Politics

Matiang’i criticised the government for shifting blame and using excessive force instead of listening to Gen Z, whose concerns he described as both legitimate and urgent.

The MPs have pledged to introduce legislation limiting public demonstrations to designated areas, arguing that the move is essential to prevent destruction of property and loss of life.

Gachagua said Ruto should stop dismissing nationwide calls for his exit and instead offer a clear way forward.

With over 70 per cent of Kenya’s population under 35 years old, politicians are racing to win over young voters, who are expected to play a decisive role in shaping the country’s next government.

The changes, announced by Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni, come after a long legal and political standoff and reflect a strategic shift as the former president positions the party for the next electoral cycle.

Rigathi Gachagua insists the move is essential to keeping the party together, especially after primaries, which have historically triggered infighting, defections, and weakened general election performance.

Kuria said presidential hopefuls will ultimately rally behind a single candidate ahead of the 2027 election, much like the broad coalition that endorsed the late Mwai Kibaki’s candidacy in 2002.

The Senate Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights has now directed the Attorney General to prepare a policy framework outlining the grounds and procedures for recalling both elected and specially nominated legislators.

The development follows a May 9 decision by the Court of Appeal that declared a previous bench—appointed by Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu to handle the matter—had been wrongly constituted, thus violating constitutional standards.

Maraga urged the youth to take charge of their future by actively engaging in the electoral process, emphasising that their participation is crucial in shaping the country's leadership and direction.

The leaders accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of unleashing rogue police units and forming Haiti-style militia gangs to suppress dissent.

The leaders said the controversial law is linked to the disturbing rise in cases of harassment, arbitrary arrests, abductions, and deaths of content creators and bloggers.

Gachagua described the plan as a calculated scheme to provoke bloodshed, urging parents and young people to avoid mass action and instead observe the day at home.

The court also confirmed that he had the legal authority to convene the meeting and guide the party’s affairs, reinstating him as Jubilee Party leader.

Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled that the current requirements outlined in the Political Parties Act are essential safeguards that ensure only serious and competitive political organisations have access to state funding.

The party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) announced the decision on Tuesday, resolving unanimously to reinstate Muturi to the helm of the party with immediate effect.

Sifuna said the Kenya Kwanza administration has not only reneged on its campaign pledges but has also presided over a worsening economic and social environment for ordinary citizens.

While many Kenyans continue to question the growing number of financial promises, the head of state maintains that his initiatives are firmly anchored in his Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.

Natembeya, who previously held high-ranking administrative roles in government before joining politics, argued that his record in public service should be judged by citizens and not by state-bestowed titles.

Matiang'i, a former powerful Cabinet Secretary under President Uhuru Kenyatta, is expected to return by June 21 to resume his 2027 presidential campaign after declaring his candidacy on May 2.

According to the summons, UDA says both leaders wore branded merchandise of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) during a political event on May 15, and also attended its rally on May 24.

Principal Magistrate Peter Mutai also dismissed Peter Salasya’s claims of being tortured in custody, citing a lack of evidence.

JLAC chairman George Murugara said the committee had thoroughly evaluated each nominee, reviewed all public objections submitted through memoranda, and found none of the concerns sufficient to block any appointments.

An angry Mbarire issued a stern warning to certain government officials plotting against her in alleged clandestine night meetings.

Independent candidates who garner at least five per cent of votes in an election could soon receive public funding under new changes proposed to the Political Parties (Amendment) Bill, 2024.

Five petitioners argue that a High Court order issued in October 2024, which suspended the Senate’s resolution to impeach Gachagua and blocked the appointment of a replacement, remains in force, hence, he should be reinstated.

The party believe this extension will increase participation and help ensure fair and wide representation across the 22 counties involved in this phase of the elections.

The DCI said the arrest followed social media reports about the alleged abduction of Wairimu herself, claims which the investigative agency has dismissed.

Wetang’ula’s warning follows a High Court decision issuing conservatory orders suspending the gazettement and swearing-in of President William Ruto’s seven nominees to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission.

Malala says he received information on plans to arrest him for hosting his DCP leader, Rigathi Gachagua, at his homecoming party in Kakamenga earlier this month.

According to the poll, 54 per cent of Kenyans do not support the broad-based government.

The leaders are set to officially hand over Phase 1 of the Lapfund Makasembo Affordable Housing Project in Kisumu on Saturday, May 31.

The findings come amid growing uncertainty over Raila's political future after joining forces with President William Ruto in forming the broad-based government.

In a heated debate in Parliament on Tuesday, legislators rallied behind a motion moved by Suna East MP and Minority Whip Junet Mohamed, who warned that Gachagua’s utterances were inciting unrest and undermining national unity.

In response, the DCP condemned the cancellation, describing it as “an affront to democracy” and accused the government of attempting to frustrate its party launch.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula directed members of the National Assembly’s Security Committee to visit the hospital and provide Parliament with an update on the MP’s condition.

During the meeting with Kindiki, musicians praised the success of the Social Health Insurance Fund, but Gachagua condemned their actions as a betrayal of the Mt Kenya community.

Gachagua condemned the alleged attack on Koimburi, terming it part of a pattern of political persecution targeting his party's leadership.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced that the party is targeting at least 130 National Assembly seats and 22 Senate seats.

The Digital Content Creators Association of Kenya accused the former Deputy President of attempting to silence artistic voices and weaponise culture for political gain.

Ruto also announced that the government would donate land for the construction of a fire station in Kibera to improve emergency response times and better tackle fires in the area, addressing long-standing challenges of slow firefighter response that have often worsened the impact of such infernos.

Additional reports add that the MP's wife sustained minor injuries during the commotion as she attempted to stop her husband's abduction.

Raila says the petition is an abuse of the court process and should be struck out, arguing that the Supreme Court lacks jurisdiction to handle the case at this point.

This comes just weeks after Gachagua, during a widely publicised event on May 15, publicly unveiled the name of the party and introduced a line-up of interim officials, a move that many had initially interpreted as the actual party launch.

The petition cited irregularities in the selection of the IEBC nominees, alleging that the process violated constitutional provisions and failed to ensure effective public participation.

The party highlighted Orwoba’s bravery in questioning Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua regarding the lost funds of Kenyans promised jobs abroad.

The former PM added that the National Assembly has its own sphere and must also carry out its duties without interfering with the role of the Senate.

This comes just a day after the High Court dismissed her application challenging her expulsion from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party.

In his judgment, Justice Githinji stated that the nomination met all constitutional and legal requirements, faulting the IEBC for unlawfully obstructing the process.

Reports indicate the plainclothes officers involved in the raid are believed to be from the EACC, although the agency has yet to issue an official statement.