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Africa and beyond continue to be shaped by long-serving leaders like Paul Biya, Yoweri Museveni, and Teodoro Obiang, whose decades in power expose generational gaps and governance challenges.
Mourners clashed with activist Kamilan during a condolence gathering for the late MP Johana Ng’eno in Narok, prompting police intervention and calls from leaders for unity.
Ruto signalled support for Jalang’o, as a potential frontrunner in the 2027 Nairobi senatorial race during a Dagoretti South development tour, setting up a political clash with incumbent Sifuna.
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko sparked outrage online after flaunting Sh54 million in cash, dismissing by-election vote-buying claims and showing off his wealth.
Wavinya Ndeti struggled to read her speech during a recent State of the County Address, sparking viral social media commentary and renewed criticism of her public speaking and leadership.
Kasarani MP Ronald Karauri has declared his 2027 bid for Nairobi governor, drawing cheers from supporters and sharp scepticism from critics online.
Uhuru Kenyatta’s office shuts down a planned youth visit to his Ichaweri home, urging instead that formal channels and structured dialogue be used.
Another operator in the background echoed the sentiment, noting that they had been given petrol for their motorbikes, worth Sh800.
The Nairobi Senator is said to be targeting alliances with like-minded leaders, largely anchored on removing the current regime led by President William Ruto from power in 2027.
Millicent Omanga has distanced herself from UDA, reaffirming support for the Linda Mwananchi cohort while preparing to run again for Nairobi County Woman Representative.
Caroli Omondi claims he spent over Sh700m financing ODM’s 2013 campaigns, detailing multimillion shilling contributions as debate over political funding resurfaces ahead of the next election.
Governor Irungu Kang'ata will take a month off from physical office duties after injuring his heel tendons, with the Deputy Governor and county finance chief covering engagements.
Sifuna has warned Sakaja against any unconstitutional transfer of county functions to the national government amid reports of a new cooperation agreement with Ruto’s administration.
Suna East MP Junet Mohammed publicly warned Oketch Salah against branding Orange Democratic Movement merchandise with President William Ruto’s image, deepening internal party tensions.
Kitengela erupted in chants as Edwin Sifuna, flanked by Orengo and Babu Owino, declared he remains ODM SG despite his contested ouster, amid teargas disruptions at the Linda Mwananchi rally.
Namwamba fired back, insisting his departure was a voluntary resignation fueled by internal "shenanigans" rather than a forced ouster.
Sifuna highlighted procedural flaws in his removal, pointing to a public notice issued on February 3 regarding leadership changes that requested input for a period that had already lapsed.
Gachagua has reinforced his campaign vehicles with heavy-duty steel mesh and riot-ready modifications following a series of violent attacks and disruptions at his rallies across Central Kenya.
Salasya said the initiative is designed to prepare a new generation of leaders for upcoming political contests by equipping them with skills and knowledge needed to navigate leadership.
CS John Mbadi has called for ODM SG Edwin Sifuna to leave the party, accusing him of being conflicted, as tensions rise over a leadership rift between the party’s older and younger factions.
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