Life after Raila

Former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, a towering figure in Kenyan politics, has left a huge vacuum, with his death setting the stage for a major realignment in the political landscape.

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Kalonzo missing in action as Mashujaa Day is celebrated in his tuff

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka on Monday skipped the Mashujaa Day celebrations held in his Kitui backyard, choosing instead to honour the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in a tribute.

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SRC nominee Michael Kingi put to task over political links

Salaries and Remuneration Commission nominee Michael Thoyah Kingi has said he is not a member of any political party and was not contesting in the upcoming by-elections.

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Tears, tributes as Raila's journey ends at Nyayo

The country came to a standstill as millions of Kenyans glued themselves to television screens to follow the State funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at Nyayo National Stadium.

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MPs to pay tribute to Raila led by Speaker Wetang'ula

A somber mood engulfed Parliament buildings on Wednesday when legislators received news of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s demise.

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Inside new computer and land use laws

Early on Wednesday morning before the country received the news of demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, President William Ruto assented into law,eight Bills passed by the National Assembly.

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Mps accuse Ogamba of misleading House on capitation

Parliament has summoned Education CS Julius Ogamba over delayed school capitation. MPs are demanding answers as exams approach and institutions face crippling financial constraints.

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UoN tops list as new audit exposes unclaimed billions in universities

Auditor reveals institutions holding Sh2.6b in caution money, overpaid student fees. She urges stricter compliance of the law and protection of unclaimed financial assets.

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Learning institutions in the spot over caution money and overpaid fees

Learning institutions are expected to remit caution money and overpaid fees that remain unclaimed for a period exceeding two years after successful completion of studies.

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How Ruto is using divide-and-rule tactics to tear into opposition

United opposition leaders have condemned what they term President William Ruto’s alleged attempts to divide and destabilise them ahead of his 2027 re-election bid.

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Muturi: Privatisation plan is plunder disguised as reform

Former AG Justin Muturi says the plan appears to be an effort to make State corporations efficient and profitable but what emerges is the systematic looting of strategic national assets.

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Government blames global market for low tea bonuses, unveils quality lab plan

Ronoh said the Government is establishing a Tea Quality Analysis Laboratory in Mombasa to provide a scientific method of valuing tea and validate the quality and safety of Kenyan tea.

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MPs demand an explanation of HSNP

A parliamentary committee has expressed concerns over persistent delays in disbursing funds under the Hunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP).

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Mps accuse KTDA of incompetence, want an ad hoc committee established

MPs from the West of Rift tea-growing region have decried a drop in bonuses recorded this year and called out the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) over its alleged inefficiency.

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CS Kagwe roots for revival of fibre crops

Kagwe, who appeared before the National Assembly Committee on Delegated Legislation, said the regulations will be critical in unlocking the full potential of fibre crops.

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Petition against delivery of original marriage papers

Petitioners want MPs to push for revocation of a policy requiring licensed ministers of faith to physically deliver original marriage certificates to the Registrar of Marriages in Nairobi.

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Why county wants Tsavo East and West parks status changed

Taita Taveta County Government has petitioned Parliament to re-categorise Tsavo East and Tsavo West national parks so as to manage and get a share of revenue collected from the facilities.

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Ruto, Raila allies dominate list of nominees for national honours

Among the nominees are senators, MPs, and parliamentary staff recommended for recognition under different categories.

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When the health of political leaders is a public matter

On Sunday morning, Raila Odinga office issued a statement dispelling what they termed as misinformation on the former Prime Minister’s health.

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Matiang'i factor as Uhuru enters the fray ahead of 2027 elections

Despite former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s backing, questions arise on whether Matiang’i will marshal the support he needs especially from Mt Kenya because there is also Gachagua.

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KPC planned sale gets House's nod amid opposition from some MPs

The process of offloading 65 per cent of the Kenya Pipeline Company shareholding moved a notch higher after the National Assembly approved privatisation of the company.

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How KQ's Sh387b dream crashed before takeoff

Project Mawingu, launched in 2012, was expected to push KQ into a global airline with 119 destinations by 2021.

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EAC in financial mess as members fail to meet obligations

East Africa Legislative Assembly has been unable to hold formal sessions, while many other functions have been underfunded.

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A split mountain? How Uhuru's Jubilee comeback shakes up Gachagua's grip

Mt Kenya now finds itself torn between Uhuru’s renewed Jubilee push and Gachagua’s ambitious bid to cement his authority.

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Muturi slams Ruto's 'stadium of advisors' as costly and ineffective

Muturi said contracting many advisors is not leadership but extravagance disguised as governance.

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MPs push for new policy to protect agricultural land

Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi has tabled a motion seeking the land policy changes.

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MPs question sale of Portland shares to Tanzanian tycoon at half market price

Board says new ownership likely to influence board voting rights and corporate decision-making.

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How Treasury's Sh864m debt is crippling media houses

Lawmakers accuse government of starving press through unpaid bills.

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Traders ask Senate to shelve tobacco Bill

Boniface Gachoka asked the Senate to protect jobs and businesses by rejecting overregulation and duplicative licensing.

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Inside the struggles shaping Gachagua's 2027 bid

Gachagua’s party, DCP faces growing internal and external struggles in the lead-up to November by-elections.

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Kenya's envoys get green light as MPs raise questions on DRC posting

Of the nine, five are serving career diplomats.

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Nairobi MPs threaten to halt KDF recruitment over clustering dispute

They said the clustering may disadvantage youth in Nairobi, and create an avenue for corruption

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Media Council seeks Sh1.5b AI system to boost oversight

The Media Council of Kenya is seeking a Sh1.5 billion artificial intelligence (AI) powered system even as Parliament called for a home-grown solution.

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US ties with Kenya deep despite global dynamics, envoy assures

The US has assured Kenya of continued support across key sectors, even as it pledged to deepen the long-standing partnership despite shifting global geopolitical dynamics.

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Come clean on November mini polls plans, opposition tells IEBC

The opposition coalition has written to the IEBC, seeking access to information and records necessary to verify whether the Commission has complied with the Constitution in all operations.

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Raila: ODM has not decided on its flagbearer for the 2027 election

ODM leader Raila Odinga has stated that the party has not yet decided whether it will field a presidential candidate in the 2027 General Election.

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Former AG Muturi warns Sh1.2b claims fund illegal

Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary, Justin Muturi, has raised concerns over the Government’s decision to allocate Sh1.2 billion to settle civil servants’ injury and accident claims.

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KWS says new rules go beyond fee changes

 Under the proposed framework, this figure is projected to grow to Sh16.5 billion by 2028.

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Counties raise concerns over delays in e-procurement system

Samburu Governor, Jonathan Lati Lelelit who appeared before the Senate Committee on Roads and Transportation to respond to county queries said e-procurement is the way to go for the country.

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Kagwe woos US investors to venture into Kenya's agriculture

Kagwe, who spoke as he concluded a tour of the US, said such investments could shift Kenya from being a net importer to an exporter of key staples

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