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Brian Otieno

Two edged sword: Raila-Ruto deal can build, destroy country at will

Since they closed ranks last July, Ruto and Raila have shown how much power they wield jointly.

Two edged sword: Raila-Ruto deal can build, destroy country at will

President of handshakes: Raila wins every time he loses

President of handshakes: Raila wins every time he loses

Ruto halts charges for IDs as Kenyans pile more pressure

Ruto halts charges for IDs as Kenyans pile more pressure

Ruto's packed weekday rallies a sign of lack of jobs in the city

Ruto's packed weekday rallies a sign of lack of jobs in the city

Ruto's scorecard vs reality: Is Kenya Kwanza delivering on promises?

According to Mzalendo’s data, 106 pledges are yet to be initiated, 23 have been broken, and eight have stalled.

Ruto's scorecard vs reality: Is Kenya Kwanza delivering on promises?

The numerical edge in the Ruto, Raila pact

In Raila, Ruto has a proven mobiliser of votes. In 2022, Raila secured more than 6.9 million votes, trailing the president’s 7.1 million.

The numerical edge in the Ruto, Raila pact

Pushed by critics to the wall, Ruto needed Raila for survival

Bagging former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and getting him to formally commit to a co-operation agreement, undoubtedly, handed the President Ruto a political lifeline.

Pushed by critics to the wall, Ruto needed Raila for survival

Anxiety as nation awaits Raila's big reveal on how he'll engage with Ruto

The country is awaiting a declaration from former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on how he and and President William Ruto are going to engage going forward with bated breath.

Anxiety as nation awaits Raila's big reveal on how he'll engage with Ruto

Sakaja's bizarre waste banquet shakes Nairobi

Sakaja’s goal was to bring back sanity to the city. From the garbage dumping events of last week, many must have been fooled by Sakaja’s definition of sanity.

Sakaja's bizarre waste banquet shakes Nairobi

Kalonzo struggles for support as allies and opportunies slip away

Former Vice-President Kalonzo Musyoka has several friends surrounding him, but few appear fully committed to backing his presidential ambitions.

Kalonzo struggles for support as allies and opportunies slip away

Ruto, Raila coalition deal 'as good as done'

President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's meeting in Mombasa set the stage for a political arrangement.

Ruto, Raila coalition deal 'as good as done'

Riggy G: Raila Odinga will be president if he joins us

Gachagua asks former PM Raila Odinga to reject president’s overtures ahead of 2027. Says he is listening to the ground and seeking out other leaders for a strong alliance.

Riggy G: Raila Odinga will be president if he joins us

Is Ruto helpless without Raila?

Without Raila, Ruto looks wounded, so much so that everyone seems to want to duel him.

Is Ruto helpless without Raila?

Wafula Chebukati: Hero or villain?

Former IEBC boss Wafula Chebukati was many things to many people but he was never shy to speak his mind

Wafula Chebukati: Hero or villain?

Addis race: Raila concedes defeat but stands tall

The former Prime Minister stood bold, finding words in a tough moment. He accepted the loss, saying that he was confident that his friends had supported him.

Addis race: Raila concedes defeat but stands tall

Intrigues of Raila's AUC loss

Ahead of the crucial vote, Kenya was at a bad place over the conflict in Eastern DR Congo, amid accusations that Nairobi favoured Rwanda

Intrigues of Raila's AUC loss

Ruto on campaign overdrive as Raila stares at AUC moment of truth

On Friday President William Ruto met Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy and five other presidents to lobby for Kenya's candidate Raila Odinga.

Ruto on campaign overdrive as Raila stares at AUC moment of truth

Ruto lands in Addis for high-stakes AUC election

President William Ruto arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, two days before 35 African Heads of State and their representatives vote for Moussa Faki Mahamat’s replacement as AUC chairperson.

Ruto lands in Addis for high-stakes AUC election

Blunders Raila and Ruto hope to avoid in bid for Africa's top seat

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on Wednesday made a stop in Bujumbura, Burundi, in a last-minute campaign for his candidature to replace Moussa Faki Mahamat as the AUC chairman.

Blunders Raila and Ruto hope to avoid in bid for Africa's top seat

We're footing our Addis bills, MPs say

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will be seeking to succeed Moussa Faki Mahamat as the AUC chairperson on Saturday.Reports indicate that a host of MPs will be part of the entourage.

We're footing our Addis bills, MPs say

Raila Odinga's defining moment is finally here

49 Heads of state and government from across the continent meet in Addis Ababa on Saturday and Sunday to vote as Ruto hopes backing Raila’s bid pays off.

Raila Odinga's defining moment is finally here

ODM moves to solidify its grip on Western amid Ruto's onslaught

The opposition party has been in existence since 2005 after winning a referendum. Today, 10,000 delegates will converge at the Bukhungu stadium in Kakamega.

ODM moves to solidify its grip on Western amid Ruto's onslaught

Raila takes the upper hand in Parliament after court decision

After a court ruling, Raila’s Azimio coalition now holds the majority in Parliament, shifting the balance of power with President Ruto, left at Raila’s mercy facing mounting challenges.

Raila takes the upper hand in Parliament after court decision

Raila AUC chair bid advances as 28 votes secured

Raila’s secretariat claims they have secured the support of 28 nations. With 49 states voting, the winner needs 33 votes to win in the first round.

Raila AUC chair bid advances as 28 votes secured

Raila AUC chair bid backed by 28 nations, campaign secretariat says

He needs to secure at least two-thirds of the votes from 49 AU member states to win in the first round. So far, Raila can count on the support of East African Community nations.

Raila AUC chair bid backed by 28 nations, campaign secretariat says

Ruto, Raila to share podium at Nyanza investment conference

President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga are scheduled to share a podium this week at the Nyanza International Investment Conference in Kisumu.

Ruto, Raila to share podium at Nyanza investment conference

Raila's AUC bid-Ruto support confusion leaves allies guessing

Although in campaigning for the opposition veteran, Ruto leaves no stone unturned, Raila recently said there was no one taking him to the AU, suggesting support is not a favour.

Raila's AUC bid-Ruto support confusion leaves allies guessing

Oscar Sudi's silence in Parliament speaks louder than words

Sudi recently spoke about respect for elders, warning the youth against placing their God-ordained leaders inside coffins.

Oscar Sudi's silence in Parliament speaks louder than words

How DR Congo conflict affects Raila's AUC bid

The general feeling within the DRC’s top brass was that Kenya had been siding with Rwanda in the conflict, with the attack on the Kenyan embassy showing that such feelings linger.

How DR Congo conflict affects Raila's AUC bid

Papa wa Roma: Moses Wetang'ula's 'holy' politics and divine survival skills

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has mastered survival tactics in an unpredictable political landscape. He balances loyalty with political independence, staying relevant.

Papa wa Roma: Moses Wetang'ula's 'holy' politics and divine survival skills

For William Ruto, campaigns never ended

Ruto says he hasn’t started 2027 poll campaigns, but his public engagements contradict a man eager to drum up support. Critics want him to concentrate on delivering promises to Kenyans.

For William Ruto, campaigns never ended

Ruto struggles to win over digital Gen Z amid revolt on social media

The President is agitated, perturbed and angry as youth rail at every policy and action he takes. Since Dutch King’s visit was announced, Kenyans have written to lobby him not to come to Kenya.

Ruto struggles to win over digital Gen Z amid revolt on social media

Farah Maalim: Foul mouth MP with no regard for morality

From the sunroof of a vehicle, the MP called young Kenyans their mothers’ private body parts. Last July, Maalim said he would kill 5000 Gen Z who were against the government.

Farah Maalim: Foul mouth MP with no regard for morality

Raila sells policies to Southern Africa leaders as AUC polls near

Several countries have declared that they will vote for the Kenyan candidate. The most support has come from the East African Community, which Ruto has rallied.

Raila sells policies to Southern Africa leaders as AUC polls near

Abductions: Why the buck stops with Ruto

Desperately trying to secure his son’s release from captivity, a distressed Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi knew only one person could help – President William Ruto.

By 2 months ago

Abductions: Why the buck stops with Ruto

Nyanza counties eye Sh134 billion investment by local, foreign firms

Governors are pushing for investment in infrastructure, transport, energy, agriculture and blue economy sectors.President Ruto and Raila Odinga expected to grace the event.

By 2 months ago

Nyanza counties eye Sh134 billion investment by local, foreign firms

Will Kenya Gen Z persuade African leaders to reject Raila's AUC bid?

The youth have branded former Prime Minister a traitor for entering into an alliance with Ruto.

By 2 months ago

Will Kenya Gen Z persuade African leaders to reject Raila's AUC bid?

Loud Ichung'wah and his love of throwings jabs for the Big Boss

Boasting a nearly perfect cylindrical head and dimples, the mheshimiwa for Kikuyu looks nothing like the things he says. Has previously remarked that he only fears God and uji moto.

By 2 months ago

Loud Ichung'wah and his love of throwings jabs for the Big Boss

ODM warns members against singing Ruto's praises

The party also warned members against speculating its future as it was strengthening itself to win power in the 2027 general election.

By 2 months ago

ODM warns members against singing Ruto's praises

Raila Odinga 80: Kenya's grand old statesman or wily dealmaker?

Many are already writing off Raila Odinga’s chances to be Kenya’s president, as he will be 82 when the country next goes to the polls, making his AUC bid one of the few options.

By 2 months ago

Raila Odinga 80: Kenya's grand old statesman or wily dealmaker?

From 'Zakayo' to 'Kasongo': Pres Ruto scooping honours in nicknames

He may not have won the infamous Person of the Year award given to him by snoopy scribes, but President William Ruto is undoubtedly Kenya’s person of 2024.

By 2 months ago

From 'Zakayo' to 'Kasongo': Pres Ruto scooping honours in nicknames

ODM grapples with identity crisis amid rift over Ruto deal

Some members are pushing for a more independent opposition stance while others seek closer ties with government.

By 2 months ago

ODM grapples with identity crisis amid rift over Ruto deal

Busy calendar for State as Raila AUC chair bid enters crucial stretch

On Sunday, President Ruto hosted Ghana’s President-elect John Mahama at his Narok home.A week ago, the President hosted outgoing AUC chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat.

By 2 months ago

Busy calendar for State as Raila AUC chair bid enters crucial stretch

Ruto's leadership under scrutiny as Kenya joins global human rights body

On Monday, a leading global organisation revealed President Ruto had received the most votes as the world’s most corrupt leader.

By 2 months ago

Ruto's leadership under scrutiny as Kenya joins global human rights body

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