President William Ruto campaigns for his UDA candidate David Ndakwa during official commissioning of Malava- Samitsi- Navakholo road at Malava junction on October 3o, 2025.[Benjamin Sakwa/Standard] The death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has ignited fresh political realignments across the Western region. In the aftermath, President William Ruto has turned his focus to Western Kenya, a region long regarded as Raila’s political stronghold. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards…
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President William Ruto campaigns for his UDA candidate David Ndakwa during official commissioning of Malava- Samitsi- Navakholo road at Malava junction on October 3o, 2025.[Benjamin Sakwa/Standard] The death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has ignited fresh political realignments across the Western region. In the aftermath, President William Ruto has turned his focus to Western Kenya, a region long regarded as Raila’s political stronghold. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards…
The late Raila Odinga with George Khaniri,Musalia Mudavadi and Moses Wetangula arrive at Supreme Court Nairobi to follow Nasa filed petition hearing 28/08/17. [FILE,Standard] Raila Odinga’s political influence in Western Kenya spanned more than two decades, shaping the region’s alliances, leadership, and reform agenda. At one point, he even claimed lineage from the Wanga Kingdom, famously referring to himself as a grandchild of the famous King Nabongo Mumia, a gesture that deepened his bond with the Luhya community. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content…
Vihiga Senator and the Chairperson County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee Godfrey Osotsi during the Committee meeting at Bunge Tower, Nairobi on March 10, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] A section of senators has assured county governments of their commitment to push for increased funding in the 2025/26 Division of Revenue Bill, vowing to stand firm on the Senate’s proposal to allocate counties Sh465 billion. Led by Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi and Nairobi’s Edwin Sifuna, the lawmakers insisted they would not accept anything less in the ongoing mediation process between the National Assembly and the Senate. The mediation follows the…
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya. [File, Standard] The political landscape of Western Kenya has long been elusive. Now, Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is emerging as a bold and outspoken leader, challenging the region’s entrenched political order. Get Trusted News for Only Ksh99 a Week Subscribe Today & Save! Get Started Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters Already a subscriber? Log in The political landscape of Western Kenya has long been elusive. Published Date: 2025-06-01 00:00:00 Author: By Brian Kisanji Source: The Standard
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula and Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi during funeral mass service of Malava MP Malulu Injendi at Lugusi village in Malava on March 3, 2025. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] Leaders from Western Kenya have launched an ambitious campaign to unite the region ahead of the 2027 general elections, aiming to consolidate political power and position the Luhya community for national leadership. At a high-profile event held at Shamakhokho Secondary School in Hamisi, Vihiga County, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi led calls for unity, urging residents to rally behind the Kenya Kwanza government.…
Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers Vihiga branch Secretary General Sabala Inyeni. [File, Standard] Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet) Vihiga branch officials have criticised the National Assembly Education Committee’s decision to reject the recent promotion of more than 25,000 teachers. The officials accused the lawmakers of overreaching their mandate and interfering with the professional independence of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). Kuppet officials led by Vihiga branch Secretary General Sabala Inyeni, said the move as unlawful and detrimental to the morale and career progression of teachers nationwide. “The decision by MPs to demand the cancellation of…