ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna addresses Linda Mwanainchi rally at Amalemba grounds in Kakamega town during on February 21, 2026. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] For decades now, the Western region has been a critical swing block, a “bride” pursued by every serious suitor for the presidency across the years. Today, that courtship has entered a volatile new phase. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Continue Reading 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…
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Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. [File, Standard] The meeting between vibrant Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Governor George Natembeya at a Nairobi hotel last week has excited the Western region, building hope that finally the people may be staring at the return of the Masinde Muliro and Kijana Wamalwa era. Far from a routine consultation, the optics of these two “young turks” strategizing for 2027 has ignited a conversation about a seismic shift in the region’s leadership and its resonance with the national youth vote. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.…
ODM SG Nairobi Senator Sifuna with ODM Young Captains, a subsidiary of the ODM Women League at Chungwa House, Nairobi, July 19, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] For decades, the sprawling, verdant hills of Western Kenya, popularly known as the home of the Mulembe people, have served as the ultimate swing vote in the nation’s high-stakes political poker game. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Continue Reading 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…
Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka was picked as President William Ruto’s western region campaign coordinator. [File, Standard] In the high-stakes theatre of Western Kenya politics, where loyalty is often as fluid as the Nzoia River, Bungoma governor Kenneth Lusaka is turning out to be the quintessential survivor. From the “Wheelbarrow” scandal of his first term to his return in 2022, Lusaka has mastered the art of political comeback. Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access. Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa,…
Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka was picked as President William Ruto’s western region campaign coordinator. [File, Standard] In the high-stakes theatre of Western Kenya politics, where loyalty is often as fluid as the Nzoia River, Bungoma governor Kenneth Lusaka is turning out to be the quintessential survivor. From the “Wheelbarrow” scandal of his first term to his return in 2022, Lusaka has mastered the art of political comeback. Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access. Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa,…
Mumias East MP. Peter Kelerwa Salasya at the DAP-K Party Headquarters in Nairobi on February 14, 2024. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] In the vibrant, often chaotic landscape of Kenyan politics, a new star is rising one that defies conventional moulds and traditional expectations Peter Kalerwa Salasya, the youthful Member of Parliament for Mumias East, has transformed from a social media sensation known for his theatrical antics on TikTok into an active political mover raising eyebrows across the western region. His recent surge — marked by massive rallies in Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, and Busia counties and a fervent appeal to the Gen…