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Melita Ole Tenges

Melita Ole Tenges

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Matiang’i blames Ruto for failing to challenge Tanzanian President Suluhu over Gen Z remarks
May 07, 2026 09:00 (EAT) • 24 minutes ago

Matiang’i blames Ruto for failing to challenge Tanzanian President Suluhu over Gen Z remarks

Matiang’i argued that Ruto missed a critical opportunity to affirm Kenya’s democratic values after President Samia called for tough action against dissenting voices in the two countries.

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Activists condemn Suluhu over ‘crack the whip’ remarks on Gen Z protests
May 06, 2026 09:47 (EAT) • 23 hours ago

Activists condemn Suluhu over ‘crack the whip’ remarks on Gen Z protests

The Kenya Human Rights Commission has strongly condemned Suluhu over calls to “crack the whip” quite literally on activists and Gen Z youth opposing the governments of Kenya and Tanzania.

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Ruto expresses concern over low voter registration in Rift Valley stronghold
May 01, 2026 04:07 (EAT) • 6 days ago

Ruto expresses concern over low voter registration in Rift Valley stronghold

The President termed it a heavy political burden to seek support elsewhere while his own stronghold lags behind, urging residents to register in large numbers and secure his second-term bid in 2027.

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Opposition eyes Mombasa in 2027 power push, seeks to end ODM monopoly
April 25, 2026 10:15 (EAT) • 1 week ago

Opposition eyes Mombasa in 2027 power push, seeks to end ODM monopoly

The leaders have thrown their weight behind Nyali MP Mohamed Ali for the Mombasa gubernatorial seat on a Wiper ticket, in what appears to be a strategy to consolidate opposition support across regions.

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‘You can be party leader of the birds!’ Oburu tells off Orengo over ODM leadership claims
April 24, 2026 09:07 (EAT) • 1 week ago

‘You can be party leader of the birds!’ Oburu tells off Orengo over ODM leadership claims

Oburu insists he was duly elected by ODM members, maintaining that his mandate is legitimate and binding.He made it clear that he will not resign, bow to pressure, or be intimidated by any individual or faction within the party.

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Gachagua’s explosive remarks at MP Kiaraho burial spark storm in Parliament
April 09, 2026 08:37 (EAT) • 4 weeks ago

Gachagua’s explosive remarks at MP Kiaraho burial spark storm in Parliament

Majority Leader in the National Assembly, Kimani Ichung’wah, led MPs in condemning Gachagua over remarks made on Wednesday, with legislators now calling for tougher laws against politicians who spread hate, especially during funerals.

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Budget rises to Ksh.4.6 trillion after MPs approve supplementary spending
April 03, 2026 09:30 (EAT) • 1 month ago

Budget rises to Ksh.4.6 trillion after MPs approve supplementary spending

Budget Committee Chair Samuel Atandi says the higher allocation is largely meant to clear unpaid dues in the education, security and health sectors.This comes despite the National Treasury initially proposing a lower increase of Ksh.287 billion.

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Ruto defends his record, says achievements guarantee him second term
April 01, 2026 07:36 (EAT) • 1 month ago

Ruto defends his record, says achievements guarantee him second term

President Ruto also rejected allegations that Ksh.103 billion was lost through the Social Health Authority, accusing opposition leaders of lacking understanding of the program’s benefits.

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MPs approve partial sale of Safaricom stake amid court battle
March 31, 2026 08:07 (EAT) • 1 month ago

MPs approve partial sale of Safaricom stake amid court battle

The approval comes despite ongoing court cases seeking to block the sale, with National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula insisting that no court order can interfere with parliamentary proceedings.

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President Ruto hits back at clergy, warns against politicising the pulpit
March 21, 2026 08:45 (EAT) • 1 month ago

President Ruto hits back at clergy, warns against politicising the pulpit

A war of words between President Ruto and opposition leaders has escalated in recent days, with sharp public exchanges drawing the attention of the church. Religious leaders have condemned the rising lack of decorum.

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