Rebels in UDA told to quit or face contest
Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, November 28, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar said disloyal members should either resign or face the party in a fair contest.
Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking at a press briefing on Friday, November 28, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar said disloyal members should either resign or face the party in a fair contest.
Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking moments after being announced the winner, Hassan expressed deep gratitude to the people of Banissa, dedicating the victory to them rather than himself.
Yunis DekowThe change in policy comes after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer wrote to President Emmanuel Macron urging him to back the plan and saying we currently "have no effective deterrent" in the Channel, according to a report in Le Monde.
Samuel OtienoSomalia’s Ambassador to Kenya, Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle, said culture remains one of the strongest ways to build connections between nations.
Chrispho OwuorCooperative and MSME Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya outlined the initiatives during the 4th Kenya Public-Private Sector MSMEs Dialogue at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Complex in Kisumu.
David AbonyoKEG President Zubeida Kananu told the gathering that many journalists continue to work under growing fear, pointing to harassment, physical injury, and threats that have become common during major public events.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe decision stems from a petition filed by activist and Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, who challenged amendments that attempted to give the NLC a one-year window to reach determinations and three years to carry out remedies in matters involving past land crimes. The court agreed with him that these timelines had no constitutional basis and would interfere with the Commission’s role.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement, Senegal’s foreign ministry said Embaló landed “safe and sound” aboard a chartered military aircraft, marking the first public sighting of the former president since soldiers took control in Bissau.
Maureen KinyanjuiELOG deployed 100 mobile observers across 22 electoral areas, covering both urban and rural regions. The team monitored key stages of the electoral process—including the opening, voting, closing, and counting of ballots—and submitted real-time reports through digital tools.
David AbonyoRuto urged citizens to share in this optimism, warning that scepticism and negative thinking have slowed the country’s progress. He encouraged Kenyans to trust in their nation’s potential, stressing that development is attainable through careful planning, consistency, and united effort.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe Rironi–Mau Summit corridor stretches 175 kilometers, while the Nairobi–Maai Mahiu–Naivasha section covers 58 kilometers. Both roads are being built under a world-class Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, with a total investment exceeding Sh170 billion.
David AbonyoThe contest unfolded as a direct duel between Kombe, supported by politicians aligned with the government, and Kenga, who had the backing of the United Opposition. Harrison Kombe had previously lost the seat in 2024 when the Supreme Court upheld a decision to nullify his 2022 election victory.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe suspects were found in possession of ten pangas, five knives, rungus, and stones, and are currently in police custody awaiting arraignment.
David AbonyoThe by-elections, conducted across 22 electoral units, were affected by sporadic clashes, disruptions, and heightened tensions, with reports of injuries and property damage in several areas.
David AbonyoThe move comes after an Afghan national allegedly shot two National Guard members in Washington DC on Wednesday, leaving them seriously injured.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement, the President congratulated several leaders allied to the UDA and ODM parties, acknowledging their strong performance at the polls.
Maureen KinyanjuiHis announcement came shortly after a National Guard member was killed near the White House, an attack he tied to failures he blamed on screening systems used during Joe Biden’s time in office.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn a notice signed by Director General Bruno Linyiru, AFA said the closure will run from December 1, 2025 to February 15, 2026, and reminded the industry that this directive follows an advisory issued on November 10, 2025.
David AbonyoThe 2025 National Security Report, presented in Parliament by President William Ruto, paints the picture of a police service battling both external threats and growing misconduct within its own ranks.
Rose AchiengWere was joined by a team of ODM leaders led by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, and lawmakers Peter Kaluma of Homa Bay Town and Lilian Gogo of Rangwe. Also present were MCAs Nicholas Owaka and Florence Ouma. The leaders said the outcome reflected the trust residents continued to place in ODM.
Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the CBK data presented by Governor Kamau Thugge, the national debt stood at Sh8.7 trillion during the 2021/22 financial year, coinciding with President Ruto’s first year in office.
Rose AchiengWamuthende assured that his leadership would be inclusive. “I have made a commitment not only to those who elected me but to all residents of Mbeere North. I will be there," he said. “Whichever choice they made, I am now the MP. I will discharge my duty without any discrimination."
Maureen KinyanjuiThe elections, managed by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), were held for one Senate seat, six parliamentary seats, and 15 county assembly wards. A total of 181 candidates contested, with voter turnout reaching up to 45 percent in some areas.
Maureen KinyanjuiReturning Officer Salim Abdalla Salim announced the results, confirming that Ndakwa secured 21,564 votes. He edged out Seth Panyako of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), who received 20,210 votes in a closely fought contest. Wilberforce Indai of Kenya Moja finished third with 626 votes.
Maureen KinyanjuiWekesa’s closest contender, Vincent Wekesa Maunda of the Ford Kenya party, received 2,765 votes, falling short of the winning tally.
Maureen KinyanjuiWamuthende polled 15,802 votes, narrowly beating Newton Kariuki, also known as Newton Karish of the Democratic Party (DP), who secured 15,308 votes.
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Samuel OtienoThe Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) confirmed that Were collected 16,819 votes, surpassing independent candidate Philip Aroko, who received 8,476 votes.
Maureen KinyanjuiOrodi Odhiambo from the Wiper Party came in second with 1,819 votes, while Fredrick Ochiel of the United Democratic Movement (UDM) secured 1,200 votes.
Maureen KinyanjuiOkwiri claimed the seat with 1,952 votes, narrowly defeating Joel Ongoro of the MDG, who garnered 1,541 votes.
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