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BY NJOKI KARANJA  7th March 2026. Women leaders have been challenged to aggressively pursue elective positions in the 2027 General Election, with a strong message that political power is claimed through action, not granted. The call dominated proceedings at the Jamhuri Kenya Leadership Awards 2026, held at the Swiss Lenana Mount Hotel, where influential women from across the country were honoured for excellence in leadership, governance, education, and community empowerment. Speaking during the ceremony, Judith Wanza Kasyoka urged women to boldly step into competitive politics, noting that gender barriers remain deeply entrenched at the grassroots level. “Power is grabbed, not given,” she said, recounting her victory over 11 male candidates to secure the Nuu Ward seat in Kitui County. Kasyoka, now serving her second term, remains the only elected female Member of County Assembly in the county. Her sentiments were echoed through the recognition of Ruth Kuya, the sole ele...

BY NJOKI  KARANJA. The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is set to conduct its Repeat Phase II grassroots elections on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in a major exercise expected to draw millions of participants across the country. According to a media briefing issued ahead of the vote, the party will oversee elections in 18 counties, including Kisumu, Siaya, Migori, Kisii, Bungoma, Makueni, Machakos, Kitui, Isiolo, Marsabit, Taita Taveta, Lamu, Tana River, Kilifi, Kwale, Mombasa, and Turkana. Elections in Kajiado County, however, have been scheduled for Saturday, April 25. The exercise has attracted significant interest, with over 450,000 candidates registered to contest for 20 positions at polling centres. These positions represent a wide cross-section of society, including women, youth, special interest groups, farmers, religious leaders, professionals, and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) traders. UDA expects a turnout of approximately eight million vote...

BY Staff Reporter Nairobi, Kenya. A significant political realignment is unfolding in the Gilgil parliamentary race following signals that Victor Njeru intends to vie for the seat, injecting fresh momentum and strategic depth into the contest. Amb. Njeru, described as a seasoned and forward-thinking leader, is positioning his candidacy around a platform of timely action and transformative governance. His entry is expected to reshape the dynamics of the race, drawing attention from both political observers and constituents in the Gilgil constituency. Anchored on the slogan “The Future Can’t Wait,” his campaign underscores a sense of urgency in addressing key development challenges facing the area. The message signals a shift toward proactive leadership, with a focus on accelerating progress and delivering tangible results. Analysts note that Njeru’s experience and strategic approach could appeal to a broad base of voters seeking decisive leadership and clear dire...

BY NJOKI KARANJA  Nairobi, Kenya.  A grassroots lobby group has escalated its push for accountability in the controversial fuel waiver saga, filing a public interest petition seeking the removal of senior government officials following a violent attack on its national convenor. Mtetezi – the Grassroots Economic Justice Movement on Friday condemned the assault on its National Convenor, Francis Awino, who was allegedly attacked by a group of goons during a press briefing. The incident, which also saw journalists assaulted, left Awino injured and briefly hospitalized before his discharge. The group linked the attack to its recent calls for the resignation of Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi and Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui over their alleged connections to the importation of substandard fuel through a controversial waiver process. In a statement, Mtetezi said it has now moved to court, arguing that the continued stay in office of the two Cab...

BY NJOKI KARANJA  Nairobi, April 8, 2026. The estate of former Nyeri Governor James Nderitu Gachagua has issued a detailed public statement dismissing claims of disinheritance and mismanagement, affirming that all beneficiaries received their rightful shares in strict accordance with the deceased’s will. In the statement released through Musyimi and Company Advocates, the Executors—among them former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua—said they were compelled to respond due to what they described as widespread misinformation in both mainstream and social media regarding the administration of the estate. The Executors clarified that the estate, valued at billions of shillings, was distributed to 23 beneficiaries after settling liabilities amounting to KSh 1.07 billion owed to banks and other creditors. They emphasized that no beneficiary was disinherited and that all distributions adhered strictly to the terms outlined in the late Gachagua’s will. “The magnitude of inaccur...

BY NJOKI KARANJA  Nairobi, April 7, 2026. Heineken has unveiled a new football-themed marketing campaign in Kenya aimed at transforming how fans experience the UEFA Champions League, with a strong focus on building social connections. Dubbed “Fans Have More Friends,” the campaign, launched in partnership with Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL), will feature a series of in-bar match viewing experiences across major towns including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and Nakuru. The initiative seeks to turn football viewing from a solitary or passive activity into vibrant, interactive social events where fans can bond over shared passion for the game and form new friendships. The campaign kicks off in Nairobi this week with a high-profile quarter-final clash between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. Additional fan events will be rolled out in other cities, culminating in a grand finale on May 31, 2026, during the UEFA Champions League final in Budapest. KWAL Commercial Director Alice M...