President Ruto laid bare the power struggles within his government, revealing details of his fallout with Gachagua, the Sh10 billion demand, frequent Cabinet reshuffles, and his stance on extrajudicial killings.
The manhunt which lasted two weeks ended today following the arrest of Fleviar Muhonja Anaya, with police recovering part of the money stolen in various locations
The newly-appointed Cabinet Secretary for Health has his job well cut and addressing the mess in the sector is among the priorities that need his attention.
His agribusiness ventures add to his other established income streams including from investments in real estate, hospitality, salary and assets, consolidating his place among Kenya's billionaires
The timing of the tour was intentional with a detailed itinerary that will see Ruto come face to face with voters who believed in his vision and supported his bid as some regret supporting him
A section of Kenyans flagged a trend in which the wage bill is only bloated when doctors, nurses, teachers and lecturers go on strike, but for MPs, it can always expand to yield a few more billions.
Before becoming a prominent politician, Sabina Chege’s journey was marked with determination. From working as a house help to acting, and media, she navigated numerous challenges—including an early abusive marriage. Breaking free, she rose through the ranks in broadcasting before venturing into politics, where she became a formidable leader in Parliament.
When Geoffrey Ruku received the news of his nomination as the new Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programs, it came as a complete surprise to him.
The critical question now is whether President Ruto will proceed with his Mount Kenya tour as scheduled or whether mounting pressure from within his camp will force a change of plans.
Peter Salasya’s journey to success is a true rags-to-leadership story. From selling bicycles on the streets to becoming an MP, his path has been filled with setbacks, and victories. He has made a name for himself as a bold and vocal politician. He has openly questioned decisions and actions of certain people in power, earning him both friends and enemies in Kenya’s political space.
Shortly before the chaos, former Nyeri Town Member of Parliament Ngunjiri Wambugu took to social media to share his suspicion that hired goons had been planted to cause chaos.
Backed by a robust civil society, a generation that is alive to the power that they wield over their elected representatives and the church that is willing to play its role in promoting good governance, Kenya’s political protest landscape will never be the same again.
