7 d. ago Revealed: Ruto’s Masterplan to Transform North Eastern and Coast into Kenya’s New Food Baskets

Revealed: Ruto’s Masterplan to Transform North Eastern and Coast into Kenya’s New Food Baskets  Dawan Africa

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2 w. ago Oburu announces short sabbatical amid concerns over his health

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 22 – Orange Democratic Movement Party Leader Oburu Oginga has moved to reassure supporters and the public amid growing speculation about his health, saying he remains in ‘good health and high spirits.’ In a brief statement on his X account, Oburu expressed gratitude for the outpouring of concern in recent days, noting […] The post Oburu announces short sabbatical amid concerns over his health appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Ruto Launches New KRA Unit to Boost Tax Compliance Among Small Businesses

President William Ruto has drawn attention to a glaring disparity in tax contributions from Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), emphasizing the urgent need to align their remittances with their economic impact and expand the national tax base. During Wednesday evening’s Taxpayers’ Dinner at State House, Nairobi, President Ruto revealed that MSMEs contribute 33% of Kenya’s GDP and employ nearly 15 million people, representing 86% of the national workforce, yet they account for merely 1% of tax revenue. He stressed that tax remittances fuel nation-building and should transcend legal obligations to become “an act of patriotism and solidarity” for national The post Ruto Launches New KRA Unit to Boost Tax Compliance Among Small Businesses appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago Ruto Defends Kenya’s Labour Migration Policy Amid Abuse Concerns Abroad

President William Ruto has defended Kenya’s labour migration policy, highlighting its role in creating jobs for Kenyan workers and driving economic growth, even as public concern over worker abuse abroad intensifies. Speaking on Monday, November 17, at the opening of the 14th International Association of Refugee and Migration Judges (IARMJ) World Conference in Nairobi, Ruto outlined the government’s efforts to expand bilateral labour agreements and open more employment opportunities overseas. He highlighted recent deals with Germany and Austria and ongoing negotiations with Qatar as examples of Kenya’s push for “positive, orderly migration.” Ruto revealed that in the past two years, The post Ruto Defends Kenya’s Labour Migration Policy Amid Abuse Concerns Abroad appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago “Hatuwezi Kurudi Opposition”: ODM Leaders Split on Strategy Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) marked its 20th anniversary in Mombasa with a charged celebration that exposed shifting political undercurrents within the party as it prepares for the 2027 General Election. Leaders used the platform to outline competing visions for ODM’s future, highlighting internal debates about strategy, unity and the party’s relationship with the current administration. During the event held on Saturday, ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga reiterated that the party would, for now, remain part of the broad-based government arrangement that Raila Odinga endorsed before leaving to serve at the African Union Commission. He, however, made it clear The post “Hatuwezi Kurudi Opposition”: ODM Leaders Split on Strategy Ahead of 2027 Elections appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago Ruto Reveals Oburu Oginga’s Role in ODM’s Negotiations With Kenya Kwanza

President William Ruto has revealed that ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga personally presented him with a detailed list of ministries the party hoped to secure under the broad-based government agreement reached in 2024. Speaking at the ODM Founders’ Dinner in Mombasa on Saturday, President Ruto recounted the extensive consultations he held with former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, noting that Oburu consistently served as the central figure in all major discussions. Ruto described Oburu as Raila’s “brother, friend, and confidant”, adding that any substantive talks regarding the broad-based government had to involve him directly. “It was Oburu Odinga who came The post Ruto Reveals Oburu Oginga’s Role in ODM’s Negotiations With Kenya Kwanza appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Character Coaches’ Training in Kenya Designed to Foster “non

Character Coaches’ Training in Kenya Designed to Foster “non-negotiable values” among Young People: Organizer  aciafrica.org

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3 w. ago New York Times Reveals Ruto Family's Profits from Kenya's Abusive Gulf Labor Exports

New York Times Reveals Ruto Family's Profits from Kenya's Abusive Gulf Labor Exports  x.com

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3 w. ago New York Times Reveals Ruto Family Profits from Kenyan Gu...

New York Times Reveals Ruto Family Profits from Kenyan Gu...  x.com

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3 w. ago “ODM will not be swallowed,” Oburu assures as he assumes leadership role

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 13 – New ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga has moved to assert his leadership, saying his mission is to unte the party and safeguard its independence even as it continues to cooperate with President William Ruto. Oburu, when he took over leadership of the 20 year old party following the death of […] The post “ODM will not be swallowed,” Oburu assures as he assumes leadership role appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago ODM 20th anniversary fete kicks off this week, Ruto to grace founders’ dinner

Interim Party Leader Senator Oburu Oginga said ODM@20 commemoration will reflect on two decades of political struggle, sacrifice, and service to the Kenyan people — and reaffirm the party’s vision for the future.

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