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Politics
Ruto and Kenya's Dynasties: The Hustler Who Keeps Rewriting His Own Story
President William Ruto rode the "hustler versus dynasty" narrative to power in August 2022, only to embrace Kenya's most powerful political families after the June 2024 Gen Z protests destabilised his government. Now, with the 2027 General Election on the horizon, he has revived that same combative populist rhetoric, reigniting old rivalries.
How Petitions to Parliament Work for Community Issues
Key takeawaysFocus topic: petition Parliament KenyaCovers: format, process, examples, practical tips for residents and visitorsBest for: residents, diaspora returnees and visitors planning around K…
Kenya Rights Groups Demand Full Police Overhaul After Protest Killings
Rights organisations are demanding a full restructuring of Kenya's police after 65 protesters were killed and dozens of activists abducted in 2025.
Ruto Reshapes Mt Kenya Political Base Ahead of 2027 Kenya Polls
President Ruto has launched a sweeping reorganisation of Mt Kenya's political structures as the 2027 election battle intensifies and opposition pressure mounts.
Kenya Drops 9 Places to 130th in 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index
Kenya has fallen nine places to rank 130th out of 182 countries in Transparency International's 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index, scoring just 30 out of 100.
Kenya Plans to Reopen Somalia Border After 15 Years of Closure
President Ruto announced plans to reopen Kenya's 680-km border with Somalia at Mandera, closed since 2011, but security fears have stalled the move.
Rigathi Gachagua Impeached: Kenya's Historic First DP Removal
Kenya's Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was removed from office in October 2024, becoming the first DP impeached under the 2010 constitution.
Kenya's Opposition Unites: Matiang'i and Maraga Eye 2027 Vote
Former CS Fred Matiang'i and ex-Chief Justice David Maraga are rallying Kenya's opposition around a single 2027 presidential challenge to President Ruto.
Kenya Deputy President Kindiki Faces Legitimacy Crisis After Ruling
Kenya's Court of Appeal ruled the bench that cleared Deputy President Kindiki's swearing-in was improperly constituted, fuelling calls for his resignation.