Raila, Karua speak on UhuRuto gov't 'mistakes' they will avoid
Karua said the Azimio government will settle any disagreements that may arise between its top brass internally, instead of airing the grievances publicly.On his part, Raila noted that his government will differ from the Jubilee administration in that it will introduce a system that will keep tr...
Azimio writes to IEBC seeking voter register, polling station locations
With 41 days left until Kenyans go to the polls to elect President Uhuru Kenyatta’s successor, IEBC continues to streamline the election preparation process.The commission, in what it says is maintaining an open door policy, is set to hold a consultative meeting with the four presidential candidates...
Tob Cohen case: Court told of push to arrest lawyer Murgor, contents of 3 separate wills
Murgor told a Nairobi court that there was a letter written by George Kinoti to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) seeking for his arrest but the DPP declined the request.In today’s hearing the court was also told that there are three Wills being disputed, two have been presented by Sarah and...
Raila on cost of living: I have spoken to President Kenyatta but...
Odinga pointed out that there are a lot of external factors that have contributed to the current cost of living, adding that the President is also "facing a lot of challenges" in his quest to address the country's economic crisis.
Karua: Justice Minister position will not affect my role as Raila's deputy president
Owing to Karua's proven background in legal affairs, her strong stance on human rights and fighting corruption, Odinga intends to designate her as his Justice and Constitutional Affairs minister.His plan has been met with some resistance by a section of Azimio detractors and Kenyans alike, questioni...
Who qualifies and why Ksh.6K? Raila speaks on Azimio monthly stipend
Odinga says that contrary to the discussion around the agenda that has been labelling it as unrealistic and others joking online that they should get an advance of the cash during the current hard economic times, the programme will solve the problems of those living below the poverty line.
Raila, Karua explain how they will lower cost of living within first 100 days in office
A recent report by KNBS revealed that the country’s cost of living had registered its biggest jump in more than two years.Odinga and Karua, speaking jointly during a roundtable with journalists on Tuesday evening, pledged to reverse this by cutting down on government expenditures.
Kenya and South Africa offer insights into digital economy challenges and alternatives
Many observers have identified the digital economy as an important driver of long-term growth in Africa despite current global challenges.The reality is that experiences with promoting the digital economy in sub-Saharan Africa have been mixed.
Three suspects linked to Adams Arcade shooting killed in Kasarani in botched robbery attempt
Kilimani Police Commander Andrew Mbogo said the three notorious thugs who were on police radar were cornered after they attacked an M-Pesa operator in Marurui area where they had stolen Ksh.900,000 before escaping on a motorbike.
The art of bribery: a closeup look at how traffic officers operate on Kenya’s roads
A number of reports on police corruption in Kenya have been drawn up. However, first-hand data on corrupt transactions at police checkpoints and roadblocks are not easy to come by.I examined the techniques, rationales and legal gaps that allow for corrupt practices and policing misconduct...