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A new Politrack poll puts William Ruto ahead in the 2027 presidential race, with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna second as 20,419 voters reveal their preferences.Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over four years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.Nairobi - A new poll has placed President William Ruto firmly ahead of all potential rivals in the 2027 presidential race, with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna making a notable entry as the second most preferred...

The poll places former Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna second with 19.6 per cent, followed by former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka at 10.3 per cent.NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 1 – President William Ruto leads the presidential preference survey by Politrack Africa, with 45.1 per cent of respondents saying they would vote for him if elections were held today.In its assessment, Politrack says Ruto “leads the national presidential preference tally at 45.1%”, while Sifuna has emerged as a...

Over the last four years, key national holidays have been held outside the capital city of Nairobi as parts of efforts to promote diversity and encourage nationalism.President William Ruto has hinted that the government could move the 63rd Jamhuri Day celebrations from Kiambu County to Taita-Taveta County if the construction of the new Vindo Stadium in Voi is completed in time.Speaking during the issuance of title deeds in the coastal county on Thursday, October 1, Ruto said the decision...

Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has welcomed comedian Eric Omondi to The Mwananchi Party (TMP).In a statement on Thursday, October 1, Babu described Omondi as a patriot, voice of the people, and a champion of ordinary citizens.The Mwananchi Party leader said Omondi’s arrival had made the party bigger, stronger and more vibrant.“Eric Omondi, welcome to the Mwananchi Party. You are indeed a true patriot, a voice of the people and a champion of Citizens. Your arrival...

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has revealed that his personal life has changed significantly over the past year.Speaking on Wednesday, September 30, the Senator said his movements have been severely restricted and he has been subjected to round-the-clock surveillance."My life has changed dramatically. For the past 12 months, my movement has been extremely restricted, and I have been under 24-hour surveillance," he said.This comes days after the Linda Mwananchi Movement named Sifuna as...

Karen Nyamu says musicians, athletes and creatives should get nominated seats in Parliament, while calling for fairer rules for women and political nominations.PAY ATTENTION: Mark TUKO.co.ke as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu took the floor of the Kenyan Senate on Monday, September 29, and dropped a suggestion that quickly caught public attention: that musicians, athletes, and other creatives should be given nominated...

Government-allied MPs and opposition lawmakers clashed in Parliament on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, over the proposed Ksh2.2 trillionSource: People Daily

The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has handed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and his allies an important legal victorySource: People Daily

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 1 — President William Ruto has mourned Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, describing him as a “dear friend” following a helicopter crash in Zimbabwe that authorities say killed…Ruto said Chivayo, his wife Lucy Muteke and the other passengers died in the crash in Marondera, eastern Zimbabwe, describing their deaths as a “painful loss” to their families, friends and those who knew them.“I am deeply saddened by the tragic...

Chivayo has been a constant feature at State House, Nairobi, with the businessman keeping a burging bromance with President Ruto.Popular Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, are among six people who died after a helicopter they were travelling in crashed in Marondera, Zimbabwe, on Wednesday, September 30.The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed that an aircraft carrying six occupants crashed in the Marondera Rural area at around 5pm on Wednesday. Police said more...

In Nairobi, the main candle-lighting event will be held at Uhuru Park, beginning 3pm.Former Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader, the late Raila Odinga.The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will Friday, launch a month-long programme of activities to commemorate the first anniversary of the death of its founding leader, Raila Amolo Odinga, with a nationwide candle-lighting ceremony.The ceremony, scheduled for 6pm, will be held simultaneously across the country, with the party calling...

Mohamed Shurie decision means Korane can now consolidate the support of his Abduwak clanFormer gubernatorial aspirant Mohamed Moulid Shurie shakes hands with Ali Korane after the former stepped down for the latter /STEPHEN ASTARIKOFormer Garissa Governor Ali Korane has received a boost in his bid to recapture the seat in the 2027 elections after aspirant Mohamed Moulid Shurie withdrew from the race and offered to support him.The move gives Korane an opportunity to consolidate votes from his...