Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) last week launched a joint monitoring mechanism in a bid to tame a vicious cycle of violence, that continued even as both sides pledged to back a peace path. The new platform is known as Mécanisme de Vérification Ad-hoc Renforcé (MVA-R) and was launched on Tuesday in…
Communist Party of Kenya Vice-Chairman Booker Omole has continued with his push to pressure the government as he seeks to recruit more youth into power and inspire the masses to embrace uncompromising leadership. The firebrand, who has lately become a Pan-African sensation with his radical messaging, revolutionary talk and fiery speeches, on Sunday, November 10,…
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has officially appointed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as its new deputy party leader. The party confirmed Kindiki’s appointment on Monday during the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. According to Cecily Mbarire, UDA’s National Chairperson, the NEC acknowledged that due to recent resolutions in the National Assembly, a Senate vote, and…
Former nominated Senator Millicent Omanga has been appointed to the board of the Local Authorities Provident Fund (LAP FUND), alongside Samuel Kariuki Maina and Beatrice Kones. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced the appointments, effective November 8, 2024, in a Gazette notice. The three appointees will serve a three-year term, as stipulated under Section 5(1)(a)…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja dismissed rumors claiming there was a plot to remove Moses Wetang’ula as National Assembly Speaker. Speaking at a church service in Khwisero, Kakamega County, Sakaja assured the public that there were no such plans and urged those eyeing the position to abandon their ambitions. “I was concerned when I heard the…
Former Gender CS Aisha Jumwa during a thanksgiving ceremony for Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga. The presence of former Gender Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa at Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga’s thanksgiving ceremony has sparked speculation among political circles about a possible return to the ODM party. Leaders, including Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma, shared…
Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has called for constitutional amendments to prevent individuals from using the courts to block government projects. Speaking during a church service in Kakamega on Sunday Atwoli urged the President to consider altering specific sections of the constitution to ensure smoother execution of government initiatives. “I…
President William Ruto has announced a radical shift in his administration’s policy, with plans to fulfill campaign pledges starting in 2025. Speaking in Kwisero, Kakamega County on Sunday, November 10, 2024, Ruto revealed that his government would now take a new direction after addressing key challenges within his administration. The President expressed confidence in his…
President William Ruto was joined a section of western Kenya top leaders in Kwisero, Kakamega County Calls of unity dominated a church service at Ekambuli Church of God in Kwisero, Kakamega County, where President William Ruto joined a section of western Kenya top leaders in calling for unity of purpose devoid of tribal divisions among all…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has attributed the thriving macroeconomic situation in Kenya to the progressive economic transformation policies initiated by President William Ruto. Speaking in Mwatate, Taita Taveta County during a Thanksgiving service, the DP pointed out that inflation is at a record 2.7 pc, the lowest in 17 years. Kindiki affirmed the government’s commitment to improving the livelihoods of Kenyans and called…
Embakasi East Member of Parliament (MP) Paul Ongili alias Babu Owino has urged the national government to keep their promise and compensate families of those killed during June-July 2024 countrywide anti-government protests led by Gen Zs. Speaking on Sunday, November 10, 2024, during Governor Gladys Wanga’s thanksgiving ceremony in Rangwe, Homa Bay County, the vocal…
President Vladimir Putin has stated that sanctions imposed on Russia will not prevent the Eastern European nation from offering support to African countries. Speaking at the ministerial conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum in Sochi, Putin emphasised that his administration is dedicated to enhancing partnerships across the continent, highlighting numerous areas where Moscow is prepared…
Sheikh Hasina Supporters of Bangladesh’s ousted ex-leader were arrested after following her orders to protest bearing placards of Donald Trump, police said Sunday, accusing them of trying to undermine relations with Washington. Former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, 77, fled by helicopter to India on August 5, following weeks of deadly student-led protests. Since then a…
Deadly post-election violence in Mozambique has added another layer to the crises confronting southern Africa in a year the region has also seen of one of the worst droughts on record. Mozambique descended into chaos following a disputed election on October 9 with civil society accusing police of killing 20 people and injuring hundreds more…
When Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro handed a rait to President William Ruto during their 2022 campaigns at Maela in Naivasha, Nakuru County. [File, Standard] Where is the charismatic Kiharu MP, Ndindi Nyoro, who not long ago was seen as a promising presidential contender? Once a vibrant and energetic figure frequently in the public eye,…