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William Ruto

Ruto’s Gusii tour set against backdrop of Matiang’i-Gachagua political fight

The president faces a politically charged reception.


  1. PREMIUM Luo Ker Odungi Randa: Why I refused to meet Kalonzo

    Kalonzo and his delegation had planned to pay a courtesy call on Mr Randa at his office.

  2. Kalonzo disputes official Homa Bay rally death toll

    Wiper leader claims more people were killed than officially reported.

  3. PREMIUM The Mt Kenya ticket dilemma as Gachagua faces fresh resistance

    The question of who will carry Mt Kenya’s interests on the presidential ticket is threatening to unsettle Gachagua’s strategy.

    Rigathi Gachagua
  4. Kalonzo turns to Raila’s name to charm Nyanza, but convoy attacked in Migori

    His rally was disrupted by stone-throwing youths and teargas.

  5. PREMIUM Defections put ODM rebels on edge ahead of 2027

    Shifting alliances are setting the stage for bruising nomination battles in party strongholds.

    Oburu Oginga
  6. Matiang’i, Orengo replace Uhuru in Ukombozi Alliance

    Changes were announced by the coalition’s party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, who is also the Wiper Patriotic Front boss.

  7. Mudavadi’s ex-party resurrected by court, freezes replacement of late MP

    MP Dena died on December 6, 2025, months after the ANC party folded to join President Ruto’s UDA.

    Trust Summit
  8. PREMIUM Chivayo’s ex-wife strikes deal with his sister to manage late tycoon’s estate

    The arrangement, signed on November 3, 2026, aims to protect the interests of Chivayo's two young children.

    big back
  9. Kalonzo heads to South Nyanza in fresh hunt for votes

    Allies like Senator Dan Maanzo are banking on historical ties with the late Raila Odinga.

    Kalonzo Musyoka
  10. PREMIUM What next for Kalonzo as Ngilu enters Gachagua, Sifuna alliance

    Ngilu’s involvement could challenge Kalonzo’s influence.

    Kalonzo Musyoka
  11. PREMIUM Livestreaming of election results back to statute books

    IEBC Chairperson does not possess the authority to alter, re-tally, or further verify results declared at the constituency level, according to court.

    Finance Bill
  12. CS Ruku joins crowded Nairobi governor race, takes aim at Sakaja's record

    He says the capital of a country with one of the largest economies in the region, is poorly managed.

    Geoffrey Ruku
  13. PREMIUM Nairobi ODM MCAs allied to Sifuna face removal from key Assembly positions

    “Yes, it is true. A motion is ready and would be tabled any moment from now."- source.

    Nairobi County Assembly
  14. PREMIUM Season of defections: More leaders change parties ahead of 2027

    Poghisio is the latest defector, having left Gideon Moi's Kanu for ODM.

  15. PREMIUM CS Joho returns to class years after degree controversy

    'Unlike many Kenyans, I started working before chasing books, but that does not mean I am a failure.' - Joho

    Hassan Joho
  16. PREMIUM Court gives Mosop MP Kirwa five days to explain prolonged absence from Parliament

    Petitioner Timothy Tororey argued that the MP has remained outside the country and missed sittings for over two years.

    DNBungeKirwa3011ws
  17. PREMIUM Battle for City Hall: Inside Nairobi’s high-stakes governor seat

    Sakaja, Karauri and Aladwa appear set for a bruising battle for ODM's ticket.

  18. PREMIUM Asset and rabble rouser: Two sides of Gachagua in the opposition

    Former DP accused Mr Muturi and Dr Matiang'i of failing to mobilise votes and waiting for him to deliver presidency.

    Rigathi Gachagua.
  19. PREMIUM ODM or Linda Mwananchi? Winnie Odinga's catch-22

    Over the weekend, she skipped both Linda Mwananchi and ODM events.

    Winnie Odinga
  20. Wiper leaders threaten to abandon united opposition over ‘disrespect’

    They dismissed speculations linking Kalonzo to a running-mate slot with Ruto or Sifuna.

    Kalonzo Musyoka
  21. Scramble for ODM ticket: Sakaja ditches UDA as MP Karauri set to join ahead of 2027 battle

    ODM faces opposition from aspirants in other camps who are eying the seat, including Babu Owino.

  22. PREMIUM Gachagua vs Matiang’i: War of words shakes Opposition

    DCP leader made a proposal that seemed to downplay some opposition leaders' influence.

    Rigathi Gachagua
  23. PREMIUM MPs clear path for election losers to be nominated to Parliament

    Critics say the move negates need to protect and promote the rights of the minorities.

    Parliament
  24. PREMIUM Party bosses get power to handpick MCAs as Bill returns to Senate

    Proposals requiring nominees to be registered voters in the wards have been deleted.

    Finance Bill
  25. ODM fights to shift power balance ahead of talks with Ruto’s party

    Perceived infiltration of its traditional bases by UDA and conflicting interests threaten to weaken the party's bargaining power.

    ODM
  26. Kalonzo accuses allies of letting Ruto gain ground in Ukambani

    Wiper leader says his foot soldiers have failed to push back against Ruto’s inroads.

    Kalonzo Musyoka
  27. Talk of Town: MPs pocket crowd mobilisation cash, dampening mood at city event

    In other news, politicians are buzzing over a curvaceous female entertainer.

    File
  28. PREMIUM Courting Kalonzo: Why Ruto camp wants Wiper boss

    President Ruto has made open overtures targeting the Wiper leader.

    Kalonzo Musyoka
  29. ODM’s Nairobi test: Oburu defends Ruto pact amid Sifuna challenge

    ODM seeks to consolidate traditional influence in the capital against rival political outfits.

    ODM