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ODM faces uncertain future nearly a year after Raila Odinga’s death

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 31 views

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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has been navigating turbulent waters since the death of its founding leader, the late Raila Odinga, nearly a year ago. In that time, internal divisions have deepened, with the party cracking the whip against members who defied its position to support President William Ruto’s government. Now, in a potentially historic departure, ODM has signalled…

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has been navigating turbulent waters since the death of its founding leader, the late Raila Odinga, nearly a year ago.

In that time, internal divisions have deepened, with the party cracking the whip against members who defied its position to support President William Ruto’s government. Now, in a potentially historic departure, ODM has signalled it may not field a presidential candidate for the first time in its 21-year history.

It was a split that seemed inevitable following the death of ODM’s founding leader, the late Raila Amollo Odinga.

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Actor Imran Khan asked to leave India after participating in protest

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy Oki Bin Oki👁 20 views

Authorities in India have ordered actor Imran Khan, nephew of Bollywood star Aamir Khan, to leave the country by 28 October after he participated in a protest, seeking electoral reforms. An American citizen, Khan holds an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, which allows people of Indian origin to visit and stay in the country. But an OCI cannot vote…

Authorities in India have ordered actor Imran Khan, nephew of Bollywood star Aamir Khan, to leave the country by 28 October after he participated in a protest, seeking electoral reforms.

An American citizen, Khan holds an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, which allows people of Indian origin to visit and stay in the country. But an OCI cannot vote or contest elections.

“Imran Khan participated in the agitation at Mumbai’s August Kranti Maidan, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar,” police said in a statement on Thursday.

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Repressive, secretive and highly militarised: Eritrea, the east African country facing UK visa ban threat

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: Africa | The GuardianBy Carlos Mureithi in Nairobi👁 22 views

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Country has not had an election in 33 years and has withdrawn cooperation with UK on migrant returns Eritrea, the east African country embroiled in a row with the UK over its refusal to accept the return of rejected asylum seekers and criminals, is considered one of world’s most secretive and repressive states, with reports of arbitrary detention and severe…

Country has not had an election in 33 years and has withdrawn cooperation with UK on migrant returns

Eritrea, the east African country embroiled in a row with the UK over its refusal to accept the return of rejected asylum seekers and criminals, is considered one of world’s most secretive and repressive states, with reports of arbitrary detention and severe restrictions on freedom of expression, opinion and religion.

Situated in the Horn of Africa and bordering Sudan, Ethiopia and Djibouti, it became a sovereign state after gaining independence from Ethiopia in 1993 following a 30-year war.

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Profile of Jalang’o: Early Life, Education, Family, career And Networth

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: HivileoBy Wendy Nyambura👁 30 views

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Phelix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang’o, is a Kenyan politician, former radio presenter, comedian, actor, and entrepreneur who rose to fame through entertainment. Jalang’o built his public profile through radio broadcasting, television appearances, comedy, and corporate event hosting. His transition from entertainment to politics came during his election to the National Assembly in the August 2022 General Election on an…

Phelix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang’o, is a Kenyan politician, former radio presenter, comedian, actor, and entrepreneur who rose to fame through entertainment.

Jalang’o built his public profile through radio broadcasting, television appearances, comedy, and corporate event hosting.

His transition from entertainment to politics came during his election to the National Assembly in the August 2022 General Election on an Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket.

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Jubilee’s Nick Mararo Leads Nyeri Senatorial Race with 43.1% as Rivals Trail

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy KahawaTungu Reporter👁 29 views

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Jubilee Party candidate Nick Mararo has taken the lead in Mwelekeo Insights’ online race for the Nyeri senatorial race, garnering 43.1 per cent of the votes cast in an exercise that attracted 1,179 participants. According to the published final results, Mararo finished ahead of his closest challengers, King’ori Wanjohi and Kabando wa Kabando, who secured 17.3 per cent and 15.7…

Jubilee Party candidate Nick Mararo has taken the lead in Mwelekeo Insights’ online race for the Nyeri senatorial race, garnering 43.1 per cent of the votes cast in an exercise that attracted 1,179 participants.

According to the published final results, Mararo finished ahead of his closest challengers, King’ori Wanjohi and Kabando wa Kabando, who secured 17.3 per cent and 15.7 per cent, respectively.

The results place Mararo 25.8 percentage points ahead of Wanjohi, highlighting the wide margin separating the leading candidate from his closest rival among participants in the online race.

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Alai claims Winnie Odinga’s Nairobi Senate bid is Sifuna’s move to counter Babu Owino

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mustafa Juma👁 29 views

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Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly (MCA) Robert Alai has claimed that Winnie Odinga’s decision to contest the Nairobi senatorial seat is linked to Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s political strategy to counter Embakasi East MP Babu Owino. Alai made the remarks following Winnie’s announcement at Migwena Cultural Grounds in Bondo, Siaya County, during the first anniversary […]

Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly (MCA) Robert Alai has claimed that Winnie Odinga’s decision to contest the Nairobi senatorial seat is linked to Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s political strategy to counter Embakasi East MP Babu Owino. Alai made the remarks following Winnie’s announcement at Migwena Cultural Grounds in Bondo, Siaya County, during the first anniversary […]

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Justina Wamae joins Imarisha Uchumi Party after split with Wajackoyah

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 35 views

Justina Wamae has joined the Imarisha Uchumi Party ahead of the 2027 General Election, taking a new political direction after parting ways with George Wajackoyah’s Roots Party. In a post shared on X on Thursday, October 15, 2026, Wamae displayed membership number IUP-000001 alongside the party’s name, announcing her latest political affiliation. New party, fresh […]

Justina Wamae has joined the Imarisha Uchumi Party ahead of the 2027 General Election, taking a new political direction after parting ways with George Wajackoyah’s Roots Party. In a post shared on X on Thursday, October 15, 2026, Wamae displayed membership number IUP-000001 alongside the party’s name, announcing her latest political affiliation. New party, fresh […]

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Nyoro proposes VAT cuts, fuel levy withdrawal to lower pump prices by Ksh.26

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 19 views

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People’s Party of Kenya (PPK) leader Ndindi Nyoro has given the government until the weekend to lower fuel prices, accusing President William Ruto’s administration of exploiting Kenyans through inflated petroleum costs and increased margins for fuel importers and distributors. Addressing party aspirants and delegates from across the country at the party headquarters, Nyoro claimed the latest fuel price adjustments announced…

People’s Party of Kenya (PPK) leader Ndindi Nyoro has given the government until the weekend to lower fuel prices, accusing President William Ruto’s administration of exploiting Kenyans through inflated petroleum costs and increased margins for fuel importers and distributors.

Addressing party aspirants and delegates from across the country at the party headquarters, Nyoro claimed the latest fuel price adjustments announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) were inconsistent with the current international oil market trends. 

He argued that the cost of imported petroleum products had declined even as consumers faced higher pump prices.

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Jalang’o vs Winnie Odinga: Inside their political journeys and battle for Nairobi Senate seat

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 26 views

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Lang’ata MP Felix Jalang’o and East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga are preparing for a political contest over the Nairobi Senate seat in 2027, bringing together two politicians with different paths to leadership and contrasting positions within ODM. On Thursday, October 15, 2026, Winnie declared her intention to contest the seat during her […]

Lang’ata MP Felix Jalang’o and East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga are preparing for a political contest over the Nairobi Senate seat in 2027, bringing together two politicians with different paths to leadership and contrasting positions within ODM. On Thursday, October 15, 2026, Winnie declared her intention to contest the seat during her […]

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