February 2025

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 16 — Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged his allies de-whipped from various Senate committees to hold the government accountable for stalled projects, especially in their regions. Speaking at Ol-Kalou on Saturday, Gachagua sympathized with his political allies following their removal from key committees. He encouraged them not to worry, assuring […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 16—Baringo Senator William Cheptumo has passed away following an illness. President William Ruto mourned Cheptumo as a “progressive leader dedicated to public service,” praising his tireless efforts to transform Baringo County. President Ruto further described Cheptumo as “vocal, hardworking, and a tireless champion for the transformation of Baringo,” adding that the senator’s […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 16—The Atheists in Kenya Society has said African leaders made a prudent decision by denying Raila Odinga the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship, citing his alliance with the ruling government, which they claim is known for abductions and poor governance. In a statement on Sunday, the organization accused Odinga of betraying Kenyans […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 16— Kenya’s Raila Odinga has conceded defeat in the race for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson position after Djibouti’s Mahmoud Ali Youssouf secured victory in a tightly contested election. Youssouf clinched the seat by securing the required two-thirds majority with 33 votes in the seventh round of voting on Saturday, defeating […]