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Kenya politics news and explainers: Parliament, parties, elections, devolution and power. Clear reporting for citizens tracking policy and 2027.
Nairobi Needs Political Will, Not More Paper Plans
Nairobi has plans for transport, housing and waste—but a Nation blog says execution fails without sustained political will.
Could TikTok Tip Kenya’s High-Stakes 2027 Election?
Short-video platforms are becoming campaign infrastructure. A Nation opinion asks whether TikTok can swing Kenya’s 2027 contest.
Mt Kenya By-Election Losers Regroup for the 2027 Fight
Candidates and camps that lost recent Mount Kenya by-elections are reorganising networks and narratives ahead of the 2027 general election.
IEBC Clarifies Stance on Livestreaming Election Results
The IEBC has moved to set the record straight after debate over whether polling-station results livestreams would be stopped ahead of 2027.
What Went Wrong? Ol Kalou Delivers a Reality Check for Ruto
Analysis of the Ol Kalou by-election blowout asks why UDA collapsed in a Mount Kenya seat and what it signals for President Ruto’s 2027 path.
Ol Kalou Victor Waweru: Ruto Promised a Job, Gachagua Hired Me, Kindiki Fired Me
MP-elect Sammy Waweru Ngotho says his path ran through a Ruto job promise, Gachagua’s office, and dismissal after Kindiki took over the DP role.
Nairobi’s Sh49 Billion Budget Impasse Ends: What Changes for Residents
Nairobi’s drawn-out budget standoff has ended around a Sh49 billion package—here is how the settlement is expected to hit services and politics.
Landmark Ruling Strengthens Senators’ Access to County Records
A court decision has reinforced senators’ rights to obtain county records for oversight—tightening the paper trail governors must open.
When Voters Trade Conscience for Cash, Democracy Thins
A political ethics essay argues democracy weakens the moment public office becomes something voters auction to the highest bidder.