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Edwin Sifuna: Raila was my protector

Published on October 10, 2026

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Edwin Sifuna

Sifuna said that he was very certain that if Raila was alive today he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027.

Sifuna said that he was very certain that if Raila was alive today he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027.

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Four political paths Wamuchomba could explore after ditching Rutoโ€™s UDA

Published on October 9, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Aloys Michael👁 49 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

Githunguri Member of Parliament (MP) Gathoni Wamuchomba has four potential political routes ahead of the 2027 elections, from joining a rival party to rebuilding bridges with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after their fallout. Wamuchombaโ€™s decision to ditch President William Rutoโ€™s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has opened a new chapter in her political career, with […]

Githunguri Member of Parliament (MP) Gathoni Wamuchomba has four potential political routes ahead of the 2027 elections, from joining a rival party to rebuilding bridges with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after their fallout. Wamuchombaโ€™s decision to ditch President William Rutoโ€™s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has opened a new chapter in her political career, with […]

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Sifuna says Raila always protected him as ODM Secretary General

Published on October 9, 2026

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Sifuna said that he was very certain that if Raila was alive today he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027.

Sifuna said that he was very certain that if Raila was alive today he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027.

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ODM divisions emerge at Raila memorial as leaders clash over 2027

Published on October 9, 2026

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Oparanya-Barasa war exposes ODM divisions as Uhuru and Sifuna shadows loom large during Raila's first anniversary in Kakamega

Oparanya-Barasa war exposes ODM divisions as Uhuru and Sifuna shadows loom large during Raila's first anniversary in Kakamega

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COTU denies involvement in KUDHEIHA leadership wrangles

Published on October 9, 2026

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The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has refuted allegations of interfering in the internal leadership affairs of the Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotels, Educational Institutions, Hospitals and Allied Workers (KUDHEIHA). The rebuttal follows a statement issued by disgruntled union members who were reportedly removed from office during union elections held on Oct. 6, 2026. In a statement on Friday,โ€ฆ

The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has refuted allegations of interfering in the internal leadership affairs of the Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotels, Educational Institutions, Hospitals and Allied Workers (KUDHEIHA).

The rebuttal follows a statement issued by disgruntled union members who were reportedly removed from office during union elections held on Oct. 6, 2026.

In a statement on Friday, COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli dismissed the claims as misleading and calculated to divert attention from constitutional breaches.

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ODM insists on running mate slot in President Rutoโ€™s 2027 re-election bid

Published on October 9, 2026

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William RutoUDAODM

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) says it will not back down on its push to secure the running mate slot ahead of the 2027 General Election. The team, which travelled to Kakamega County to mark the first anniversary of the death of its late party leader Raila Odinga, says it has the numbers needed to help President William Ruto secureโ€ฆ

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) says it will not back down on its push to secure the running mate slot ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The team, which travelled to Kakamega County to mark the first anniversary of the death of its late party leader Raila Odinga, says it has the numbers needed to help President William Ruto secure a second term in office.

Led by party Chairperson Gladys Wanga, the leaders donning orange attire in honour of their founding party leader maintained that they would not relent in their push to have one of their own appointed as President Rutoโ€™s running mate ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Opposition leaders accuse Ruto Govโ€™t of privatising Port of Mombasa

Published on October 9, 2026

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William RutoKalonzo MusyokaUDAWiper

Opposition leaders backing the Ukombozi Coalition have accused the government of privatising the Port of Mombasa. Led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, the opposition says it will not allow public assets to be privatised, criticising President William Rutoโ€™s tour of the Coast region. The leaders who spoke after making their entry into Mombasa after visiting Machakos earlier on Fridayโ€ฆ

Opposition leaders backing the Ukombozi Coalition have accused the government of privatising the Port of Mombasa.

Led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, the opposition says it will not allow public assets to be privatised, criticising President William Rutoโ€™s tour of the Coast region.

The leaders who spoke after making their entry into Mombasa after visiting Machakos earlier on Friday say they do not oppose development or the construction of an oil refinery in Lamu, but insist that the law must be followed.

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Sifuna sets October deadline for party reorganisation ahead of 2027 elections

Published on October 9, 2026

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Edwin Sifuna

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has said his immediate priority is to reorganise his political party and establish grassroots structures before engaging opposition leaders in coalition negotiations ahead of the 2027 General Election. Sifuna said the party must first complete its rebranding, establish a functioning secretariat and prepare for candidate registration before committing to discussions about […]

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has said his immediate priority is to reorganise his political party and establish grassroots structures before engaging opposition leaders in coalition negotiations ahead of the 2027 General Election. Sifuna said the party must first complete its rebranding, establish a functioning secretariat and prepare for candidate registration before committing to discussions about […]

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Sifuna outlines plan to cut taxes, reduce wastage by Ksh.1.8 trillion if elected President

Published on October 9, 2026

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William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

Nairobi Senator and Linda Mwananchi presidential aspirant Edwin Sifuna says he will reduce taxation, establish a national data bank of schools in Kenya and ensure hospitals are paid for services rendered within 30 days if elected President. In an interview covering a range of issues, Sifuna declared President William Ruto a failure as he fired back at the Head ofโ€ฆ

Nairobi Senator and Linda Mwananchi presidential aspirant Edwin Sifuna says he will reduce taxation, establish a national data bank of schools in Kenya and ensure hospitals are paid for services rendered within 30 days if elected President.

In an interview covering a range of issues, Sifuna declared President William Ruto a failure as he fired back at the Head of State, who has previously described him as being โ€œempty.โ€

โ€œThey (team of experts) are telling me that it is possible to have a balanced budget in 15 months by doing certain specific things. Number one, they can cut from the budget between Ksh.500 billion and Ksh.1.8 trillion in wastage, and we can go line by line and say this is where the wastage is. You can remove VAT on fuel, you can remove the housing levy, you can reduce VAT on electricity,โ€ said Sifuna.

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