Antynet Ford is a journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Political Battlefield: Sakaja Faces Opposition Amidst Development

01 Oct 2023  |  taarifanews.co.ke  |  English  |  Development Projects

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja faces opposition from Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and other influential figures attempting to undermine his leadership. Despite these challenges, Sakaja remains committed to his development agenda, including significant projects like the 'Dishi Na County School' feeding program and the establishment of healthcare facilities. Investigations reveal political motivations behind a dubious opinion poll ranking Sakaja poorly. The governor's tangible achievements in sports facilities and other areas highlight his dedication to improving Nairobi amidst ongoing political skirmishes.

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Sam Gituku is a journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya.
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MPs - Represent the people, not the Executive!

28 Nov 2024  |  www.citizen.digital  |  English  |  Taxation Reforms

The article discusses the role of Kenya's National Assembly in considering six bills related to taxation, business, and public finance reforms. It highlights the limited time MPs have to review these bills before the Christmas recess and questions whether they are adequately informed to make the right decisions. The article emphasizes that MPs should represent the people, not the executive, and references the Supreme Court's ruling on parliamentary obligations. It also notes the political dynamics between Kenya Kwanza and Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition MPs, urging MPs to prioritize the interests of the people.

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Julius Jumah is a multingual multimedia journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya. Jumah has experience in writing for print and digital platforms, writing, reporting and anchoring for both TV and radio. He is comfortable on the human interest, health, political and sports desks.

"Empty Promises!": Raila Now Criticizes President William Ruto's Hustler Fund

17 Feb 2023  |  kiswahili.tuko.co.ke  |  Swahili  |  Economic Policy

Raila Odinga criticizes President William Ruto's administration for failing to fulfill campaign promises, particularly targeting the inadequacy of the Hustler Fund, which he claims is insufficient to improve the lives of Kenyans. He accuses the Kenya Kwanza government of making empty promises to win votes without a concrete plan for governance.

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Andrew Kasuku is a photojournalist based in Mombasa, Kenya.

Hatutishwi! Raila insists Jacaranda rally will go on as planned

28 Jan 2023  |  The Star  |  English  |  Kenyan Politics

Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Alliance leader Raila Odinga has confirmed that the planned Jacaranda rally will proceed despite any intimidation. President William Ruto criticized the opposition's rallies, suggesting they distract from governance and exploit Kenyans. Ruto emphasized his commitment to his duties and dismissed the rallies as a tactic for political relevance. Raila, who recently held a rally at Kamukunji, reiterated his non-recognition of Ruto as president.

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Dominic Kirui is a freelance journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya. He has been published at Thomson Reuters, News Deeply, Equal Times, The Epoch Times, WAF Magazine, Civic Ideas, ITWeb Africa, and African Arguments.

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Protests Hit Nairobi as Kenya Debates a Controversial Finance Bill

06 Jun 2023  |  www.theepochtimes.com  |  English  |  Taxation

Activists in Nairobi protested against a controversial finance bill proposed by President William Ruto, which includes a 3 percent housing levy on workers' salaries to fund affordable housing. Critics, including Raila Odinga of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Alliance, argue the bill imposes excessive taxes and exacerbates the high cost of living. Odinga called for the bill's withdrawal and an apology from Ruto. The president defended the bill, claiming it would create jobs for the youth, while Deputy Rigathi Gachagua warned MPs against opposing it. The bill has sparked significant political and public backlash.

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CAREY MULINDI is a journalist based in Kakamega, Kenya with interests in electronic media.

Some people were duping Raila, Otiende Amolo says on Azimio leader loss

11 Sept 2022  |  www.citizen.digital  |  English  |  Politics

Rarieda MP Otiende Amolo criticized the handling of Raila Odinga's presidential campaign, claiming that close associates misled him, leading to his loss. He alleged that Raila's victory was stolen at various stages, including the ballot, the Supreme Court, and in parliament. Otiende, along with other politicians like Siaya senator Dr. Oburu Oginga and governor James Orengo, discussed the importance of making devolution work in Siaya County, emphasizing that the county governments are now the main hope for their people. Oburu called for restraint in attacking others post-election, while Lang'ata MP Phelix Oduor reassured residents that the community still has leaders to rely on.

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Peter Mwaura is a versatile freelance journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya, specializing in text, video, and photojournalism. His portfolio includes the comprehensive documentation of project stories in video and print formats, primarily for World Vision Kenya—a prominent international Christian-...

Enough is enough: When media decide to bring out the big guns

05 Oct 2023  |  Nation  |  English  |  Editorials

Kenya's media, led by Nation Media Group, has historically united during times of national crisis, as seen during the 2007 post-election violence and the recent opposition-led demonstrations. The Nation's front-page editorials, rare and impactful, called for President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga to prioritize national unity and peace. The editorials, also broadcasted and published across sister publications, have been well-received by readers for their direct and urgent messaging.

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Jackson Okata is an independent journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya. His works have been published both locally and internationally.

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Why Azimio Wants IG Koome Charged at ICC

15 Apr 2023  |  The Kenya Times | Breaking News, Business, Politics, Sports, and Entertainment | By the People, for the People  |  English  |  Crimes Against Humanity

Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition seeks to charge Inspector General of Police Japheth Koome at the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity. The coalition accuses Koome of orchestrating attacks on its supporters during protests against the government, resulting in deaths and injuries. Azimio claims that a special squad of rogue police officers was established to target its members and that there was an assassination attempt on its leader, Raila Odinga. The coalition has documented these alleged crimes and submitted them to the ICC for investigation.

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ENOS TECHE is a freelance Photojournalist based in Nairobi, Kenya with over 10 years experience in covering soft and hard news.
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Why Azimio has called off protest to give bipartisan talks a chance

03 May 2023  |  classic105.com  |  English  |  Government

Azimio la Umoja One Kenya has postponed its planned demonstrations after their counterparts in Kenya Kwanza agreed to remove Adan Keynan from their bipartisan talks team. The decision was announced in a statement by Kalonzo Musyoka, and Kenya Kwanza confirmed the replacement of Keynan with Saku MP Dido Rasso. Keynan expressed his willingness to step aside to avoid being a scapegoat for the collapse of the talks. The bipartisan talks aim to address issues of national progress, unity, and stability, with both sides showing a willingness to compromise for the country's benefit.

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I am a multi-media journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya with years of experience as a: Current affairs reporter in Kenya and her East African neigbours. focusing on education, technology and health. I also have vast experience as a security and crime reporter in Kenya as well as in Somalia where I ...

ODM endorses Raila Odinga as presidential candidate in colorful NDC

26 Feb 2023  |  Shahidi News  |  English  |  Elections

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party's National Delegates Convention (NDC) in Nairobi, Kenya, was a vibrant event where Raila Odinga was endorsed as the presidential candidate. The event was attended by notable figures including President Uhuru Kenyatta, who expressed his support for Odinga, highlighting his peace-making efforts and leadership qualities. The NDC also celebrated the 'handshake' between Kenyatta and Odinga, which marked a truce between the two and led to the Building Bridges Initiative. Kenyatta criticized those who view Odinga as a state 'project' and credited the handshake for the peace and development progress in Kenya. The Azimio La Umoja Movement and One Kenya Alliance (OKA) are set to decide on a presidential flag bearer for the upcoming elections.

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Victor Wanaswa is a Broadcast Journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya.

President Ruto meets with Jubilee leaders ahead of Azimio rally at Kamukunji grounds

23 Jan 2023  |  Mwanzo TV  |  Swahili  |  Election

President William Ruto held a meeting with current and former Jubilee Party MPs to discuss unity in the Mount Kenya region and the completion of development projects initiated by the previous administration. The meeting, which included discussions on reconciliation after last year's election campaign hostilities, occurred prior to an Azimio la Umoja One Kenya rally at Kamukunji grounds. Azimio leaders, including Raila Odinga, Kalonzo Musyoka, and Martha Karua, plan to address recent revelations and provide a full report on the alleged election irregularities favoring President Ruto in the 2022 general elections. Jubilee Secretary-General Jeremiah Kioni, who recently spoke about election fraud by the IEBC, was notably absent from the meeting.

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