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At the 38th African Union (AU) Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, President William Ruto addressed the pressing issue of political instability in Africa. He emphasized that such instability poses a significant threat to the continent’s governance and economic advancements. President Ruto urged fellow African leaders to take immediate action to strengthen democratic institutions, highlighting the necessity of safeguarding governance reforms to ensure long-term stability and prevent future crises. In his speech, President Ruto called upon AU member states to expedite the process of integrating the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) into national legislation. He believes that anchoring the APRM in…

In a recent incident in Kakamega County, former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa and Matungu Member of Parliament Peter Nabulindo have been summoned by local authorities following a violent disruption at a funeral. The chaos erupted during the burial of retired Chief Gerald Odongo in Matungu, where supporters of various political factions clashed, leading to injuries and property damage. The altercation began when Governor Fernandes Barasa arrived at the funeral, accompanied by his supporters. Tensions escalated as supporters of Echesa and Nabulindo confronted those of the governor, resulting in a physical confrontation that left more than 100 people injured. Among…

Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship has encountered significant challenges, particularly from his own supporters and political allies. Notably, some members of the Azimio la Umoja coalition have expressed dissatisfaction with Odinga’s perceived alignment with President William Ruto’s government. This discontent stems from the appointment of four ODM party members to key positions within Ruto’s Cabinet, a move seen by some as a betrayal of the opposition’s cause. Parties such as the Wiper Democratic Movement, led by former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, have distanced themselves from this development, viewing it as a compromise of the opposition’s…

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has recently addressed concerns regarding the perceived sidelining of the Nairobi Peace Process, which he has been facilitating to resolve the conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). He attributed the slowdown in the peace process to a lack of political momentum, especially following the December 2023 elections, which shifted attention away from the ongoing negotiations. Kenyatta emphasized that despite extensive diplomatic engagements with various stakeholders, including the M23 rebel group, the suspension of the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) further hampered progress, leading to a resurgence of fighting in the region. In…

Kenyans Turn Ruto’s Mastery of North Eastern Roads into a Viral Meme On January 28, during the launch of the new Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) headquarters, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua left the audience in stitches with a humorous story about how President William Ruto won over the hearts of the Mt. Kenya people. He explained that Ruto had a unique way of impressing residents—by effortlessly listing their local roads and markets, making it seem as if he knew every corner of their villages. Amid loud laughter from politicians attending the event, Gachagua recalled how Ruto’s knowledge of…

SADC Backs Madagascar’s Candidate for AUC Chairmanship, Posing Challenge to Raila’s Bid The Southern African Development Community (SADC), a regional bloc consisting of 16 member states, has officially called on its members to support Madagascar’s candidate in the upcoming African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship election. In a letter dated February 12, SADC’s Executive Secretary, Elias Magosi, informed the member states about Madagascar’s formal request for regional backing. He emphasized that Madagascar’s candidate, Richard J. Randriamandrato, is the only contender from the SADC region for the top AU position. “I wish to inform you, Honourable Minister, that Honourable Richard J. Randriamandrato,…

Moses Kuria Announces Cheaper Health Plan for 10,000 Boda Boda Riders in Embu Senior Economic Advisor in the Office of the President, Moses Kuria, has announced a new partnership that will benefit over 10,000 boda boda riders in Embu County. According to Kuria, these riders will have 50% of their Taifa Care health insurance premiums covered by Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire. Speaking during a consultative meeting with Governor Mbarire, Kuria explained that this initiative is part of the Afyaboda na Karinda program, which aims to improve access to healthcare for boda boda riders. The meeting was held to prepare for…

US Embassy Dismisses Fake Report on Ruto-Al Shabaab Meeting The United States Embassy has flagged as fake a circulating press release that alleged President William Ruto had met with Al Shabaab leaders. The embassy dismissed the document on Friday, February 14, calling it false and misleading. The false claims emerged following unverified reports that Ruto had held discussions with Al Shabaab leaders during one of his recent trips. Such claims raised serious concerns, given the terrorist group’s history of violent attacks that have resulted in massive loss of life and destruction in Kenya. Al Shabaab’s Deadly Attacks in Kenya Al…

Manyatta Member of Parliament Gitonga Mukunji has claimed that President William Ruto is more eager for Raila Odinga to win the African Union Chairmanship than Raila himself. Speaking during an interview with Citizen TV on Friday, February 14, Mukunji explained that Raila remains a major political threat to Ruto in the next general election. He suggested that if Raila secures the AU position, it would ease political pressure on Ruto, as he would no longer have to compete against a formidable opponent in the 2027 presidential race. “I would say that President Ruto seems more desperate for Raila to win…

Gachagua Endorses Raila Odinga for African Union Commission Chairperson Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has openly praised former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, endorsing him as the best choice for the upcoming African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson elections. Speaking in a statement on Friday morning, Gachagua lauded Odinga’s leadership skills, global experience, and unwavering commitment to advocating for Africa’s interests. He expressed confidence that Odinga was the right person to lead the AU Commission, emphasizing that Africa needs a leader of his caliber. “Kenya’s finest, Right Honourable Raila Odinga, is undoubtedly the best candidate for the African Union Commission chairmanship. Africa…