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President Yoweri Museveni’s recent remarks warning of a possible war between Kenya and Uganda over the Indian Ocean have caused a heated debate across the region. Many Kenyans reacted sharply, questioning whether Uganda truly has the strength or military ability to confront Kenya. After days of public speculation, the Kenyan government finally addressed the issue, urging calm and emphasizing diplomacy. Kenya Downplays Museveni’s Remarks Ministry of Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei reassured the public that Kenya remains committed to respecting international territorial laws and maintaining peaceful relations with all countries. He emphasized that Kenya will continue following established legal…

Kenya’s political scene is already shifting as the country heads toward the highly anticipated 2027 General Election. While the newly formed United Opposition continues debating who should carry their presidential ticket, President William Ruto is quietly dealing with a tough and sensitive dilemma — choosing the right running mate for his second-term bid. Political analysts Masibo Lumala and Wilson Rotich argue that this decision could easily define Ruto’s political future. The person he selects will either strengthen his chances of re-election or weaken his support across key regions. Intrigues and Pressure Around Ruto’s Running Mate Choice According to analysts, Ruto…

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has stirred a heated regional debate after warning that future conflicts in East Africa could arise from disputes over access to the Indian Ocean. His comments, made on Sunday, November 9, raised diplomatic concerns and sparked intense reactions from Kenyans who questioned whether Uganda has any claim over the ocean. Museveni argued that it is wrong for any single country in the region to assume exclusive ownership of the Indian Ocean. He compared East Africa to a block of flats, saying that even those living on the upper floors should have shared access to the common…

There was dramatic tension in Parliament after Embakasi South MP Musili Mawathe was thrown out for allegedly being intoxicated during a sitting. The incident unfolded on Thursday, November 13, and quickly brought the House to a standstill as lawmakers reacted to the unfolding drama. Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah was the first to raise alarm, accusing Mawathe of disrupting the session and behaving in a manner unfit for a member of Parliament. Ichung’wah insisted that the MP appeared visibly drunk and was interfering with the flow of proceedings. “The MP clearly looks intoxicated. I know it is Thursday afternoon, but no…

Winnie Odinga has claimed that a secret plan is underway to sell the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, exactly one month after the passing of her father, the late Raila Odinga. While speaking during the ODM@20 celebrations in Mombasa on Friday, Winnie — the youngest daughter of the former ODM party leader — raised alarm over what she described as hidden efforts to betray the party. The anniversary event was not only a celebration of two decades of ODM’s existence but also a moment to honour Raila Odinga’s life, struggle, and political legacy. Winnie told supporters and party leaders that…

Kenya Met Lists Five Regions Expecting Rains This Weekend The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a new weekend weather advisory announcing that several regions across the country will continue to receive rain over the next five days. According to the update released on Friday, November 14, the rains will mainly persist in the Highland East region, the Rift Valley, Western Kenya, and areas around the Lake Victoria basin. Although some parts of Kenya will still enjoy sunny weather, the advisory notes that moderate to heavy rains will dominate in the listed regions from Friday this week until Tuesday next week.…

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested Josphat Kabeabea, the Chairperson of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) Board of Directors, following serious allegations that he demanded a total of Ksh15 million in bribes while executing his duties at the authority. Kabeabea was arrested on Friday, November 14, after EACC detectives conducted an early-morning raid at his residence. According to the Commission, the arrest came after a series of investigations showing that the official had allegedly asked for bribes from business owners, particularly foreign nationals, under the guise of fighting counterfeit goods. Demanding Ksh5 Million From a Chinese National EACC reports…

Court Orders Arrest of Senior Kisumu Official Over Fraud and Forged Documents The Milimani Anti-Corruption Court has issued an arrest warrant for Kisumu County City Manager, Michael Abala Wanga, after he failed to appear in court to respond to several serious charges. Wanga is facing accusations of forgery, presenting false documents, and fraudulently obtaining public funds from the county government. According to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), Wanga is alleged to have altered an official letter so he could attend the CLEAN Air Forum in Lagos, Nigeria, which took place from July 8 to July 12,…

High Court Gives New Direction on National Police Recruitment The long-delayed national police recruitment exercise will now take place on Monday, November 17, after the High Court lifted its earlier suspension. The decision was delivered on Friday, giving the National Police Service the green light to proceed with the much-anticipated process. The ruling came from Justice Bahati Mwamuye, who had temporarily stopped the recruitment earlier this week. The suspension was issued after activist Eliud Matindi filed a petition questioning the legality of the exercise. On Monday, November 10, Justice Mwamuye granted a conservatory order pausing the entire process until the…

Fuel prices will stay the same for the next month after the latest review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). The agency released its new pricing guide on Friday, November 14, confirming that there will be no increase or decrease in the cost of major fuel products. According to the review, the pump prices for Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene in Nairobi will remain at Ksh184.52, Ksh171.47, and Ksh154.78 respectively. These prices will apply across all petrol stations in the capital, with slight variations expected only in other regions due to transportation and distribution differences. EPRA explained that…