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Karungo Thang'wa

Gachagua allies hit out at PS Omollo over illegal brew remarks

Leaders say dismissal of former DP's stand on war against illicit alcohol is selfish.


  1. PREMIUM Azimio: Coalition on the verge of collapse as Raila, Uhuru shake hands with Ruto

    Ms Karua, who triggered an exit clause, says she feels betrayed, while other coalition partners are in talks to leave Azimio.

    Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua and Eugene Wamalwa
  2. PREMIUM Uhuru's love-hate relationship with his Mt Kenya people

    Kenyatta’s return to the political scene has sparked mixed reactions from his people, with guarded suspicion lingering in the region.

    Nation inside (28)
  3. Stop with the lies, Interior fires back at Gachagua

    The Interior Ministry refuted Gachagua’s claims that the government has slowed down its fight against illicit alcohol, especially in the Mt Kenya region.

    Rigathi Gachagua
  4. PREMIUM Ruto embraces ‘dynasties’ as string of U-turns grows

    President turns to ‘dynasties’ for rescue from hostile hustlers, but State House insists he is just being pragmatic to address emerging concerns.

    William Ruto.
  5. PREMIUM Inside Ruto’s expanding list of advisers after pledge to trim team

    The growing number of advisers has sparked public debate over the cost, while government officials defend the appointments as crucial.

    Nation inside (26)
  6. PREMIUM Questions over Ruto’s revolving door in key ministries

    The changes raise questions on how Cabinet secretaries are to lead the often complex negotiations.

  7. Kalonzo to Ruto: Form IEBC by March 2025 or else...

    The IEBC has remained without commissioners for nearly two years.

    KAlonzo Musyoka
  8. PREMIUM Decision time for ‘lonely’ Kalonzo in Azimio as Ruto turns on the charm

    His key allies in the opposition jumped ship and embraced President William Ruto.

    Kalonzo Musyoka
  9. Speaker Wetang’ula sets timeline for vetting of Ruto nominees

    The president has nominated people for positions in Cabinet, Public Service Commissions and to high commissions.

    Moses Wetang'ula
  10. PREMIUM Why senators want State to come clean on Sh981m edible oil project

    Senators are demanding an investigation into the project's progress, financial details, and the decision to procure sunflower seeds from Zambia.

    Tom Arody
  11. PREMIUM Ruto eyes revenue boost in new tax on digital betting, alcoholic adverts

    The new tax law introduces a 15 per cent excise duty on digital advertising.

  12. PREMIUM Hidden cards in Ruto Cabinet shake-up

    Having Raila, Uhuru and Kenya Kwanza partner parties by his side, Dr Ruto seems intent to run away from the risk of relying on one politician.

    William Ruto
  13. Ruto names Raila men as State House advisers

    Mbadi, Joho, Oparanya and Wandayi were named ministers in July.

    Prof Adams Oloo
  14. PREMIUM Kabogo: Flamboyant billionaire and his love-hate relationship with Ruto

    His comeback tells the story of a man with nine political lives.

    William Kabogo
  15. PREMIUM Mutahi Kagwe: The ‘super substitute’ in Kibaki, Uhuru and Ruto Cabinets

    In Nyeri, Mr Kagwe has always been seen as the "best" option whenever a Cabinet position becomes vacant.

    Mutahi Kagwe
  16. PREMIUM Murkomen: Ruto’s ultimate insider with new powerful but delicate role

    His reassignment comes four months after his perceived demotion from Roads to Sports ministry.

    Kipchumba Murkomen
  17. PREMIUM Lee Kinyanjui: Gentle man who paid the price for supporting Uhuru and Raila

    He used proverbs to criticise President Ruto's administration, but will now be tasked with implementing his vision.

    Lee Kinyanjui
  18. Easier passport access for job seekers abroad

    Over 65,000 passports remain uncollected.

    EAC-Kenya Passport
  19. PREMIUM Casualties of governors, MCAs wars

    Frosty relationships in county leadership, however, are not a new phenomenon.

    Kawira Mwangaza
  20. PREMIUM Why Ruto picked Uhuru allies to Cabinet

    Former Kiambu Governor William Kabogo also landed a ministerial nomination.

    William Kabogo, Mutahi Kagwe and Lee Kinyanji
  21. Ruto nominates Kabogo, Kagwe and Kinyanjui as CSs

    Murkomen, a trusted insider, has been named to the powerful position of Interior CS.

    William Kabogo, Mutahi Kagwe and Lee Kinyanji
  22. Kindiki speaks on Rigathi Gachagua exit, 2022 Ruto DP contest

    He said he had no regrets about how he ascended to the DP’s office

    Kithure Kindiki
  23. DP Kindiki on Gen Z protests: I have no reason to take responsibility for anything

    He defended his two-year tenure as Interior Cabinet Secretary.

     Kithure Kindiki
  24. Gachagua’s Ukambani votes ‘condition’ to Kalonzo for Mt Kenya support

    Gachagua said the current two million votes in Ukambani are "not enough" to propel Kalonzo to State House.

    Rigathi Gachagua and Kalonzo Musyoka
  25. PREMIUM How Ruto exploited MPs to do executive’s bidding

    The 13th Parliament could go down in history as one that openly became an extension of the Executive.

    William Ruto
  26. Judge in Gachagua ouster trial among 33 moved

    CJ Koome announced the transfer as part of enhancing efficiency in Kenya's judiciary.

    Gavel
  27. PREMIUM Ruto fixes 2027 State House race

    President Ruto proposes law that would radically alter transition of power in the next election.

    William Ruto and Uhuru Kenyatta
  28. PREMIUM Owalo: I’m happy with my new job

    Former CS speaks for first time about unprecedented dissolution of Cabinet that cost him his job.

    Eliud Owalo
  29. PREMIUM Spotlight on Uhuru's intentions in reconciling with Ruto

    Allies of Gachagua, in particular, question the newly rekindled bromance.

    William Ruto and Uhuru Kenyatta