Gaucho was once again in the spotlight after launching another round of explosive attacks, this time targeting Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and the outspoken Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. According to Gaucho, the two leaders represent the worst political choice Nairobi could make, arguing that it would be a tragedy if either of them were […]

By Chris Akali on 07/19/2026

A 24-year-old former Radio Africa journalist has died following a tragic road crash involving a motorcycle and a concrete mixer on Nairobi’s Uhuru Highway. The fatal accident happened at around 5:30 p.m. on Friday near the University Way roundabout, police confirmed. According to preliminary findings, the motorcycle and a Foton concrete mixer were both heading […]

By Chris Akali on 07/18/2026

Rigathi Gachagua will not be an easy politician to contain or influence going forward after his side’s victory in the Ol Kalou by-election. The win was significant. It signaled that President William Ruto’s UDA is facing serious political resistance in the Mt. Kenya region. However, while the victory strengthens the opposition, it could also elevate […]

By Chris Akali on 07/18/2026

Kenyan politics is becoming increasingly discouraging and, at times, downright shocking. The unfortunate reality is that many politicians are driven by self-interest rather than the interests of the people who elect and defend them. Principles are often abandoned the moment a better political opportunity presents itself. Yesterday, Kenyans woke up to the news that Mr. […]

By Chris Akali on 07/18/2026

It will not be easy for President William Ruto to secure re-election in 2027. The reason is simple: elections are ultimately decided by numbers, and numbers are stubborn. They cannot be wished away or altered by political rhetoric. For decades, the Mt. Kenya region has produced or strongly influenced Kenya’s presidents, and that reality has […]

By Chris Akali on 07/18/2026

Political analyst Mutahi Ngunyi has sparked fresh political debate after urging President William Ruto to stop investing political energy in winning back the Mt. Kenya region following UDA’s defeat in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. In a strongly-worded statement, Prof. Ngunyi argued that the by-election outcome was proof that many voters in the region have […]

By Chris Akali on 07/17/2026

I wasn’t particularly invested in the Ol Kalou by-election for two reasons. First, I had no direct interest in the contest. Second, neither of the two main rival parties inspired confidence in me.   That said, I found myself hoping DCP would defeat UDA for one reason: the government side appeared to be relying on […]

By Chris Akali on 07/16/2026

Detectives from the Homicide Investigations Bureau of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested the prime suspect in the killing of 25-year-old Joy Kanini Gathu following an intelligence-led operation in Timau, Meru County. The suspect, identified as John Nderitu Mureithi, was apprehended on the night of July 10, 2026, along the Nanyuki–Isiolo Road as […]

By Chris Akali on 07/13/2026

Ex-Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi’s remarks that President William Ruto has “never lost an election” have reignited debate about the role of political rhetoric in a democracy. While supporters may view the statement as a reflection of Ruto’s electoral track record, critics note that electoral success in the past does not guarantee future victories and caution […]

By Chris Akali on 07/12/2026

Recent remarks by impeached former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, now leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), have once again placed his leadership style under the spotlight. Speaking during a press briefing on Friday, Gachagua publicly objected to the reported involvement of Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata and the Linda Mwananchi team in the […]

By Chris Akali on 07/11/2026

Many Kenyans were drawn to Dr. William Ruto’s energetic campaign style and his promises to tackle corruption, curb wasteful public spending, and keep government closely connected to ordinary citizens. His 2022 frequent visits to villages, schools, churches, and markets created the impression of a leader determined to remain accessible and responsive to the concerns of […]

By Chris Akali on 07/10/2026

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has intensified his criticism of ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, arguing that the youthful politician should temper his national ambitions. According to Mudavadi, Sifuna is not yet ready for the country’s top offices and should allow more seasoned leaders to complete their political journeys before seeking the presidency. “We had leaders […]

By Chris Akali on 07/09/2026

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has announced his departure from the Democratic Action Party–Kenya (DAP-K), citing irreconcilable differences with party leader Eugene Wamalwa over the party’s strategic direction ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking on Wednesday, July 8, Natembeya said Wamalwa rejected his proposal to transform DAP-K from a predominantly regional outfit into a […]

By Chris Akali on 07/09/2026

Kenya stands at a crossroads. The country’s youthful population is one of its greatest assets, yet persistent unemployment and inequality threaten to turn this demographic advantage into a source of frustration. Many young people leave school with aspirations for productive careers only to encounter a labor market that offers too few opportunities. The resulting sense […]

By Chris Akali on 07/09/2026

Many young people in Kenya, particularly educated but unemployed graduates, are increasingly finding themselves working for politicians as unofficial spokespersons and campaign surrogates rather than in stable professional roles. Their predicament reflects the harsh reality of economic hardship. Instead of being empowered to demand sound policies and meaningful opportunities, some are drawn into defending political […]

By Chris Akali on 07/09/2026

During the June 2024 Gen Z protests against the Finance Bill, Police Constable David Karuri Maina, who was attached to the Rapid Deployment Unit of the National Police Service, was deployed in Nairobi’s central business district to disperse demonstrators. According to reports, he sustained catastrophic injuries while handling a tear-gas launcher when a canister detonated […]

By Chris Akali on 07/09/2026

MP Jack Wamboka has dismissed National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula’s threat to sue The Standard over a report alleging that he influenced the appointment of relatives and close associates to government positions, describing the planned legal action as “hogus.” The Bungoma County legislator maintained that the newspaper’s story was accurate and fact-based, adding that he […]

By Chris Akali on 07/09/2026