26 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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26 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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61 h. ago ‘Please, leave us alone!’: Ida tells off politicians pressing Odinga family on 2027

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 – A sombre gathering at the burial of Beryl Odinga turned into a moment of emotional reflection on family, grief and political succession, as Ida Odinga delivered a firm message to political actors seeking to draw the mourning Odinga family into the 2027 alliances. Speaking after moving tributes from family members, […] The post ‘Please, leave us alone!’: Ida tells off politicians pressing Odinga family on 2027 appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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65 h. ago President Ruto revokes Basil Criticos’ appointment as KenTrade Chairperson

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 6 — President William Ruto has revoked the appointment of former Taita Taveta MP Basil Criticos as Chairperson of the Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade), ending his two-year tenure at the helm of the state agency. The decision was announced through a Gazette Notice dated December 5, 2025, which also removed board […] The post President Ruto revokes Basil Criticos’ appointment as KenTrade Chairperson appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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69 h. ago Ruto hails Washington engagement with Trump as watershed moment

President William Ruto described his Washington talks with US President Donald Trump as a watershed moment. The visit secured a historic $1.6bn Kenya–US Health Cooperation Framework boosting healthcare, investment, and security collaboration.

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3 d. ago Wetin dey inside di US health aid deal William Ruto secure afta US end foreign aids

Wetin dey inside di US health aid deal William Ruto secure afta US end foreign aids  BBC

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3 d. ago Kenyan newspapers review: ODM top officials boycott William Ruto's State House meeting

Kenyan newspapers review: ODM top officials boycott William Ruto's State House meeting  MSN

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3 d. ago Kenya's William Ruto secures US health aid in first deal under Trump administration

Kenya's William Ruto secures US health aid in first deal under Trump administration  BBC

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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 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 Panyako: Govt Tried to Bribe Me With Cabinet Position After Malava By

United Opposition candidate Seth Panyako now claims that President William Ruto’s administration attempted to lure him with a Cabinet Secretary position just days after he lost the Malava by-election. Speaking on Radio Maisha Wednesday, December 3, Panyako said the alleged offer came on November 28, describing it as an insult to voters who endured violence and intimidation during the campaigns. He said he rejected the overture because it went against the principles of his campaign and the sacrifices his supporters made. According to Panyako, the government’s approach represented “the highest level of inhumanity” and signaled that “sycophants” were running the The post Panyako: Govt Tried to Bribe Me With Cabinet Position After Malava By-Election appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago 🇺🇸🇰🇪 U.S. STRIKES $1.7B HEALTH DEAL WITH KENYA TO COUNTER CHINA IN AFRICA Sec of State Rubio hosted Kenyan President William Ruto at the State Department, signing a 5

🇺🇸🇰🇪 U.S. STRIKES $1.7B HEALTH DEAL WITH KENYA TO COUNTER CHINA IN AFRICA Sec of State Rubio hosted Kenyan President William Ruto at the State Department, signing a 5-year Health Framework of Cooperation. The deal is worth $2.5 billion (  x.com

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4 d. ago President William Ruto today held a bilateral meeting with Mukhtar Diop, Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation (IFC). State House Kenya William Samoei Ruto

President William Ruto today held a bilateral meeting with Mukhtar Diop, Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation (IFC). State House Kenya William Samoei Ruto  facebook.com

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4 d. ago IFC team set to visit Kenya in January for talks on JKIA Modernisation, Energy Projects

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 4 – Kenya will host a high-level delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) early next year to advance discussions on major energy and infrastructure investments. President William Ruto says the talks will centre of key projects including the planned modernisation of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) under a Public Private Partnership […] The post IFC team set to visit Kenya in January for talks on JKIA Modernisation, Energy Projects appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Secy. Rubio Hosts Signing Ceremony with Kenyan President William Ruto

Secy. Rubio Hosts Signing Ceremony with Kenyan President William Ruto  C-SPAN

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5 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 “Ruto Told Me He Would Finish ODM,” Gachagua Claims While Courting Sifuna and Babu Owino to DCP

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced that his Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) is open to collaborating with like-minded politicians seeking a new political home. Speaking at the party headquarters in Nairobi while welcoming elected members from the recent by-elections, Gachagua extended an invitation to leaders who may be affected by the anticipated split within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). He said these leaders are welcome to join DCP and other parties under the United Opposition umbrella. Gachagua accused President William Ruto of attempting to seize control of ODM following the death of its founder, Raila Odinga, a The post “Ruto Told Me He Would Finish ODM,” Gachagua Claims While Courting Sifuna and Babu Owino to DCP appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago Ruto Arrives in Washington for DRC–Rwanda Peace Pact and Kenya–US Health Deal Talks

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 3 – President William Ruto has arrived in Washington, D.C., United States, to join President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo for the signing of a landmark peace agreement aimed at ending decades of conflict in Eastern DRC. The accord, being signed at the […] The post Ruto Arrives in Washington for DRC–Rwanda Peace Pact and Kenya–US Health Deal Talks 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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6 d. ago ‘Five Countries Defaulted, Kenya Didn’t’: Ruto Says His Tough Calls Averted National Shame

President William Ruto has strongly defended his administration’s tough economic measures, saying he was forced to make difficult but necessary decisions to stop Kenya from defaulting on its debts and plunging the country into global embarrassment. Speaking at State House on Tuesday while receiving the Jukwaa la Usalama report, Ruto said he remains committed to leading with honesty and transparency, especially about the financial crisis his administration inherited. “There is a job you people gave me to be the President of Kenya and that work, I want to address you about it,” Ruto told the security teams. “When someone is The post ‘Five Countries Defaulted, Kenya Didn’t’: Ruto Says His Tough Calls Averted National Shame appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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