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Kenya politics news and explainers: Parliament, parties, elections, devolution and power. Clear reporting for citizens tracking policy and 2027.
What the Ol Kalou verdict means for Ruto, Gachagua, Kindiki and Uhuru
Nation’s reading of the Ol Kalou by-election is blunt: Gachagua emerges strengthened while Ruto, Kindiki, Jubilee and IEBC face uncomfortable questions — a Mt Kenya signal that will shape 2027 maths long after the ballot boxes are stored.
Sifuna shrugs off ODM SG ouster, says youth want him called ‘H.E.’
Edwin Sifuna says losing positions once entrusted by Raila Odinga has not stripped his ability to think or lead, while claiming young supporters want him addressed as ‘H.E.’ — a swagger signal as ODM succession and 2027 maths stay unsettled.
Kindiki commissions Kithimani land registry to ease title services in Yatta
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has commissioned a new land registry at Kithimani in Yatta Sub-county, promising easier title searches and transfers — a service delivery test for communities long forced to travel far for basic land paperwork.
Ruto unveils jobs boost for Nairobi artisans and mechanics
President William Ruto has unveiled a jobs push aimed at Nairobi artisans and mechanics, framing jua kali skills as a growth engine — a message that will only land if tools, markets, credit and formal recognition follow the photo-op.
Mandago: compensate parents hit by Finland scholarship programme after acquittal
After his acquittal, former Uasin Gishu Governor Jackson Mandago is calling for compensation of parents affected by the Finland scholarship programme, saying the county must take responsibility for families’ losses — a demand that reopens questions of public duty beyond criminal acquittal.
Sonko challenges Supreme Court over AG opinion on impeachment eligibility
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko is questioning how the Supreme Court handled the Attorney-General’s advisory opinion on impeached officials’ election eligibility, hinting at fresh litigation as 2027 politics sharpens and every eligibility rule becomes a weapon.
Cheruiyot: Mau, Angata Barikoi and Cheluget land disputes near resolution
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot says the government has hit key milestones on President Ruto’s pledge to resolve long-running land disputes in Mau, Angata Barikoi and Cheluget — claims communities will only trust when titles, maps and peaceful occupation match the rhetoric.
Murkomen says police no longer rely on Gachagua’s ‘gossip’ for intelligence
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of spreading gossip, saying security agencies no longer depend on him for intelligence as political rivalry hardens.
Senators condemn Duale’s alleged tribal remarks, push for Senate motion
Senators including Kitui’s Enoch Wambua have condemned alleged tribal remarks attributed to Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and are pushing for a formal Senate motion, arguing leaders must not fan ethnic division.