Politics
Wanga defends ODM unity, says party will not field 2027 presidential candidate
Wanga said ODM remained “firm and focused” despite what she described as a “tumultuous” period.
Deputy President
Politics
Governor Waiguru leads female Deputy President preference in Politrack poll
Among respondents who were open to a woman taking the position, Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru led preference at 36%, followed by former Justice Minister Martha Karua at 27% and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga at 15%
News
Kindiki orders crackdown on illicit alcohol, tougher controls on legal drinks
Kindiki urged security agencies to remain focused on enforcing the law despite political pressure, saying the fight against illicit alcohol and drugs should not be turned into a political issue.
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Kindiki announces Sh60m plan for public rehabilitation centres in every county
Speaking in Karen, Nairobi, on Tuesday, Kindiki said the government would intensify the crackdown on illicit alcohol and drugs through intelligence-led multi-agency operations targeting cartels, supply chains and unlicensed manufacturers.
Eastern
Kindiki urges Mt Kenya leaders to put development ahead of political rivalry
Speaking on Friday during an inspection of development projects in Kieni, Nyeri County, Kindiki said elders had tasked him with ensuring Mt Kenya does not split into East and West because of political affiliations.
Central
Gachagua: ‘gods of Mt Kenya’ rejected Kindiki’s coronation
Speaking during his ongoing tour of the United States, Gachagua interpreted the incident as a sign that elders had failed in their alleged attempt to divide Mt Kenya and were now seeking to install Kindiki as spokesman of the same community.
Politics
Kindiki declares end to political insults, says rivals have been forgiven
The Deputy President said he had never been known as a politician who trades insults, although repeated attacks had sometimes forced him to respond.
Politics
Mt Kenya elders endorse Kindiki as region’s Spokesperson
The declaration was signed by representatives of Kiama Kia Ma, the Kikuyu Council of Elders, Njuri Ncheke, Kiama Kia Muembu, Ngome and Nyangi Ndiriri.
Politics
Kindiki challenges 2027 rivals to explain their records instead of trading insults
The DP singled out former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and former Cabinet ministers, challenging them to account for their contribution to Meru and the wider country when they had access to government power.
Politics
Ndindi Nyoro: How James Macharia, Equity’s Mwangi turned down Ruto’s 2022 DP offer
The Kiharu MP said the political environment surrounding the United Democratic Alliance at the time also made it harder to convince established figures to join the party’s presidential campaign.
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Kindiki: Ruto’s development record will be central in 2027 campaign
Kindiki said the Kenya Kwanza government had exceeded expectations in implementing projects and programmes aimed at strengthening the economy and improving livelihoods, as the administration marks four years since Ruto was sworn in on September 13, 2022.
Central
One dead, six vehicles torched in chaos at Kindiki’s Embu meeting
Several suspects were arrested during the incident as officers moved to contain the situation and restore calm. Kindiki was also safely moved from the venue as police dealt with the confrontation.