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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 27.01.2026.
It displays 149 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
27.01.2026 ⇢ The Day of the ODM Succession Feud
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Morning editorial coverage focused on the institutional fallout of the Othaya church attack, with Interior CS Kindiki formally distancing the state from Rigathi Gachagua's assassination claims while President Ruto consolidated a 2027 pact with ODM. Concurrently, the judiciary emerged as a primary focus as Ruto appointed 15 new Court of Appeal judges and the High Court froze the government's Safaricom share sale. By afternoon, media attention shifted to systemic reforms, highlighting official statements that the C+ university entry grade is unsustainable under the new Competency-Based Curriculum. Speaker Moses Wetang’ula dominated the cycle with a stark warning that 56% of sitting MPs face electoral defeat in 2027. The evening was defined by a public rupture within the Odinga family; Winnie Odinga denounced the transition of ODM leadership to Oburu Oginga as secretive and illegal, alleging that members were being intimidated into endorsing the Ruto-ODM alliance, effectively challenging the party's internal stability.
27.01.2026
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00:07⇢Gachagua Claims Assassin Plot
⌨Kenyan editors are amplifying the personal and legal fallout from the Nyeri church incident, with former Deputy President Gachagua explicitly alleging an assassination attempt while Interior Secretary Kindiki issues a formal denial (YNews Digital, People Daily). This confrontation over state-sponsored violence is competing with a renewed focus on systemic violence against women, as reports highlight the legal vacuum surrounding a ten percent rise in femicide (Standard Media).
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Capital FM
The meeting aims to consolidate the work of the 13th Parliament as it enters its Fifth Session.
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Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) said it would carry out normal system maintenance in at least 12 counties, including Nairobi, Meru and Kiambu.
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TUKIO la Jumapili ambapo ghasia zilitokea katika ibada iliyohudhuriwa na aliyekuwa Naibu wa Rais...
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Daily Nation
President says proposed deal would significantly expand alliance's national support base.
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Kenya has formally added chess to secondary school sports under KSSSA, allowing students to compete nationally and regionally as Chess Kenya builds a pathway to international tournaments.
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CHAMA cha ODM kimeanzisha kampeni kali ya kulinda ngome zake kabla ya Uchaguzi Mkuu wa...
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Kindiki was forced to respond after Gachagua blamed the government for the church attack, claiming it was carried out…
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TV47 Digital
Athletics Kenya (AK) has announced the cancellation of the World Athletics Indoor Championships trials that were scheduled to take place on Friday and Saturday at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in…
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TSC highlighted the late teacher’s service record and dedication to duty since his employment in January 2025....
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The Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Division Two Men’s League returns this weekend as the second leg gets underway at Nyayo National Stadium, promising three days of intense volleyball action. The…
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The Kenya Times
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MWANIAJI wa Urais kupitia chama cha Jubilee Dkt Fred Matiang’i amesema kuwa Kenya huenda...
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08:37⇢Ruto Harvests Western Votes
⌨Kenyan editors are focusing on the escalation of political hostilities following the Othaya church attack, with Interior CS Kindiki formally distancing the state from Rigathi Gachagua's assassination claims (Kenyans, Standard Media). Parallel to this friction, media attention is tracking President Ruto's expansionist strategy as he formalizes a pact with ODM to secure a broader national support base for the 2027 elections (Daily Nation, Capital FM).
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres urges immediate reforms to the UN Security Council to enhance representation and effectiveness.
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Youths for Green Action Kenya (YGAK) and Kaimosi Friends University (KAFU) is set to ink a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening campus based climate action with students emerging…
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Experts warn that most of these deaths occur in places that should be safe, including homes, and that current statistics fail to fully capture the scale of the problem because femicide is not tracked separately from general homicide.
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RAIS William Ruto sasa anasema muafaka unaoendelea kusukwa kati ya ODM na UDA utamweka kifua mbele...
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The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has announced that entry to the Kasarani Indoor Arena will be free of charge for the upcoming CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2026…
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The Kenya Times
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The Kenya Times
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MINNEAPOLIS, Amerika
MAAFISA wa serikali ya Rais wa Amerika Donald Trump wametetea kisa cha...
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Unfortunately, it is not the first time such an incident has been reported during ID processing, resulting in…
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Social media personality Pritty Vishy is once again at the centre of online debate after her former close friend, digital creator Becky Akinyi, publicly claimed that she witnessed Vishy undergo…
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Joyce Wanjiru Karumba, wife of celebrated gospel DJ Krowbar, fought a courageous battle with chronic kidney disease that began unexpectedly on April 17, 2022. What started as a routine hospital…
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The Kenya Times
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The Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) has summoned the Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, after he failed to arrest Samburu Governor Lati Lelelit....
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Besigye has been behind bars since his arrest in Nairobi in November 2024, where he was reportedly abducted while…
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Daily Nation
Security officials have offered no information regarding their investigations into previous attacks on former deputy president.
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WAZIRI wa Kilimo Mutahi Kagwe ameonya kuwa serikali itaanza kuagiza mahindi yasiyolipiwa ushuru...
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10:59⇢Silence Echoes Over Church Ruins
⌨Kenyan media have transitioned from the Othaya church attack to the resulting political accountability crisis. Editors are highlighting Senatorial summons for the Inspector General of Police following failed arrests (Nairobi Leo) and questioning President Ruto's silence regarding the assault on his former deputy (Daily Nation, People Daily, Standard Media). Parallel reporting covers the domestic femicide crisis and the worsening health of abducted Ugandan politician Kizza Besigye (Eastleigh Voice, Kenyans).
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For months, Kenya has been grappling with a sharp rise in cases of gender-based violence (GBV), including femicide, sparking public outrage and renewed scrutiny of the country’s justice and protection…
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Eastleigh Voice
Each unit will have a capacity of 4,000 litres and will be mobile, allowing rapid deployment to address blockages and other sewer emergencies.
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China’s real-life “Marriage Markets” are a fascinating phenomenon where parents and sometimes singles themselves gather to find a husband or wife. These markets take place in public parks across major…
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The Standard
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The High Court in Kibera has scheduled strict hearing dates in the murder case of teacher Albert Ojwang, as part of efforts to conclude the matter before April. Justice Diana…
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Tuko
Kenya's weather forecast reveals seven days of sunny conditions, with light rainfall expected in some regions. Learn about temperatures and alerts from KMD.
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MATUKIO ya hivi karibuni ya uhuni, uvamizi na vitisho vya kisiasa yanapaswa kulaaniwa vikali na...
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The Commission further confirmed that no changes to constituency or ward boundaries will occur before the 2027 polls due to limited time and resources. Full delimitation will only take place after the elections, using population data that has been legally validated.
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Kenyans.co.ke
The appointments were formalised via the gazette notice on Tuesday, as the Judiciary makes fresh changes to improve…
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A petition has been filed in court seeking to stop the Government of Kenya from selling 15% of its shares in Safaricom PLC to a private foreign entity, a move…
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12:41⇢Judicial Checks on Executive Overreach
⌨Kenyan editors are shifting focus toward institutional accountability and legal challenges to state policy. The media highlights the Senate summoning Inspector General Kanja over failed arrests (Nairobi Leo) and judicial petitions blocking the government's 15% Safaricom share sale (TV47 Digital). While the political fallout from the Othaya church attack remains present (Daily Nation, People Daily, Taifaleo), new scrutiny targets infrastructure failure at the Likoni bridge (Standard Media).
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Kenyan digital content creator and influencer Lydia Wanjiru has opened up about a past relationship, revealing that her ex-boyfriend, Frank Doso, offered her KSh 1 million in an effort to…
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President William Ruto has appointed lawyer Katwa Kigen and 14 others, including IPOA Chairperson Ahmed Issack Hassan, as judges to the Court of Appeal....
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Court of Appeal Judge Justice Gatembu Kairu has disqualified himself from hearing a KSh2.4 billion land dispute involving the family of the late former Minister Mbiyu Koinange. The case involves…
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TV47 Digital
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has identified 392,162 tax-evading firms, businesses, and wealthy individuals who owe approximately KSh759.7 billion in unpaid taxes, following a recent withholding tax audit. This crackdown…
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DAR-ES-SALAAM, TANZANIA
VYOMBO vya Habari nchini Tanzania vimepigwa marufuku kutangaza moja kwa...
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Police say he is a person of interest whose cooperation could help trace the woman believed to be behind the fraud.
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Kenyans.co.ke
The national treasury has assured that the move is aimed at enhancing transparency in the country's financial…
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JENERALI Muhoozi Kainerugaba amekana madai kwamba wanajeshi walimshambulia mke wa...
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The spotlight has once again turned to digital creator Ruth K after musician and entrepreneur Akothee publicly commented on the controversy surrounding her personal life, reigniting online debate about accountability,…
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The Kenya Times
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15:16⇢Ruto Reshapes the Appellate Bench
⌨Kenyan editors are highlighting President Ruto's institutional maneuvers, specifically the appointment of 15 Court of Appeal judges (Nairobi Leo, Citizen). This shift toward state architecture coincides with a growing focus on gender-based violence, with taskforce recommendations for a national crisis declaration and regional denials of military aggression against women (The Kenya Times, Taifaleo). Meanwhile, the IEBC's decision to delay boundary reviews signals a strategic freeze ahead of 2027 (YNews Digital, Eastleigh Voice).
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Rukiya has safely rescued and relocated countless snakes, protecting both human communities and wildlife.
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KAMPALA, UGANDA
JENERALI Muhoozi Kainerugaba amekana madai kwamba wanajeshi walimshambulia mke wa...
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KAMPALA, UGANDA
JENERALI Muhoozi Kainerugaba amekana madai kwamba wanajeshi walimshambulia mke wa...
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Central to the dispute is a Memorandum of Understanding and Collective Bargaining Agreements negotiated before the entry of new millers.
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Wetang’ula said he has received complaints from Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, and other senior government officials, who feel they are being repeatedly summoned for the same issues.
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JUMA hili naomba tuangazie namna ya kujibu baadhi ya maswali katika riwaya ya Nguu za Jadi.
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She promised fire, warned ODM elders, and rejected power deals. Then Ida Odinga got a UNEP job and Winnie Odinga went silent. Why?
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A recent health survey reveals that approximately one in ten young men in Nairobi is experiencing erectile dysfunction (ED), a condition characterized by difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection sufficient…
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Taifa Leo
Mjoli ondoa shaka, nakutakia makuu,Ya mwili kunawirika, uwe na afya nafuu,Unatimiza miaka,...
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TV47 Digital
For thousands of learners especially those in informal settlements, a guaranteed meal at school remains the strongest motivation to attend class. Hunger has long forced many children to miss school…
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Kenyans.co.ke
The mandatory testing comes at a time when NTSA recorded more than 40 deaths from road accidents, with the last time…
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Wahome said continued reliance on the minimum university entry grade is becoming unsustainable, especially after a large number of candidates who sat the 2025...
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As part of readiness to host a successful Africa Cup of Nation (AFCON) event next year, the government has disclosed plans to invite a high-level Confederation of Africa Football (CAF)…
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16:43⇢The Fading Promise of C Plus
⌨Kenyan editors are shifting focus toward systemic educational and legal reforms. The media highlights a critical pivot in the transition to the Competency-Based Curriculum, as officials declare the C+ university entry grade unsustainable (Capital FM, YNews Digital). Simultaneously, the editorial agenda prioritizes radical judicial and social policy proposals, specifically the introduction of chemical castration for child sex offenders and the automation of external debt payments (Standard Media, People Daily).
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Families from across Kenya gathered in Nairobi to seek help repatriating relatives killed in the Russia-Ukraine war and to demand action against agencies accused of trafficking Kenyans to the frontline.
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TV47 Digital
Social media personality Raymond Omosa, popularly known as Kenyan Prince, has sparked controversy after openly admitting he drives his luxury cars without number plates because he can afford to pay…
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SPIKA wa Bunge la Kitaifa, Moses Wetang’ula, amekemea vikali kamati za Bunge kwa kile...
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TV47 Digital
A Thika Law Court has sentenced a former deputy head teacher of a private school in Thika, Kiambu County, to 28 years imprisonment for defiling a 13-year-old girl, bringing to…
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TV47 Digital
Today, former Uganda Supreme Court Justice Esther Kitimbo Kisaakye is asking hard questions concerning the just-concluded 2026 Presidential Election. In a statement dated January 27, 2026, and addressed to Electoral…
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According to KUCCPS CEO Agnes Wahome, Kenya’s heavy focus on exam grades has sidelined other education pathways and a shift toward practical skills and competencies is now expected.
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Wetang’ula said while oversight is a constitutional responsibility of the House, it must be exercised in a manner that is strategic, coordinated and free...
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High Court cases filed by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will have to await determinations by the superior courts. During the mention on January 27, 2026, a three-judge bench led…
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Facing criticism at home, Oburu has told the UK that ODM worked with Ruto to protect democracy and avoid political instability.
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SPIKA wa Bunge la Kitaifa, Moses Wetang’ula, amekemea vikali kamati za Bunge kwa kile...
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Gender-Based Violence (GBV), including femicide, remains a widespread crisis in Kenya, cutting across urban and rural settings, social classes, and age groups. While the problem is national, certain geographic, situational,…
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Currently there are 90 fully registered political parties (excluding deregistered political parties).Ukweli party and Vibrant Democratic Party were deregistered on 12th January 2026.
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People Daily
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Kenyan comedian Millicent Ayuma Obayi, popularly known as Dem Wa Facebook, has ignited online debate after hinting at contesting for women representative seat in the 2027 general elections. The witty…
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18:36⇢The C Plus Threshold Crumbles
⌨Kenyan editors are pivoting to the political survival of legislators, highlighting Speaker Wetang'ula’s warning that 56% of MPs face electoral defeat (Taifaleo, Citizen). Simultaneously, the media is scrutinizing the sustainability of university admission standards, reporting state hints at abolishing the Grade C+ entry requirement as the country transitions to the Competency-Based Curriculum (Eastleigh Voice, YNews Digital).
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Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo cited the Isiolo County where more than 14 health workers were allegedly laid off amid governance disputes.
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Citing an actuarial report presented to a parliamentary pensions committee, Wetang’ula said the House faces an attrition rate of 56 per cent, meaning a...
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Kiraitu admitted that losing the 2022 election nearly pushed him into depression....
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NCA said contractors who have not paid their annual subscription fees for the last two years, will be deleted from the national register in...
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From Soweto to Donholm, Babu Owino says no child should miss school because of fees as he steps up his bursary drive.
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The Speaker highlighted the need to establish a savings scheme to secure MPs’ welfare after leaving public office.
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Homes, schools and businesses will be without electricity on Wednesday as Kenya Power rolls out planned maintenance works.
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Daily Nation
Her nomination to the UN body is awaiting approval by Parliament.
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Njeru pointed to media reports and images showing Ruto attending a United Democratic Alliance National Governing Council meeting at State House last week.
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Kenya Power announced temporary outages on January 28 across counties including Nairobi and Nyeri for essential maintenance and new customer connections.
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The move comes after months of demonstrations and demands from health workers for promises made during the Covid-19 pandemic to be honoured.
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Winnie said coping without her father has been one of the most difficult experiences of her life, noting that their bond was both personal...
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Winnie said the hurried attempt to replace Raila Odinga did not follow established party procedures and therefore lacks legitimacy.
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22:40⇢The Incumbents' Looming Reckoning
⌨Kenyan editors are amplifying the internal power struggles within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), reporting on Winnie Odinga's challenge to the legitimacy of Oburu Oginga's leadership (Capital FM). This friction coincides with increasing scrutiny of the political elite, marked by Speaker Wetang'ula's projection that 56% of lawmakers will fail their re-election bids (Standard Media, Taifaleo) and the retirement of veteran politician Kiraitu Murungi (People Daily, Nairobi Leo).
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Winnie said the party has reached a point where members are being asked to formally declare their loyalty to the current regime, with rewards...
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Winnie said the former Prime Minister always addressed party members openly and never held secret conversations about his political intentions.
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Winnie said the former Prime Minister always addressed party members openly and never held secret conversations about his political intentions.
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Winnie Odinga has called out businessman Oketch Salah over claims he made regarding the death of her father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga....
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