On Monday, December 9, President William Ruto visited former President Uhuru Kenyatta at his Gatundu home in Kiambu County. State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed confirmed that the leaders discussed several important issues, including the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and Raila Odinga’s candidacy for Chair of the African Union Commission. The statement also highlighted Kenya’s role in promoting peace and security in the East African region through diplomatic and peace-support initiatives. President Ruto reportedly praised President Kenyatta for ..read more

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has addressed the government’s delay in reconstituting the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), citing a court injunction as the primary obstacle. His remarks come amid increasing pressure from opposition leaders and concerned citizens. Speaking during a church service at Chebuyusi Boys High School in Navakholo, Kakamega County, Kindiki explained that legal proceedings have stalled the recruitment process for new IEBC commissioners. “The reason there is no IEBC at the moment is because some Kenyans went to court,” Kindiki stated. “There is an ..read more

The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has intensified its criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, continuing its vocal opposition to government actions. Weeks after the NCCK joined the Catholic Church in highlighting issues such as punitive taxes, impunity, human rights abuses, and underperforming government programs, the church is now calling on Kenyans to reject misinformation and hold their elected leaders accountable. In a joint statement released on Tuesday and signed by NCCK Chairman Rev. Dr. Elias Otieno Agola and General Secretary Rev. Canon Chris Kinyanjui, th ..read more

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna indicated that the Senate will summon Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho over threats made against Kenyans who criticized the government on social media. Sifuna emphasized that such threats undermine Kenyans’ constitutional right to freedom of speech and cannot force people to accept government policies. Speaking on Radio Citizen, Sifuna criticized the government’s approach to communication, pointing out that threats are not an effective way to engage the public. “This government doesn’t know how to communicate with Kenyans. There’s no need for threats. In the ca ..read more

Political leaders allied with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have raised concerns about their safety, claiming they live in constant fear. Speaking in Nyeri County on Wednesday, December 4, Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba led a group of MPs and Senators in accusing the government of using illegal tactics to intimidate them. The leaders revealed that they have abandoned their usual routines, including attending church, out of fear of  being abducted. “We are sleeping, driving, and living in fear. We no longer go to church because we fear being abducted on the way,” Wamuchomba st ..read more

Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho recently became the latest political leader to receive “greetings” from Kenyans after his phone number was leaked online. Joho revealed that he received several calls late at night, with some individuals sending small amounts of money. Responding to those who leaked his number, Joho said, “They came after me last night, claiming they would greet me and send me Ksh 1. Please, return today with Ksh 100 or Ksh 200 each. I’m waiting for that money.” The former Mombasa Governor also took the opportunity to urge Kenyans to be m ..read more

Former presidential candidate George Wajackoyah has confirmed he will take another shot at the House on the Hill in the 2027 general election. Speaking on Tuesday, December 3, Wajackoyah expressed frustration with the current Kenya Kwanza administration, revealing that this dissatisfaction motivated his decision to run once more for the top office. Wajackoyah, who ran as the Roots Party candidate in 2022, singled out the recently introduced Social Health Authority (SHA), claiming it was implemented without sufficient public input, particularly concerning the health fund. “I am officially annou ..read more

Kacheliba MP Titus Lotee has called out former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his alleged plan to expose President William Ruto. Lotee expressed his disapproval during a recent interview, responding to Gachagua’s remarks suggesting he would reveal the President’s true character to Kenyans. In a TV interview on Sunday night, Gachagua mentioned that he does not regret supporting Ruto, describing the experience as painful but valuable. “I’m now convinced that Ruto is not a man I would deal with as a Christian. Given the chance again, I would treat him as a politician. He has given me the ..read more

President William Ruto has dismissed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s claims that the government rushed the rollout of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), otherwise referred to as the SHA (Social Health Authority). Speaking in Taita Taveta County on Monday, December 2, Ruto clarified that the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) program is not new to Kenya. He pointed out that the defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) had failed to provide sufficient healthcare coverage for many years, leaving many Kenyans without proper medical care. Ruto emphasized the importance of a progr ..read more

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has hinted at a potential presidential run following President William Ruto’s term. CS Mbadi emphasized that the Kenyan presidency should be open to all citizens and not reserved for a select few. He made it clear that nothing would prevent him from pursuing the highest office in the future. “The presidency is not reserved for a few. I am also capable and would consider running for the seat after Ruto’s term expires,” Mbadi stated. Mbadi highlighted that the opportunity to lead Kenya is available to everyone, rejecting the idea that only certain individual ..read more