Mark Carney. PHOTO/@MarkJCarney/X Former central banker Mark Carney won the race to become leader of Canada’s ruling Liberal Party and will succeed Justin Trudeau as prime minister, official results showed on Sunday. Carney will take over at a tumultuous time in Canada, which is in the midst of a trade war with longtime ally the United Statesunder President Donald…
Laikipia MP Cate Waruguru launched a scathing attack on the newly formed political alliance between President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga, accusing the two leaders of sidelining the Mt Kenya region. Speaking in Kajiado on Sunday, March 9, 2025, Waruguru expressed deep disappointment with the alliance, arguing that it was a self-serving deal…
President William Ruto during a thanksgiving service at AIC Annex, Kesses, Uasin Gishu County. President William Ruto on Sunday reaffirmed his commitment to supporting churches, announcing a personal donation of Ksh20 million to AIC Fellowship Annex Church in Eldoret. Speaking during a church service, Ruto doubled the Ksh10 million raised by the congregation in a…
ODM Leader Raila Odinga at Gusii stadium during the unveiling of Shabana FC new kit by their sponsor Sportpesa. Kisii Governor Simba Arati ,his Nairobi and Migori counterpart Johnson Sakaja and Ochillo Ayako were in attendance.[Sammy Omingo, Standard] ODM Leader Raila Odinga’s first tour since he inked a political deal with President William Ruto was…
Karen residents queue at St Mary’s Primary School during the 1988 mlolongo elections. [File, Standard] He stepped on my thigh and pushed the muzzle of his rifle onto my chest. His armed colleague cocked his gun and stood at the door. “Kaa chini wee mjinga (sit down you fool)” he commanded pushing his gun deeper…
Raila Odinga nad Mwai Kibaki handshake.[FILE] Can president William Ruto use ODM leader Raila Odinga’s influence to secure countrywide support that is quickly eluding him and his Kenya Kwanza administration? Political analysts think it will be a tall order. But the President also knows there is nothing to lose because joining hands with Raila is…
President William Ruto. PHOTO/@WilliamsRuto/X President William Ruto has pledged support for the construction of churches across Kenya, reaffirming his commitment to advancing God’s work despite growing criticism. Ruto, who was attending a thanksgiving service at AIC Annex, Kesses, Uasin Gishu County on Sunday, March 9, 2025, acknowledged the ongoing construction of a church and…
LSK President Faith Odhiambo. PHOTO/@FaithOdhiambo8/X The escalating situation in Roysambu, Kasarani constituency, has drawn sharp condemnation from the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President, Faith Odhiambo, following reports of excessive police force against protesters. In a statement, on Sunday, March 9, 2025, Odhiambo expressed deep concern over the ongoing violence, highlighting the alarming actions…
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa. PHOTO/@DidmusWaBarasa/X Kimilili Member of Parliament Didmus Barasa has condemned the violence that broke out at Gusii Stadium following Raila Odinga’s appearance at an event. The incident saw a section of the crowd jeer the former prime minister while others chanted anti-Ruto slogans, creating a tense atmosphere. In a statement shared…
People’s Liberation Party (PLP) Party Leader Martha Karua during the official launch of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP) that has rebranded from the former NARC Kenya at Liberation House in Nairobi on February 27, 2025. [Standard, Kanyiri Wahito] On today’s International Women’s Day, I celebrate Kenya’s ‘Iron Lady’ Martha Wangari Karua. Unlike Kenya’s usual political gang members, the…
ODM Leader Raila Odinga. PHOTO/@RailaOdinga/X Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Raila Odinga was treated to a hostile welcome when he visited Gusii Stadium on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Raila was greeted with ‘Ruto must go’ and ‘Raila must go’ chants when he stood to speak while other Shabana FC fans stood to leave…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua at a past address. PHOTO/@rigathi/X Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has blamed President William Ruto for dragging Jesus Winner Ministry into controversy and damaging its reputation. Gachagua accused Ruto of causing unrest at the church after his Ksh20 million donation sparked public outrage. Speaking during a church service in…
Nyandarua senator John Methu Muhia during a past public function. PHOTO/@methumuhia/X Nyandarua County Senator John Methu has advised churches to avoid inviting President William Ruto to their services, arguing that his presence often brings unrest. Methu made the remarks on Sunday, March 9, 2025, while addressing a congregation at a different church. His…
Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua. [File, Standard] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that threats from a powerful government official have delayed the launch of his new political party. Speaking at a church event in Kitengela, Gachagua insisted that while the party is fully prepared for the unveiling, concerns over possible intimidation forced a…
President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga after signing the Peace and Partnership Agreement at KICC, Nairobi, on March 7, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] As the leader of the Green Thinking Action Party, the most powerful and influential Green party in Kenya and the region, I watched the past two days unfold with immense hope….