The Kenyan newspaper on Wednesday, August 6, reported on political positions before the 2027 general elections; Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has reportedly announced the support of ODM leader Raila Odinga.
Elsewhere, Kenya’s non -NATO state is being highlighted as the US Senator launches an investigation into allegations of Nairobi’s relationship with illegal activities.
Source: UGC
1. Nation today
The newspaper reported on the possibility of a coalition of a coalition to be repeated with former President Uhuru Kenyatta announcing the support of ODM leader Raila Odinga.
The Jubilee Freedom Party says it still recognizes Raila as the leader of the Union Declaration.
Jubilee Deputy Chairman David Murathe revealed that Uhuru told them at a meeting of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) on Tuesday, August 5, that he is ready to support Raila 2027 as long as he breaks up relations with the current administration.
“We still recognize Raila as the leader of the Declaration Union. And as a Union, we decide our direction; however, I tell you we are with Tinga (Raila) until the situation changes. Raila is our leader and Uhuru is our chairman. The nation today quoted Murathe.
Murathe praised Raila’s political skills, saying he was playing discretion in keeping his political cards a secret.
“Even if you look at how he talks and how he looks, you will see that he will not support this government. There is no way I will talk about how he is without Raila’s blessing,” Murathe said.
Added;
“I have been told that ODM leaders are also with Sifuna.
Regarding allegations that former Interior Minister Fred Matiang’i is aiming to use the party to run for president, Murathe said there was no such thing that had been discussed and reached by the party.
Jubilee general secretary Jeremiah Kioni has been quoted many times as announcing Matiang’i as presidential candidate Jubilee Party.
2. Daily Nation
This follows the proposed amendment to the National Defense Act of 2026 and Senator Jim Risch of Idaho, who is the Chairman of the Senate of the Foreign Relations.
Risch calls for a re -evaluation of the nomination of non -NATO NATO partner and US Foreign Minister, in cooperation with other officials.
Audit is expected within 90 days, and a detailed report will be submitted to Congress within 180 days after the passing of the law.
The assessment will focus on Kenya and the United States in the fight against radical war ideology, promote peace and stability in sub -Saharan Africa and Haiti, its role in the UN peacekeeping mission, and its economic cooperation with the United States.
It will also investigate Kenya’s military and diplomatic relations with nations such as China, Russia and Iran.
In addition, such reviews will investigate any relationship between Kenyan authorities and radical groups such as rapid support forces (RSF) and al-Shabaab.
It will also evaluate how Kenya uses US security and intelligence assistance, especially in relation to action against civilians – including kidnapping, torture and other forms of violence – whether government -funded or otherwise.
Kenya received its nominee nominee NATO in June 2024 under the administration of the former president Joe Bidenbecoming the first country in sub -Saharan Africa to gain this status.
The nomination allowed Kenya to obtain US -based US military tools and strengthen its security cooperation with Washington.
3. The Star
The newspaper reported about Siaya’s governor’s James Orengo.
According to The starOrengo left Kenya for the United States a few weeks ago for the Emirates plane.
Those close to him told The Star newspaper that he was being treated at Helen Diller’s Cancer Center at the University of California, San Francisco.
“The governor is in the United States-that is the truth. He is there for medical reasons, but only the family can prove that,” The star quoted an unknown source.
The governor is not in a critical condition, according to The Star, and will return to Kenya soon.
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