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President William Ruto’s Heroic Welcome in Kondele Sparks Joy Among Kisumu Residents President William Ruto was welcomed with overwhelming cheers in Kondele, Kisumu County, during his recent visit. The large crowds, known for supporting Raila Odinga, greeted him warmly, marking a stark contrast to the booing he faced in Mount Kenya days earlier. Videos showed Ruto waving from his motorcade as it inched through the packed streets. Residents cheered enthusiastically, turning the occasion into a celebration. The president thanked Kisumu residents for their warm reception. “Praise God, could you kindly greet me, people of Kisumu? I want to say that…
Rigathi Gachagua Questions Kindiki’s Leadership, Urges Leaders to Prioritize Kenyans Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has openly criticized his successor, Kithure Kindiki, for failing to advocate for ordinary Kenyans. Speaking during a church service, Gachagua claimed that Kindiki’s position limits his ability to challenge decisions within the Kenya Kwanza administration. “The one who was given my seat can’t speak because he is the president’s employee,” Gachagua said. “There is nothing he can do. They say what the president says.” Why Doubt Kindiki? He argued that, unlike elected leaders, Kindiki’s appointment by President William Ruto makes him obligated to follow orders,…
Jalang’o Slams Archbishop Anyolo for Returning Ruto’s Church Donation Lang’ata MP Phelix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang’o, has condemned Nairobi Archbishop Philip Anyolo for rejecting political donations. The Soweto Catholic Church recently returned contributions, including KSh 2.6 million from President William Ruto and KSh 200,000 from Governor Johnson Sakaja. Why did Jalang’o Slam Catholic church reject Ruto’s donation? The church also declined Ruto’s KSh 3 million pledge and a bus donation meant for the parish. The decision has sparked a heated national debate on the role of political contributions in religious institutions. Speaking to content creators, Jalang’o criticized the church’s…
Ruto Cancels Adani Deals Over Corruption Scandal President William Ruto has ordered an immediate cancellation of all transactions with India’s Adani Group. He emphasized the move reflects his administration’s commitment to transparency and accountability. Addressing legislators, Ruto instructed the Ministries of Transport and Energy to halt the controversial agreements. The deals involved the Adani Group modernizing and operating Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for 30 years. Ruto’s speech about cancelling Adani deal The president said, “I reiterate today, in the face of undisputed evidence or credible information on corruption, I will take decisive action.” New details from investigative agencies and…
Ruto Shocks Nation by Cancelling Adani Deals On Thursday, November 21, President William Ruto stunned the nation by canceling Adani Group’s deals with KETRACO and JKIA. His decision followed revelations from partner nations and investigative agencies about the group’s controversies. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi had just defended the Adani-KETRACO deal in Parliament hours before the announcement. He insisted the agreement to construct new transmission lines was solid and would continue despite Adani’s bribery indictment in the United States. Ruto’s move directly contradicted Wandayi’s stance, sparking questions about communication within the government. The president stated, “We scrapped the deals after…
Ruto Eyes Mutahi Kagwe for Cabinet Role as Nyeri Leaders Prepare for Crucial Talks President William Ruto is set to fill two key vacancies in his Cabinet, with former Health CS Mutahi Kagwe emerging as a strong contender. Kagwe, who gained national prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic, is being considered to replace Kithure Kindiki, now serving as Deputy President after his elevation from the Interior Ministry. Reports suggest: State House has dispatched emissaries to negotiate with Kagwe and other leaders from the Jubilee Party. These discussions aim to foster cooperation between Kagwe and the ruling Kenya Kwanza Alliance as Ruto…
Karua demands accountability over Besigye’s abduction in Nairobi NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 20 – National Rainbow Coalition (NARC) Kenya Party leader Martha Karua has demanded accountability over the alleged abduction of Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye in Nairobi and his subsequent detention in a Ugandan military facility. Speaking ahead of Besigye’s military court appearance in Uganda, Karua strongly criticized the incident, calling it a violation of both Kenyan and international laws. She urged for lawful and transparent cross-border operations between the Kenyan and Ugandan governments. “We hold both the Governments of Kenya and Uganda responsible for the safety and whereabouts…
President Ruto’s Moment of Truth: Addressing Leadership Shortcomings President William Ruto is at a critical crossroads as he prepares to address the nation from Parliament. His speech could either mend his strained relationship with millions of Kenyans or deepen their frustrations. Many believe this is an opportunity for the President to acknowledge his administration’s shortcomings and lay out a reform plan. Defending his leadership, critics warn, may only fuel public anger. A major issue that demands attention is the critique from Catholic bishops. The clergy accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of unfulfilled promises and misleading statements. In response, President Ruto…
Barigo MP Florence Jematiah Apologises After Church-Government Controversy Florence Jematiah Sergon, a member of President William Ruto’s UDA party, has come under fire for controversial comments about the church. On Tuesday, November 19, she posted on her X account (formerly Twitter), stating that the church should respect the Kenya Kwanza government. The remarks quickly drew backlash from Kenyans online. Social media users flooded her account with sharp criticisms, accusing her of disrespecting the church’s critical role in society. Many demanded that she clarify her statement or retract it entirely. In response to the public outcry, Jematiah returned to X to…
Kenyan Government Steps In to Ease Job Seekers’ Path Abroad The Kenyan government has launched a bold initiative to simplify access to overseas employment for qualified job seekers. Labor CS Alfred Mutua announced a one-stop recruitment platform to streamline travel and clearance processes. This platform promises to speed up the processing of documents for Kenyans seeking international job opportunities. Dr. Mutua emphasized the government’s commitment to efficiency during the program’s launch at the Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind. “It doesn’t matter whether you have a Kenya passport or not,” he said. The government has crafted an elaborate plan to…
