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NCIC seeks fresh power to clear candidates before elections
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has proposed a peace charter that all politi…
‘It was a state-backed ambush,’ says Linda Mwananchi over Homa Bay chaos - Kahawatungu
The Linda Mwananchi movement accused security officers and alleged state operatives of coordinating …
Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman if it 'gets in the way' over Iran issue - Kahawatungu
President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Oman – a US ally – if it “gets in the way” of his admi…
Kisii County office faces eviction over Sh2.4 million rent arrears - Kahawatungu
A landlord in Kisii County has issued an eviction notice to Governor Simba Arati over Sh2.4 million …
Supreme Court again rejects Trump's bid to overturn E Jean Carroll sex abuse case - Kahawatungu
For a second time, the US Supreme Court has declined President Donald Trump’s bid to overturn a fede…
Trump loses another bid to overturn $5m E Jean Carroll verdict
The United States Supreme Court has denied, for the second time, US President Donald Trump’s appeal …
Trump says Iran will not make the deal he believes is necessary
Trump says Iran will not make the deal he believes is necessary NewsFeed Trump says Iran will not ma…
People’s Party of Kenya: Details of Ndindi Nyoro’s new party
The People’s Party of Kenya (PPK) has emerged as a new political vehicle in the opposition landscape…
Rodri arrives at Barcelona to complete 'dream' move
Rodri arrives at Barcelona to complete 'dream' move Audio By Vocalize "I'm very pleased to be here. …
Ledama vows to limit campaign period to 3 months if he becomes president
Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has called for Kenya’s official campaign period to be limited to three …
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The trouble with opinion polls in the run-up to the 2026 municipal elections
The election period has arrived, and it is bumper season for opinion researchers. While the utility …
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Matlala says he and Suliman Carrim âused to visitâ alleged Big Five cartel boss
Vusimuzi âCatâ Matlala told the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Monday, 17 August 2026, that he be…
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PPK: Details of party Ndindi Nyoro joined after ditching UDA
PPK: Details of party Ndindi Nyoro joined after ditching UDA Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has announced hi…
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Votersâ impossible question â how to factor in partiesâ coalition choices?
This is the third instalment of a series on coalitions and 2026 local government elections. Read Par…
Irungu Nyakera drops Nairobi governor bid to vie for Makadara MP seat
Irungu Nyakera has abandoned his bid for Nairobi governor and shifted his political focus to the Mak…
Coventry sign Nigeria striker Awoniyi from Forest
Taiwo Awoniyi of Nottingham Forest runs with the ball during the pre-season friendly match between N…
What is Harold Ford Jr's ethnicity? All about his parents and family
After describing his grandmother, Vera Ford, as a "white woman passing as black", many were left ask…
Kenya's Cohesion Body Summons Homa Bay MP Peter Kaluma
Kenya's National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Homa Bay Town Member of Par…
Why did Trump scale back war games with South Korea?
U.S. president cites good relationship with Kim Jong Un Annual military manoeuvres between South Kor…
Ndindi Nyoro joins United Opposition after UDA exit
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, 40, has placed his biggest political bet after announcing his full detachmen…