3 d. ago Moses Kuria: Aladwa Pressured to Withdraw from Nairobi Gubernatorial Pact by Powerful Officials

Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has claimed that Makadara MP George Aladwa faced pressure from powerful political players to withdraw from a political pact that would have positioned him as Kuria’s running mate in the 2027 Nairobi gubernatorial race. In a statement on Wednesday, Kuria alleged that “holders of extremely powerful offices” summoned Aladwa on Tuesday evening and instructed him to publicly denounce the alliance, just 24 hours after the partnership was announced. “George Aladwa was summoned last evening by holders of extremely powerful offices and ordered to denounce our agreement on the Nairobi Governor ticket. I respect his decision,” The post Moses Kuria: Aladwa Pressured to Withdraw from Nairobi Gubernatorial Pact by Powerful Officials appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Kuria blames ‘extremely powerful offices’ for botched alliance with Aladwa

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 4 — Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has alleged that Makadara MP George Aladwa was pressured by “holders of extremely powerful offices” to withdraw from a political pact positioning the lawmaker as his running mate for the 2027 Nairobi gubernatorial race. In a statement on Wednesday, Kuria claimed Aladwa was summoned on […] The post Kuria blames ‘extremely powerful offices’ for botched alliance with Aladwa appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Aladwa disowns joint Nairobi gubernatorial bid with Kuria; affirms 2027 candidature on ODM ticket

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 3 – Makadara MP George Aladwa has declined former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria’s offer to become his running mate in Nairobi’s 2027 gubernatorial race. Aladwa, who is also the ODM Nairobi Branch Chairman, told his supporters that he will be throwing his hat in the race to unseat incumbent Governor Johnson Sakaja […] The post Aladwa disowns joint Nairobi gubernatorial bid with Kuria; affirms 2027 candidature on ODM ticket appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago Moses Kuria Names Aladwa as Deputy in Nairobi Gubernatorial Race

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 1— Former Cabinet Secretary and ex-Presidential Advisor Moses Kuria has formally unveiled Makadara Member of Parliament George Aladwa as his running mate in the 2027 Nairobi gubernatorial race, marking one of the earliest and most unexpected political pairings ahead of the next General Election. Kuria, who announced his candidacy in October, said […] The post Moses Kuria Names Aladwa as Deputy in Nairobi Gubernatorial Race appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Ruto Downplays Museveni’s ‘Madness’ Warning, Blames Media for Misreporting

President William Ruto has dismissed media reports suggesting that there is growing tension between Kenya and Uganda over access to the Indian Ocean, terming the speculations as misleading and sensational. During the groundbreaking of the Devki Steel Factory in Tororo District, Uganda, on Sunday, Ruto accused some journalists of misrepresenting comments made by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni. “I know people in the journalism space tried to create an impression that Uganda had said something to the effect that they need to access the sea by any means,” Ruto said. The President stated that Kenya and Uganda share deep historical, social, The post Ruto Downplays Museveni’s ‘Madness’ Warning, Blames Media for Misreporting appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago Kenya, Uganda vow cross border cooperation to Build Value Chains, Expand Regional Manufacturing Capacity

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 23 – President William Ruto and his Ugandan counterpart Yoweri Museveni have committed to fostering cross-border collaboration in strategic sectors such as steel manufacturing, energy and infrastructure. Ruto said this will boost efforts by both Kenya and Uganda to enhance regional self-sufficiency, promote intra-African trade, and strengthen the foundation for collective prosperity. […] The post Kenya, Uganda vow cross border cooperation to Build Value Chains, Expand Regional Manufacturing Capacity appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago "Delivering our ocean": Ugandans excited as Museveni meets Mudavadi after war threats

"Delivering our ocean": Ugandans excited as Museveni meets Mudavadi after war threats  MSN

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2 w. ago Museveni, Mudavadi Hold Talks Amid Tension Over Indian Ocean Remarks

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 21 – Uganda’s President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni hosted Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary, Musalia Mudavadi, at the Mayuge State Lodge following diplomatic tension triggered by recent remarks about the Indian Ocean. A statement from Uganda’s State House said both sides reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful coexistence and regional cooperation. “Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary, […] The post Museveni, Mudavadi Hold Talks Amid Tension Over Indian Ocean Remarks appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Yoweri Museveni meets Kenya's Foreign Affairs CS Mudavadi days after tension over Indian Ocean

Yoweri Museveni meets Kenya's Foreign Affairs CS Mudavadi days after tension over Indian Ocean  MSN

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2 w. ago EU ‘understands’ Museveni’s remarks on sea access, urges cooperation

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 19 — The European Union Ambassador to Kenya, Henriette Geiger, has weighed in on a new debate on on landlocked countries’ access to the Indian Ocean urging cooperation to address the concerns. Commenting on the debate debate triggered by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni’s recent remarks she said concerns of such states are […] The post EU ‘understands’ Museveni’s remarks on sea access, urges cooperation appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago CS Mudavadi Assures Indian Ocean Access for Uganda Following Museveni’s Threats

Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to helping Uganda access the Indian Ocean, downplaying recent threats of war made by President Yoweri Museveni over maritime access. Speaking during a media briefing on Kenya’s foreign policy, Foreign Affairs CS Musalia Mudavadi said facilitating cargo movement to neighbouring states aligns with Kenya’s strategic interests. “Kenya is a responsible member of the international community, and it is in our interest to facilitate any landlocked country that wishes to use the port of Mombasa,” Mudavadi said The CS highlighted the economic importance of the port, stressing that Nairobi has never denied any landlocked state access The post CS Mudavadi Assures Indian Ocean Access for Uganda Following Museveni’s Threats appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Kenya responds ‘coolly’ to Museveni’s Indian Ocean war threats

Kenya responds ‘coolly’ to Museveni’s Indian Ocean war threats  the-star.co.ke

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3 w. ago Moses Kuria asks Yoweri Museveni to tame his son after war threats: "Jokes taken too far"

Moses Kuria asks Yoweri Museveni to tame his son after war threats: "Jokes taken too far"  MSN

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3 w. ago General Muhoozi blows hot and cold after Kenya's response to Yoweri Museveni's war threats

General Muhoozi blows hot and cold after Kenya's response to Yoweri Museveni's war threats  MSN

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3 w. ago Kenyans raise concerns over Ugandan Army's mission in Nairobi amid war threats: "They want intel"

Kenyans raise concerns over Ugandan Army's mission in Nairobi amid war threats: "They want intel"  MSN

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3 w. ago Foreign Office downplays Museveni’s figurative fridge remarks

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 13 — Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei has dismissed Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni’s controversial remark that two Kenyan activists were “put in a fridge,” emphasizing that it should be understood metaphorically rather than literally. Speaking during the Quarterly Briefing on Foreign Affairs at the ministry headquarters, Sing’oei assured journalists that the […] The post Foreign Office downplays Museveni’s figurative fridge remarks appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago Ugandan army arrives in Kenya to benchmark KDF practices day after Museveni's war threats

Ugandan army arrives in Kenya to benchmark KDF practices day after Museveni's war threats  MSN

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3 w. ago Kenyans mock Museveni’s ‘shared ocean’ claim as hotelier Mohammed Hersi leads humorous pushback

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 13 — Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni’s latest remarks suggesting that landlocked Uganda should have access to the Indian Ocean have sparked an online backlash and a wave of satire among Kenyans. Museveni likened the issue to tenants in a block of flats, arguing that “all flats are entitled to the compound,” and […] The post Kenyans mock Museveni’s ‘shared ocean’ claim as hotelier Mohammed Hersi leads humorous pushback appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago William Ruto’s govt responds to Museveni’s war threats over access to Indian Ocean

William Ruto’s govt responds to Museveni’s war threats over access to Indian Ocean  MSN

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3 w. ago Yoweri Museveni warns of future wars with Kenya over access to Indian Ocean: "I'm entitled to it"

Yoweri Museveni warns of future wars with Kenya over access to Indian Ocean: "I'm entitled to it"  MSN

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