Uhuru Park Stories

Kenyan Muslims plant 10,000 trees at Uhuru Park in solidarity with Palestine
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 02, 2025

UNICEF reports that at least 61,000 children have been killed or maimed in Gaza during this period — an average of one child affected every 17 minutes...

These are the realities of life! Uhuru opens up on his health struggles
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2025

Uhuru Kenyatta described how the late Frank Ireri had been a pillar of support over the past year, particularly in moments of difficulty and uncertain...

Jubilee appoints Matiang'i as deputy party leader​​ and 2027 presidential flagbearer
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 30, 2025

Jubilee secretary general Jeremiah Kioni, while addressing the media, said the party had officially received and endorsed Matiang’i’s request to run f...

Emotional moment as Uhuru makes private visit to Raila Odinga’s grave in Bondo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 20, 2025

The former president made a private visit to Raila’s Bondo home, bowing his head in silent prayer beside the fresh grave of his longtime ally and frie...

We shall miss your wisdom and laughter- Uhuru says in his final goodbye to Raila
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 19, 2025

He repeatedly honoured Raila, affectionately calling him “Jakom,” and acknowledged the former prime minister’s insights, thoughtfulness and leadership...

Matiang’i: Raila’s 'swearing-in' at Uhuru Park was my toughest test at Interior docket
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 17, 2025

The ceremony, which took place months after the disputed August 2017 presidential elections, was attended by thousands of supporters and served as a s...

Uhuru Kenyatta remembers Raila in touching tribute
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 17, 2025

Uhuru recounted how he and Raila often spent quiet evenings discussing the country’s challenges and imagining the conversations of Kenya’s founding fa...

President Ruto responds to Uhuru, defends Linda Jamii as maternal health upgrade
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 30, 2025

President William Ruto described Linda Jamii as an evolution of Linda Mama, designed to include prenatal, delivery, postnatal care, and support for no...

Uhuru Kenyatta warns Kenya’s progress is stalling amid policy shifts on key programmes
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 26, 2025

Through his address, Uhuru Kenyatta painted a picture of a country whose development gains are under threat, urging political focus, accountability, a...

Uhuru Kenyatta breaks silence on post-election turmoil, threats
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 26, 2025

Uhuru Kenyatta revealed that in the aftermath of the elections, he, his family, and political allies were subjected to threats from unnamed sources.

Kenyans unite against Gaza genocide, call for Israel boycott at Uhuru Park protest
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Sep 21, 2025

The event brought together Islamic scholars, political leaders, imams from across the country, civil society leaders, and members of the public, all e...

Matiang’i: My campaign runs on funds from friends and Kenyans, not illicit wealth
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 18, 2025

The former CS explained that contributions come from friends, former classmates, and well-wishers who pool resources to keep his movement alive.

Jubilee Party to back opposition candidate in Mbeere North mini-poll
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 12, 2025

Her remarks came just a day after the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) withdrew from the Mbeere North by-election and endorsed the Democratic Party...

M-Pesa Foundation backs ambitious restoration of Nairobi’s 63-hectare City Park
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 09, 2025

A five-year roadmap crafted by the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and the City Park Community Forest Association (CFA) will steer the project, ensuring th...

Raphael Tuju resigns from Uhuru-led Jubilee Party
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 20, 2025

Tuju, who has been out of the country for six weeks, acknowledged that he is not fully aware of recent developments within Jubilee

Uhuru sets date for special Jubilee delegates meeting
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

In a formal notice dated August 5, Uhuru issued a 21-day notice in accordance with the party's constitution, inviting delegates to the meeting set to...

Uhuru Kenyatta chairs first NEC meeting since regaining control of Jubilee
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 05, 2025

The party’s strategist, Pauline Njoroge, said the NEC meeting marks a significant step in reaffirming the Jubilee Party’s ideals, strategic direction,...

MPs push to review controversial tax exemption granted to Kenyatta and Moi estates
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 30, 2025

The petition, filed by public interest advocate John Wangai, targets Section 7(3) of the Estate Duty Act (Cap 483), which explicitly states that inher...

25,000 recruited for Kenya’s Climate Worx urban revival drive
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 26, 2025

The Climate Worx Program delivers outcomes across environmental, economic, and social fronts. Environmentally, it supports the revival of damaged ecos...

Raila blames Gen Z protests on Ruto government’s failure to implement NADCO report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 20, 2025

Odinga recalled that in 2023, Azimio la Umoja held protests over the 2022 general election results, the rising cost of living, and widespread corrupti...

Ruto: Iconic Jacaranda Grounds to be transformed into stadium by September
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 17, 2025

President William Ruto announced on Thursday during an inspection of ongoing works on the Savannah–Stage 17 Bridge Road in Soweto. He said the project...

Miguna: Fred Matiang’i unfit to lead after orchestrating my 2018 torture, deportation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 13, 2025

Miguna says the former CS cannot be entrusted with leadership, having presided over what he terms as gross abuse of office during his time in governme...

President William Ruto reinstates Charles Nyachae to Kenya School of Government post
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 12, 2025

Charles Nyachae has been re-appointed as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Kenya School of Government Council, a role he previously held.

Oil tanker overturns on Southern Bypass, section temporarily closed
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 05, 2025

KeNHA said the closure was necessary to allow emergency crews to respond to the accident and clear the resulting oil spillage from the road.

CJ Koome appoints bench to hear Sh4.6 trillion case against ex-President Uhuru Kenyatta
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 05, 2025

The petition seeks to hold President Uhuru and key officials in his administration legally liable for the Sh4.6 trillion debt accumulated between the...

Nairobi Expressway, Waiyaki Way among major roads to close from Saturday for city marathon
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 04, 2025

With over 15,000 runners expected to participate, traffic disruptions will begin at 10 pm on Saturday, July 5, and continue until 2 pm on Sunday.

Fred Matiang’i denies being Uhuru Kenyatta’s project, confirms 2027 bid to ‘fix Kenya’
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 01, 2025

Matiang’i said his previous Cabinet appointment during Uhuru Kenyatta's reign should not be mistaken for political puppetry.

DRC at 65: Tshisekedi calls for peace on independence day as M23 asserts control in Goma
Mwangi Maina  |  Jul 01, 2025

While Kinshasa projected diplomacy, Goma staged defiance. M23's Corneille Nangaa and the Alliance Fleuve Congo/M23 marked the day by planting a symbol...

Uhuru Kenyatta retained as Jubilee Party leader in fresh leadership shake-up
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 30, 2025

The Civil Division of the Milimani High Court allowed a consent filed by the party’s legal team and key respondents, effectively nullifying the IDRC d...

Uhuru reclaims command of Jubilee Party after court-backed purge
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 27, 2025

The changes, announced by Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni, come after a long legal and political standoff and reflect a strategic shift as the former...

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