Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has unveiled an eight-point political strategy centred on cooperation with former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, as he seeks to consolidate the Mt Kenya voting bloc ahead of the 2027 General Election. Mr Gachagua, who leads the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), is facing growing political…
Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has downplayed the recent wave of defections from his party, claiming that those who have crossed over to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) were never loyal in the first place. According to Gachagua, the departing leaders were planted moles working on behalf of…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is currently facing one of the most serious internal crises in its history following the passing of its long-time leader, the late Raila Odinga. What once appeared to be Kenya’s most stable and organised party has lately been beset by deep divisions, power struggles and competing visions for the future…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appointed former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala to oversee the implementation of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) 2026 Plan of Action. The decision signals a major step by the party as it prepares for the next political cycle. The announcement was made on Monday following a three-day retreat…
Uganda’s long-serving President Yoweri Museveni has been re-elected to a seventh term in office, according to official results released by the Electoral Commission on Saturday. Museveni, 81, secured 71.65 percent of the vote, defeating his main challenger, opposition leader Bobi Wine, who garnered 24.72 percent. The victory had been widely anticipated, with Museveni having indicated…
President Ruto hosts UDA grassroot leaders in Nyeri County
President William Ruto has announced that Kenya will begin the construction of a new world-class airport this year, aimed at boosting investment, tourism, and business opportunities in the country. Watch the video here Speaking to members of the Dawoodi Bohra community in Nairobi on Friday, the President emphasized that Kenya’s journey towards first-world status is…
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) National Executive Committee (NEC) has formally mandated party leader President William Ruto to initiate structured coalition negotiations with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision, reached during an NEC meeting held in Nairobi on Wednesday, January 14, signals UDA’s intention to formalise and strengthen…
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has announced a temporary suspension of public internet access and selected mobile services ahead of the country’s General Election scheduled for Thursday, January 15. In a directive issued by the regulator, UCC Executive Director Nyombi Thembo said the move is intended to protect national security and preserve public order during…
