8 h. ago Kalonzo, Gachagua declare Kamba–Kikuyu merger ‘already done’

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 9 – Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday declared that the Kamba and Kikuyu communities have merged politically, describing the two groups as “one family” working toward a united 2027 front. The two leaders made the remarks during a funeral service in Murang’a, where they […] The post Kalonzo, Gachagua declare Kamba–Kikuyu merger ‘already done’ appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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16 h. ago Fake newspaper front page claims Kenyan aspiring MP Kariuki blames ex

Fake newspaper front page claims Kenyan aspiring MP Kariuki blames ex-deputy president Gachagua for losing election  Africa Check

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17 h. ago Why Lawyer Ndegwa Njiru Backs Kalonzo Musyoka Over Gachagua for Kenya’s Future

Why Lawyer Ndegwa Njiru Backs Kalonzo Musyoka Over Gachagua for Kenya’s Future  Dawan Africa

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22 h. ago Tanzania Declares Planned Independence Day Protests Illegal, Warns of ‘Attempted Coup’

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 — Tanzania’s government has declared that nationwide anti-government protests planned for today will be unlawful, warning that participation could amount to an “attempted coup,” as heavy deployments of security forces were reported across major cities. The demonstrations were called by activists and opposition groups to coincide with the anniversary of mainland […] The post Tanzania Declares Planned Independence Day Protests Illegal, Warns of ‘Attempted Coup’ appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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31 h. ago Kalonzo assembles 100 lawyers to challenge Safaricom stake sale

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 — The opposition has assembled a team of 100 advocates to challenge the government’s sale of a 15 per cent stake in Safaricom, terming the transaction unconstitutional, opaque, and a threat to Kenya’s strategic national assets. Speaking on Monday during the launch of the Okoa Uchumi Report, a public audit initiative […] The post Kalonzo assembles 100 lawyers to challenge Safaricom stake sale appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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47 h. ago “Ruto is Selling Everything that is Working”: Gachagua Uses Cow Metaphor to Criticize Safaricom Sale

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has sharply criticized President William Ruto for selling off key national assets, including Safaricom, without involving the public. Speaking on Sunday, December 7, 2025, during a church service at Christian Dominion Ministries in Kasarani, Nairobi, Gachagua warned that Kenya is losing vital institutions that have historically driven the economy. He argued that the government’s decision to sell Safaricom shares undervalues one of the country’s most profitable enterprises. “The country is being sold every day. Safaricom has been one of the greatest revenue generators for our country, about Ksh18B to Ksh20B every year. Sasa share moja The post “Ruto is Selling Everything that is Working”: Gachagua Uses Cow Metaphor to Criticize Safaricom Sale appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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47 h. ago “Not a Normal Election”: Kalonzo Predicts Turbulent 2027 if Trends Persist

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has warned that the 2027 General Election may not resemble a normal democratic contest if current governance and political patterns continue. Kalonzo delivered the warning on Saturday, December 6, during the Lower Eastern Advocates Forum end-of-year celebrations in Machakos County. The event, which started at 6pm and ran past midnight, brought together judges, magistrates, advocates, and regional leaders including Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior. “This country is in a revolutionary mode. What you are going to see next time isn’t a normal election,” Kalonzo said. Claims of Flawed By-Elections and The post “Not a Normal Election”: Kalonzo Predicts Turbulent 2027 if Trends Persist appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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47 h. ago Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo”

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has doubled down on his commitment to a united Opposition, vowing that the United Opposition coalition will field a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Gachagua made the declaration on Sunday during a church service at Christ Dominion Ministries in Kasarani, Nairobi, where he accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of plotting to divide the Opposition. He maintained that the alleged schemes had collapsed. “I want to assure you that we are steadfast and will remain united in the Opposition. We will liberate this country together,” he said. Claims The post Gachagua to ODM: “You Don’t Have to Sit With Me, Sit With Kalonzo” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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47 h. ago Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has dismissed claims by Opposition leaders regarding the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, insisting the government has already acted on key recommendations. Speaking on Sunday, Wandayi pushed back against remarks made at the burial of Beryl Odinga, where several political figures alleged that the government had ignored the NADCO proposals. He argued that the statements were not only inaccurate but also risked misleading Kenyans. “A number of our political friends who have walked with us in the past came to condole with us, notably Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former CS Eugene The post Opiyo Wandayi: Government Has Already Implemented Key NADCO Reforms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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54 h. ago UDA youths rebuke Gachagua, endorse Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin: "Posturing and masquerading"

UDA youths rebuke Gachagua, endorse Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin: "Posturing and masquerading"  MSN

Sport

63 h. ago Benin soldiers announce coup ahead of President Talon’s planned exit from office

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 7 – Soldiers in Benin announced on national television on Sunday that they have seized power and ousted President Patrice Talon. According to the BBC, the military declared the suspension of the constitution and the closure of all land borders and the country’s airspace. Lieutenant-Colonel Tigri Pascal was named head of a […] The post Benin soldiers announce coup ahead of President Talon’s planned exit from office appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Mt Kenya UDA youth declare Kindiki their political voice, urge end to factional politics

Mt Kenya UDA youth declare Kindiki their political voice, urge end to factional politics  the-star.co.ke

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3 d. ago UDA youth league tells off Gachagua, crowns Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin

UDA youth league tells off Gachagua, crowns Kindiki as Mt Kenya kingpin  People Daily

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3 d. ago Kalonzo outlines key steps to transform Kenya into a Singapore‑style nation

Kalonzo outlines key steps to transform Kenya into a Singapore‑style nation  People Daily

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4 d. ago Trump in awe of Kenya’s athletics excellence, declares himself a huge fan

Trump in awe of Kenya’s athletics excellence, declares himself a huge fan  Capitalfm.co.ke

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4 d. ago They’ll spend a lot of time hugging each other: Trump on Kagame

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 5 — US President Donald Trump on Thursday presided over the signing of a landmark peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, declaring that the once-bitter rivals were turning the page on decades of bloodshed. In characteristic style, Trump remarked that Presidents Paul Kagame and Félix Tshisekedi […] The post They’ll spend a lot of time hugging each other: Trump on Kagame-Tshisekedi relations appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Ruto Will Win 2027 Elections Hands Down, Senate Speaker Kingi Claims

The Senate Speaker, Amason Kingi, has made the bold declaration that President William Ruto will not face any serious competition in the 2027 elections, since none of his rivals can match his development record. Speaking in Mt Elgon, Bungoma County, on Thursday, December 4, 2025, Kingi praised Ruto’s administration for driving significant progress across the country, leaving him unmatched by any potential challenger. “In 2027, we have looked around, but we have not seen anyone capable of challenging Ruto. Have you seen any? We will have a competition without a competitor in 2027,” Kingi stated. “Ruto will emerge as the The post Ruto Will Win 2027 Elections Hands Down, Senate Speaker Kingi Claims appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Media Council: Gachagua’s Attack on Stephen Letoo Amounts to Incitement

The Media Council of Kenya is outraged by what it describes as a reckless and dangerous verbal attack by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Citizen TV journalist Stephen Letoo, stating that the former Deputy President is threatening media freedom with his remarks and putting journalists in harm’s way. The Council said Gachagua’s remarks on December 3, 2025, where he publicly named Letoo and branded him “the worst journalist,” accusing him of bias and demanding that Royal Media Services fire him, crossed the line into intimidation of the press. According to the regulator, direct attacks by high-ranking political figures endanger The post Media Council: Gachagua’s Attack on Stephen Letoo Amounts to Incitement appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago Disregard fake newspaper front page claiming Rigathi Gachagua ‘worst vice president’ in Kenya’s history

Disregard fake newspaper front page claiming Rigathi Gachagua ‘worst vice president’ in Kenya’s history  Africa Check

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5 d. ago North Eastern MPs Push for Drought to Be Declared National Disaster

MPs from the North Eastern region are urging the Government to immediately declare the ongoing drought a national disaster, warning that more than 2.1 million people in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) are at risk of severe food shortages. Leaders from the Northern Frontier Counties (NFC), led by Eldas MP Adan Keynan, said yesterday that […] The post North Eastern MPs Push for Drought to Be Declared National Disaster appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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