2025

They include Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang'wa, who chairs the Roads and Transportation Committee and Murang'a Senator Joe Nyutu, who chairs the Educati...

Gachagua: President Ruto agreed to give Western region 30% share of government posts
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 04, 2025

The former DP disclosed that the deal, signed before the 2022 elections, was witnessed by current Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and UDA Secretary G...

Gachagua: I've no problem with DP Kindiki, I'm focused on my own things
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 04, 2025

His remarks come weeks after Deputy President Kindiki also addressed their relationship, insisting that nothing has changed between them.

Gachagua slams government for ‘inaction and insincerity’ over rising abductions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 04, 2025

Gachagua also questioned President Ruto's international stance on peace, particularly in the DR Congo, contrasting it with the situation at home.

President Ruto offered me Sh2 billion to resign as DP, Gachagua now claims
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 04, 2025

Gachagua dismissed fears over being barred from participating in future elections, asserting that he had no obligation to vie for any seat.

Registrar gazettes UDA's proposed ouster of Gachagua as deputy party leader, seeks public feedback
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 25, 2025

UDA members and the general public now have seven days, until January 30, 2025, to submit written objections or comments on the change, as outlined in...

Gachagua questions Sh104 billion SHA expenditure, faults 'rushed' move to replace NHIF
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 23, 2025

While criticising the SHA project, which has faced challenges since its rollout in October of last year, Gachagua described it as rushed and poorly im...

UDA issues a notice removing former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua as deputy party leader
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 23, 2025

Despite the NEC's decision, Gachagua's removal won't happen until the Registrar of Political Parties ratifies the resolution.

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