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Topic: Opposition

Kang'ata joins opposition camp as 2027 race heats up

By Edwin Nyarangi   2026-06-15 14:34:40

Weeks after ditching the UDA, Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has joined the Linda Mwananchi team, which he said is working towards bringing change in the country’s leadership.

Gachagua ouster ruling fractures the opposition's pursuit of unity

By Barack Muluka   2026-06-13 22:11:13

The High Court ruling on Gachagua’s impeachment deepens opposition tensions, complicating unity talks and strengthening his role in Kenya’s 2027 succession politics.

From swelling opposition to dwindling numbers: Why Ruto is facing tough political battle

By Mary Imenza and Benard Lusigi   2026-06-14 17:13:45

Opposition accuses Ruto of blocking Kakamega rally as both sides trade attacks over governance, debt and Western Kenya development projects.

Ruto: Opposition has no plan, just noise

By Fred Kagonye   2026-06-13 14:14:43

“If you see them in markets, they are not selling tomatoes or chicken; they are not selling anything. They only move around with loudspeakers to make noise,” he said.

United Opposition projects unity as fight for Western continues

By Standard Team   2026-06-13 13:49:18

Leading the call for unity, Gachagua said he was prepared to support whichever candidate the coalition eventually settles on to face President William Ruto.

Ichung'wah, Junet dismiss opposition budget

By Irene Githinji   2026-06-12 10:40:46

Ichungwa and Junet have lashed out at the opposition over what they termed as misleading the public about the budgeting process.