Australian lawmakers have voted to censure an Aboriginal senator who heckled King Charles during his visit to Canberra last month, to express their “profound disapproval” of her protest. Lidia Thorpe shouted “you are not my King” and “this is not your land” shortly after the King addressed the Great Hall of Parliament, in an effort…
President William Ruto revealed plans on Sunday, November 17, 2024, to build a modern stadium in Nairobi aimed at addressing the growing issues of alcoholism and drug abuse, especially in the Eastlands area. Speaking during a church service in Soweto, Embakasi East, Ruto told congregants that his administration is exploring the possibility of constructing a…
Governor Johnson Sakaja has called on Kenyans to exercise patience and give President William Ruto sufficient time to fulfill his promises. Speaking during a Sunday Mass at Soweto Catholic Church in Embakasi East, Sakaja emphasized the need for a strong partnership between Nairobi County and the national government, underscoring its significance for the capital’s growth….
From Left: Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Maragua MP Mary Wamaua during the Consecration and Installation of Bishop Peter Kimani Ndung’u in Embu County, on November 16, 2024. [Muriithi Mugo, Standard] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on the government to fulfil its promises to Kenyans, now that he…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has hit out at a section of political leaders in the country for dismissing members of the clergy. In an apparent response to the backlash faced by Catholic Bishops for questioning the country’s direction, Gachagua stated that it is inappropriate to speak disrespectfully to religious leaders, who often provide valuable…
Political activist Morara Kebaso has asked congregants at Soweto Catholic Church in Nairobi County not to accept President William Ruto’s donation. Terming it as a trap, the vocal political activist urged the Soweto congregants to reject the Ksh5 million donation. In a statement issued via his X account on Sunday, November 17, 2024, the activist…
Meru Senator Kathuri Murungi and Maara Constituency Member of Parliament Kareke Mbiuki have hit out at the government for failing to prioritize the re-designing of the Nithi bridge that has claimed the lives of hundreds of Kenyans since its construction in 1983. Speaking during the commemoration of the World Day of Remembrance national celebrations held…
President William Ruto on Sunday reaffirmed his commitment to bring about positive transformation of Kenya, despite the numerous challenges his administration has faced two years after he took office. While attending a Sunday service at Soweto Catholic Church in Nairobi, Ruto reiterated his focus on making Kenya a great country and ensuring that Kenyans enjoy…
Nairobi County Governor Johnson Sakaja has called on Kenyans to be patient with President William Ruto’s administration. Sakaja insists that it is early to evaluate Ruto’s administration, which has only been in office for a little over 24 months. He believes that successful governments require time to fully implement their agendas, and this should also…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has come out to allay the simmering beef between the Kenya Kwanza administration and the Catholic church following their hard-hitting statement released on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Speaking at a church service in Kirinyaga County on Sunday, November 17, 2024, DP Kindiki told the nation that President William Ruto’s administration is…
The much-anticipated Communist Party of Kenya second national Congress, slated to go down tomorrow, Saturday, November 16, is promising to be a political game-changer as the conveners seek to revolutionize Kenyan politics and deliver a people-based agenda. While addressing the party members, who now have been identified as the Majority, after a faction led by…
President William Ruto has donated Ksh5.3 million to Soweto Catholic Church in Nairobi. Speaking in the church on Sunday, November 17, 2024, during a church service, Ruto promised to give Ksh300,000 towards the purchase of children’s uniforms and Ksh5 million for the construction of the church father’s house. “I will give them (children) a new…
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has commended President William Ruto for his efforts to enhance Kenya’s standing and reputation on the international stage. While defending Ruto’s record since taking office, Wandayi highlighted that the president’s initiatives to strengthen Kenya’s diplomatic and economic ties with other nations are yielding positive results. He cited this as evidence…
Political leaders from the Rift Valley region are expressing their support for the current trajectory the country has taken under President William Ruto’s administration. They assert that the country is progressing in the right direction and urge Kenyans to disregard naysayers. In response to recent criticisms of the head of state by Catholic Bishops, the…
The late President Mwai Kibaki and Opposition leader Raila Odinga. [File, Standard] The Narc betrayal has been considered by many Kenyans and political pundits as the modern era mother of political backstabbing and remains a point of reference anytime these deceits are discussed. Political analysts argue that the Mwai Kibaki-Raila Odinga National Rainbow Coalition (Narc)…