68 h. ago Jubilee in Talks With DCP Over Possible Political Alliance, Says Former MP

Former Kigumo MP Jamleck Kamau indicates Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua is negotiating with Jubilee over a possible alliance. Speaking on Kameme TV on Monday, August 11, 2025, Kamau, who is a staunch Jubilee Party loyalist, proposed that the two parties merge into one political party, adding that Jubilee is free to enter into an alliance with any political group of their choice. He noted that such political changes are the norm in Kenya, especially when a party leader has completed their term in office and retired. According to Kamau, history shows that another party often rises to take the outgoing party’s place. “Do you remember during Mwai Kibaki’s era, we had The post Jubilee in Talks With DCP Over Possible Political Alliance, Says Former MP appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Bangladesh Marks Hasina’s Ouster Amid Hopes and Rising Tensions

DHAKA, Bangladesh Aug 10 – Thousands of people gathered in central Dhaka this week to mark the first anniversary of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, celebrating what many see as the promise of a “New Bangladesh.” In heavy rain, interim leader Muhammad Yunus stood alongside political party heads and activists to unveil plans for a […] The post Bangladesh Marks Hasina’s Ouster Amid Hopes and Rising Tensions appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Bangladesh Marks Hasina’s Ouster Amid Hopes and Rising Tensions, legal challenge

DHAKA, Bangladesh Aug 10 – Thousands of people gathered in central Dhaka this week to mark the first anniversary of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, celebrating what many see as the promise of a “New Bangladesh.” In heavy rain, interim leader Muhammad Yunus stood alongside political party heads and activists to unveil plans for a […]

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8 d. ago IEBC Chair Ethekon Dismisses Rigging Fears, 2027 Poll to Be Free and Fair

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 6 – Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Erastus Ethekon has sought to assure Kenyans that the 2027 General Election will be free, fair, and credible dismissing fears of rigging as unfounded and ‘impossible.’ Ethekon was speaking in Nairobi during a roundtable discussion between IEBC, Kenya Editors Guild, Kenya Union of […] The post IEBC Chair Ethekon Dismisses Rigging Fears, 2027 Poll to Be Free and Fair appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 d. ago CS Ruku Dismisses Rigging Claims, Says Development Will Secure Ruto Second Term

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 6 – Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has dismissed claims that President William Ruto plans to rig the 2027 General Election, describing the allegations as baseless and politically driven. Speaking during a government outreach event in Chakaleri, Mwatate, Ruku urged politicians to stop peddling what he termed as falsehoods and instead […] The post CS Ruku Dismisses Rigging Claims, Says Development Will Secure Ruto Second Term appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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9 d. ago Party politics taking shape in Nakuru ahead of 2027 elections

NAKURU, Kenya, Aug 5 – Party politics in Nakuru is taking shape way ahead of the 2027 general elections with politicians allied to Kenya Kwanza’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) forging a joint force against perceived opponents. This became evident during 3-day visit by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki when a high-powered brigade de-campaigned party members pledging […]

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1 week ago “Cartels Won’t Scare Me”: Mohammed Ali Declares Independence Ahead of 2027

Nyali MP Mohammed Ali has reiterated his political independence before the 2027 General Election, avowing that individuals or parties shall not determine his next move. While addressing Mombasa residents on Saturday, August 2, 2025, Ali said that his future direction shall be determined by the people’s will and his conscience. “Nobody can control me. My name is Mohammed Ali,” he said. “ I came to Nyali without a party. I came independent, and people chose me for who I am.” In a post shared on his X account the following day, Ali added a cryptic message that hinted at a The post “Cartels Won’t Scare Me”: Mohammed Ali Declares Independence Ahead of 2027 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Gachagua Urges Diaspora Women to Run in 2027: “Don’t Wait for Appointments”

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on Kenyan women in the diaspora to to enter politics confidently ahead of the 2027 General Election. He invited them to stop waiting to be appointed and instead run for elective positions in a bid to help reform Kenya’s stricken political landscape. Speaking on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at a diaspora convention in Richardson, Dallas, Texas, Gachagua said the country is suffering from a crisis of leadership triggered by economic stagnation, corruption, and police brutality. He observed that Kenya requires fresh voices, especially women, to steer a new course. “For the women, as The post Gachagua Urges Diaspora Women to Run in 2027: “Don’t Wait for Appointments” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Amisi, Sifuna threaten mass ODM walkout if Raila endorses Ruto for 2027

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 3 — Saboti MP Caleb Amisi and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna have vowed to lead a mass walkout from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) if the party endorses President William Ruto’s re‑election bid in 2027. Speaking during a women empowerment fundraiser in Lukhome, Trans Nzoia County, on Sunday, the two leaders rallied […] The post Amisi, Sifuna threaten mass ODM walkout if Raila endorses Ruto for 2027 appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago Amisi, Sifuna convene ODM rebels for major declaration in Saboti

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 3 — A renegade faction of ODM, led by Saboti MP Caleb Amisi and Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, has promised a major political declaration on Sunday amid internal turmoil over the party’s pro-government stance. The event styled as the Lukhome Declaration to be held in Saboti, Trans Nzoia, is billed as an […] The post Amisi, Sifuna convene ODM rebels for major declaration in Saboti appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago Natembeya stirs rebellion in DAP as Sifuna, Amisi plot showdown in ODM

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 2 — Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has set off a political storm within the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP‑K), as youthful Western Kenya politicians mount bold challenges to the region’s traditional political order. In developments viewed as a rebellion against entrenched leadership, Natembeya has been accused of orchestrating a coup […] The post Natembeya stirs rebellion in DAP as Sifuna, Amisi plot showdown in ODM appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Abduba Dida’s Wife Amina Halake Steps Out of the Shadows to Seek Kenya’s Top Seat

Amina Halake, wife of former presidential contender Mohammed Abduba Dida, has thrown her hat into the ring for Kenya’s top seat in the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a televised interview on TV47, Halake revealed that she now leads the Alliance for Real Change (ARC) party, taking over the reins from her husband. “I am the party leader for Alliance for Real Change, not my husband Abduba Dida,” she stated. Halake said the time has come for Kenya to be led by a woman, adding that citizens are increasingly frustrated by the state of the nation. “This is the time The post Abduba Dida’s Wife Amina Halake Steps Out of the Shadows to Seek Kenya’s Top Seat appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Mudavadi Hits out at Leaders Brazenly Vowing to secure Ruto’s 2027 Reelection through ‘stealing’

NAIROBI, Kenya Jul 18 – Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has distanced President William Ruto’s administration from recent inflammatory remarks made by some Kenya Kwanza leaders, asserting that the 2027 General Election will be won through a democratic process. Addressing residents in Malava constituency, Kakamega on Friday during an Economic Empowerment Programme, Mudavadi condemned those stating that […] The post Mudavadi Hits out at Leaders Brazenly Vowing to secure Ruto’s 2027 Reelection through ‘stealing’ appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago IEBC stares at Budget Cuts Ahead of 2027 Elections: CS Mbadi

I know IEBC is complaining, but they must be more efficient - CS Mbadi

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4 w. ago ODM leaders meet Russia’s ruling party in push for global political ties

NAIROBI, Kenya July 16 – The Orange Democrarttic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader Godfrey Osotsi on Tuesday led a delegation of Kenyan lawmakers to a high-level meeting with Russia’s ruling United Russia Party (URP) in Moscow. The meeting, held at URP headquarters, was part of a broader effort to strengthen international cooperation between political parties […] The post ODM leaders meet Russia’s ruling party in push for global political ties appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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