Nathan Wasama's killing exposes the dark side of Mount Elgon constituency

The killing of Nathan Masai Wasama has triggered a political storm in Mt Elgon constituency, with rival politicians directly questioning the circumstances surrounding his death

By Prestone Murunga 2 days ago

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Ruto-ODM pact turns 2027 poll coalition deal amid questions

Kenya’s broad-based government is increasingly being shaped into a political vehicle for next year's General Election.

By Prestone Murunga 4 days ago

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Ruto Cabinet puts politics ahead of service delivery

When CSs spend more time defending political interests than explaining measurable results in their ministries, the distinction between governing and campaigning becomes dangerously blurred.

By Prestone Murunga 7 days ago

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Wantam wave tests Ruto regime political strength

Senior government officials and MPs are now finding themselves heckled, chased away or forced to cut short public meetings as frustrated citizens openly express their anger.

By Prestone Murunga 7 days ago

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Kalonzo rings changes as party gears up for polls

Kalonzo said Kamau's extensive experience in government and politics made him the right choice to steer the party's internal affairs.

By Prestone Murunga 7 days ago

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State House, billions and the campaign funding question

As Kenya edges closer to the 2027 General Election, State House has increasingly become a focal point—not only for government business but also for engagements

By Prestone Murunga 10 days ago

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Ruto's vision 2063 plan triggers sharp political divide

President William Ruto's special national address on Vision 2063, has sparked a heated political debate

By Prestone Murunga 14 days ago

Linda Mwananchi raises Sh3m in a day through small public donations

The latest collections add to a series of fundraising drives that have become a central feature of the movement's political mobilisation strategy.

By Prestone Murunga 14 days ago

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Confusion after Sifuna's paybill briefly goes offline following Ruto clash

Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi paybill briefly went offline, sparking claims of interference from supporters, as the movement gains momentum amid his growing political clash with President Ruto.

By Prestone Murunga 23 days ago

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Ruto's rating drops to 24

President William Ruto would garner a paltry 24% of the vote if elections were to be held today, which is much lower than the 32 per cent he received from another polling two weeks ago

By Prestone Murunga 22 days ago

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AG Oduor to audit laws

Attorney General, Dorcas Oduor has set in motion a comprehensive process to audit laws, as part of addressing persistent governance gaps in the legal system.

By Prestone Murunga 24 days ago

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Sifuna's Western tour sparks excitement and tension

What was initially expected to be an ordinary political tour has quickly evolved into a contest for regional political influence, exposing deep divisions among local leaders.

By Prestone Murunga 25 days ago

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Linda Mwananchi vows to strengthen grassroots network

Linda Mwananchi takes over ODM officials and vows to strengthen grassroots network as Sifuna criticizes ODM leadership

By Prestone Murunga 29 days ago

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Forget Ol kalou loss and focus on development, Ruto tells leaders

President William Ruto has sought to shift attention from the political fallout of the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election by urging leaders to focus on development

By Prestone Murunga 29 days ago

Karua demands urgent action on femicide

PLP leader Martha Karua has called on President William Ruto’s administration to urgently address the rising cases of GBV, femicide, child disappearances and insecurity.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

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Why Linda Mwananchi leaders cancelled Ol Kalou tour

The Linda Mwananchi brigade will instead convene a meeting in Nyahururu Town.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

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Why George Natembeya has quit DAP-K

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has officially announced his exit from the DAP-K, citing irreconcilable differences with party leader Eugene Wamalwa over the party's future direction.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

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Why media is under threat in EA region

The piece examines growing threats to press freedom in Kenya and East Africa, warning that intimidation, censorship and attacks on journalists weaken democracy and public accountability.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

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Ndindi Nyoro seeks annulment of Safaricom stake sale

Ndindi Nyoro has intensified his opposition to the government's sale of its stake in Safaricom, calling for the transaction to be annulled over what he described as deliberate share price manipulation

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

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Gachagua, Murkomen trade barbs in Ol Kalou campaign

Tensions flared in Ol Kalou as Rigathi Gachagua and Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen traded accusations over alleged violence during a by-election campaign event, claims that remain unverified.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

Student died of blunt force trauma, autopsy shows

A post-mortem found that Lakewood Private School student Randy Mathenge died from blunt force trauma consistent with a fall from height, as investigators continue.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

Tension in Ol Kalou as residents stop buses over ID cards auction claims

Videos shared on X showed angry residents surrounding the buses, blocking their passage and demanding answers about the trip.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

Nathan Wasama's killing exposes the dark side of Mount Elgon constituency

The killing of Nathan Masai Wasama has triggered a political storm in Mt Elgon constituency, with rival politicians directly questioning the circumstances surrounding his death

By Prestone Murunga 2 days ago

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Ruto-ODM pact turns 2027 poll coalition deal amid questions

Kenya’s broad-based government is increasingly being shaped into a political vehicle for next year's General Election.

By Prestone Murunga 4 days ago

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Ruto Cabinet puts politics ahead of service delivery

When CSs spend more time defending political interests than explaining measurable results in their ministries, the distinction between governing and campaigning becomes dangerously blurred.

By Prestone Murunga 7 days ago

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Wantam wave tests Ruto regime political strength

Senior government officials and MPs are now finding themselves heckled, chased away or forced to cut short public meetings as frustrated citizens openly express their anger.

By Prestone Murunga 7 days ago

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Kalonzo rings changes as party gears up for polls

Kalonzo said Kamau's extensive experience in government and politics made him the right choice to steer the party's internal affairs.

By Prestone Murunga 7 days ago

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State House, billions and the campaign funding question

As Kenya edges closer to the 2027 General Election, State House has increasingly become a focal point—not only for government business but also for engagements

By Prestone Murunga 10 days ago

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Ruto's vision 2063 plan triggers sharp political divide

President William Ruto's special national address on Vision 2063, has sparked a heated political debate

By Prestone Murunga 14 days ago

Linda Mwananchi raises Sh3m in a day through small public donations

The latest collections add to a series of fundraising drives that have become a central feature of the movement's political mobilisation strategy.

By Prestone Murunga 14 days ago

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Confusion after Sifuna's paybill briefly goes offline following Ruto clash

Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi paybill briefly went offline, sparking claims of interference from supporters, as the movement gains momentum amid his growing political clash with President Ruto.

By Prestone Murunga 23 days ago

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Ruto's rating drops to 24

President William Ruto would garner a paltry 24% of the vote if elections were to be held today, which is much lower than the 32 per cent he received from another polling two weeks ago

By Prestone Murunga 22 days ago

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AG Oduor to audit laws

Attorney General, Dorcas Oduor has set in motion a comprehensive process to audit laws, as part of addressing persistent governance gaps in the legal system.

By Prestone Murunga 24 days ago

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Sifuna's Western tour sparks excitement and tension

What was initially expected to be an ordinary political tour has quickly evolved into a contest for regional political influence, exposing deep divisions among local leaders.

By Prestone Murunga 25 days ago

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Linda Mwananchi vows to strengthen grassroots network

Linda Mwananchi takes over ODM officials and vows to strengthen grassroots network as Sifuna criticizes ODM leadership

By Prestone Murunga 29 days ago

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Forget Ol kalou loss and focus on development, Ruto tells leaders

President William Ruto has sought to shift attention from the political fallout of the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election by urging leaders to focus on development

By Prestone Murunga 29 days ago

Karua demands urgent action on femicide

PLP leader Martha Karua has called on President William Ruto’s administration to urgently address the rising cases of GBV, femicide, child disappearances and insecurity.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

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Why Linda Mwananchi leaders cancelled Ol Kalou tour

The Linda Mwananchi brigade will instead convene a meeting in Nyahururu Town.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

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Why George Natembeya has quit DAP-K

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has officially announced his exit from the DAP-K, citing irreconcilable differences with party leader Eugene Wamalwa over the party's future direction.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago

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Why media is under threat in EA region

The piece examines growing threats to press freedom in Kenya and East Africa, warning that intimidation, censorship and attacks on journalists weaken democracy and public accountability.

By Prestone Murunga 1 month ago