A collage of 2027 presidential aspirants David Maraga, Reuben Kigame and Okiya Omtatah. [File] Over the years, Kenyan presidential elections have typically been based on ethnicity and favoured wealthy candidates with substantial resources. The last three general elections held under the 2010 constitution saw a significant influx of cash from contestants in both the ruling parties and the opposition. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Subscribe Today & Save! 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 accepted…
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President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at the official opening of the Sub-County Headquarter Offices in Rangwe, Homa Bay county. [PHOTO HIRAM OMONDI/PCS. 30/5/2025] Who is fooling whom? This is perhaps the question trusted allies of President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga are struggling with as the country heads to the 2027 elections. The president’s critics claim he used Raila to defuse the Gen Z-led protests that shook his government in 2024. Raila critics claim the ODM leader rode on protests to sneak into government. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans…
President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at the official opening of the Sub-County Headquarter Offices in Rangwe, Homa Bay county. [PHOTO HIRAM OMONDI/PCS. 30/5/2025] Who is fooling whom? This is perhaps the question trusted allies of President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga are struggling with as the country heads to the 2027 elections. The president’s critics claim he used Raila to defuse the Gen Z-led protests that shook his government in 2024. Raila critics claim the ODM leader rode on protests to sneak into government. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans…
President William Ruto (right), Burundi President Evariste Ndayishimiye (centre) and South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa during the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) in Yokohama, Japan, on August 21, 2025. [PCS] Kenya will raise funds from Japanese capital markets through issuing a Samurai Bond. The revelation emerged at the ongoing Tokyo International Conference on African Development (Ticad) 2025 summit in Yokohama, Japan. The move reflects President William Ruto’s — who is attending the conference — broader policy of diversifying financing options for national development, shifting away from traditional donor dependency. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of…
President William Ruto (right), Burundi President Evariste Ndayishimiye (centre) and South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa during the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) in Yokohama, Japan, on August 21, 2025. [PCS] President William Ruto has emphasized the need for increased intra-African trade through the effective implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Speaking at the Economic Pillar on Trade and Investment during the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) in Yokohama, Japan, on Thursday, Ruto highlighted the importance of removing trade barriers to better withstand and navigate the challenges posed by growing global uncertainties…
President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto arrive in Yokohama, Japan, for the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development, on August 20, 2025. [PCS] President William Ruto used the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD-9) to advocate for enhanced cooperation with Japan in areas such as education, manufacturing, sports, and technology to strengthen economic resilience. TICAD-9, with the theme “Co-creating Innovative Solutions With Africa People-to-;People Partnership for Shared Prosperity,” is the largest Africa-focused business expo and diplomatic platform in Japan. Ruto emphasized the long-standing relationship between Kenya and Japan, noting that it has flourished for six…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during an economic empowerment programme in Kitui County. [Philip Muasya, Standard] Deputy President Kithure Kindiki-led national economic empowerment programme has faced intense public and political scrutiny due to significant cash donations made during the events. These initiatives, which have seen officials traveling across the country by helicopters, continue to stir controversy in Kenya’s political landscape, raising questions about the source of the funding. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Subscribe Today & Save! Unlock Now Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa,…
When President William Ruto inspected projects during his tour of Nothern Kenya on February 07, 2025. [PCS] President William Ruto may have won the hearts of many voters in the 2022 Presidential election, who hoped he would fulfill his promise of transforming their lives. However, three years later, Ruto is facing relentless criticism, which many consider unmatched in the country’s political history. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Subscribe Today & Save! Unlock Now Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during the unveiling of his Democracy for the Citizens Party flanked by interim deputy party leader Cleophas Malala in Nairobi, on May 15, 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard] As the country’s political landscape continues to shift ahead of the 2027 general election, Nakuru County—populous and highly cosmopolitan—has emerged as a key battleground for both government and opposition forces. A significant portion of Kikuyu voters in the county, who previously solidly backed President William Ruto’s presidential bid, have started to drift away from him following the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. In the wake of…
Opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, Fred Matiang’i and Eugene Wamalwa during a thanks giving ceremony at Wamunyoro in Nyeri County on May 04, 2025. [Denish Ochieng, Standard] As the clock ticks towards the 2027 General Elections, regional kingpins are already stoking the fires of ethnic loyalties to rally their constituents. In recent times, politicians have been meeting in hotels and private residences to plan before presenting themselves to the media to urge their communities to await political guidance. Get Trusted News for Only Ksh99 a Week Subscribe Today & Save! Get Started Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing…
Former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala. [File, Standard] When they threw their weight behind President William Ruto and helped him win the presidency by rallying support in their backyards, most were optimistic that their stay in Kenya Kwanza would be rewarded. They include veteran politicians who devoted their time, resources, and livelihoods to help Ruto, then a heavily sidelined deputy president, to outsmart the campaign machinery that his boss President Uhuru Kenyatta had assembled, through the Azimio coalition, to upset him. Two and a half years into Rutopolitics and his administration, the very individuals who played a crucial role in…
CEO Haki Africa Hussein Khalid escape police dragnet along Muindi Mbingu street during Gen Z demos. July 25, 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The Geneva-based Institute for Human Rights (IHR) has expressed support for the BBC Africa Eye documentary that revealed the police killings of Generation Z protestors in June of last year, urging the government to conduct an investigation. The BBC, an international news organization, aired the documentary exposing these killings that occurred on June 25, 2024, during the anti-Finance Bill 2024 protest. David Koros, the President of IHR, described the killings depicted in the documentary as “a well-planned execution by state security…
Police lobbed teargas cannisters at the journalists covering the developments. [Julius Kipsang, Standard] Tension flared at Kirobon Girls Secondary School on Tuesday after police officers reportedly teargassed and manhandled journalists covering the attempted arrest of former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala. Malala, who is also a former Kakamega Senator, had arrived at the school to supervise rehearsals for the play “Echoes of War”—a student production by Butere Girls High School slated to feature in the ongoing 63rd National Drama and Film Festivals. He is the scriptwriter of the satirical piece, which has recently drawn national attention. Police officers blocked Malala…
President William Ruto addressing residents at Ol Kalou town in Nyandarua county on April 03, 2025 during his Mt Kenya Region Tour. [Kipsang Joseph,Standard] President William Ruto’s recent development tour of the turbulent Mt. Kenya region has provided him with insight into what to anticipate for his re-election bid in 2027. Opinion is divided over the visit, as some leaders perceive the tour as thawing his relationship with the region, while others regard it as inconsequential. Political analysts suggest that this five-day tour has revealed a shifting political landscape, indicating that the region, which once rallied behind him, is no…