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Topic: Politician

How tattoos of politicians are becoming the new form of political expression

By Molly Chebet   2026-05-30 11:19:57

Tattoos of political figures are becoming a bold form of expression in Kenya, with supporters inking leaders and slogans on their bodies, blurring the line between personal identity and politics.

Hypocrisy at prayer breakfast as politicians spare insults for rivals

By Ndung’u Gachane   2026-05-28 17:06:41

The National Prayer breakfast, which has been christened a ‘legacy of unity’ will bring together leaders who have mastered the language of insults, intimidation and political hostility.

IEBC must bar politicians calling for election boycotts, ex-NCIC boss says

By David Njaaga   2026-05-27 15:02:08

NCIC commissioner Prof Gitile Naituli has called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to bar politicians from calling for election boycotts.

PHOTOS: Veteran politicians gather to console Kiraitu Murungi during daughter's requiem mass

By Jael Wakesho   2026-05-20 21:07:09

Veteran politicians, former ministers and DP Kithure Kindiki gathered to console longtime political figure Kiraitu Murungi during the requiem mass of his late daughter Anita Kendi Kiraitu.

The colourful polygamous lives of Kenyan politicians

By Jael Wakesho   2026-05-16 14:04:40

Kenya formally recognised polygamous marriages under the Marriage Act of 2014, allowing men to marry multiple wives under customary law without requiring the consent of existing wives.

Bukusu leaders blast politicians for using sacred circumcision song against Wetang'ula

By Martin Ndiema   2026-05-15 15:19:42

Bukusu elders have condemned politicians for using the sacred Siwoyayo circumcision song to ridicule Speaker Moses Wetang’ula at a Bungoma event, calling it disrespectful to cultural traditions.