Wiper Patriotic Front Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka speaking at the Konrad Adenauer-Stiftung’s Youth Building Bridges Strengthening Inter-Party Cooperation For The Young Generation Forum at Nairobi’s Ufungamano Hall. [Jenipher Wachie, Standard] Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is facing growing pressure in Ukambani as influential figures and grassroots leaders increasingly shift their loyalties. Recent moves by county leaders and emerging parties have exposed cracks in his traditional support base, raising questions about his ability to consolidate the community ahead of the 2027 elections. .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0),…
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Charity Ngilu, Kalonzo Musyoka, Uhuru Kenyatta and the late ODM leader Raila Odinga at the Azimio flag bearer unveiling in Nairobi on March 12, 2022. [File, Standard] The National Liberal Party (NLP), a founding member of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition, has formally petitioned the Registrar of Political Parties to provide clarity on the coalition’s current status. Secretary General Omondi Koyoo, in the letter, said the registrar must provide details on the coalition structure, finances, and membership. This comes at a time when Azimio is grappling with internal shifts, including the resignation of its Executive Director, Raphael Tuju,…
Nyansiongo Tea Factory Director Monica Orwochi plucks tea at her Ribwago farm,Borabu in Nyamira County on May 6, 2024. [Sammy Omingo, Standard] Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Support Bold Journalism Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML = “”; paywallEl.style.display = “block”; } else if (now >= saleStart && now <= saleEnd) { paywallEl.style.display = “none”; var diffToEnd = saleEnd – now; var totalSeconds = Math.floor(diffToEnd / 1000); var days…
Outgoing AAK President Florence Nyole at a past function. [File, Standard] The Architectural Association of Kenya has hailed the government’s decision to designate the Nairobi River Corridor as a Special Planning Area (SPA). President Florence Nyole said the step is a significant milestone in addressing social and environmental injustices caused by pollution, neglect and unregulated development. In a press statement, Nyole said the start of the long rain season is a stark reminder of the devastating impacts of flooding, including loss of lives, property destruction and forced evictions in many parts of the country. “These recurring disasters underscore the urgent…