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Kofi Annan Foundation Warns of 84% Election Violence Risk in Kenya's 2027 Polls

The Kofi Annan Foundation warns of an 84% risk of election-related violence in Kenya's 2027 elections, citing ethnic mobilization and public mistrust as key. …

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Ruku Urges Young People in Mt Kenya to Shun Opposition Politics and Embrace Entrepreneurship

CS Geoffrey Ruku advises youth in Mt Kenya to prioritize development and entrepreneurship over opposition politics for regional growth.

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Ol Kalou Political Campaigns Conclude Ahead of Constituency By-Election

Campaigns for the Ol Kalou by-election have wrapped up with final rallies by UDA and DCP, amidst mixed reactions from residents. The election on …

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LSK Urges IEBC to Proceed with By-Elections, Rejects Postponement Over Campaign Irregularities

LSK urges the IEBC to proceed with by-elections, advocating for prosecution of electoral offenders rather than postponement due to campaign irregularities.

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Ol Kalou Polls: Campaigns Wrap Up as Voters Prepare for Thursday’s Vote

The Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election campaign has ended with a final push from contestants. Voters are set to vote on Thursday amid intense political …

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John Mbadi Claims Raila Odinga Secured Siaya Gubernatorial Seat for Orengo as a Retirement Plan

John Mbadi alleges Raila Odinga strategically helped James Orengo win the Siaya governorship, framing it as part of a retirement plan amid ongoing political …

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Court Ruling Prohibits Parliament Speakers from Active Politics During Their Term

A recent court ruling bans speakers of parliament from engaging in active political roles during their term, impacting governance and political dynamics.

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Opposition’s Last-Minute Flagbearer Reveal Risks Credibility, Says Kithure Kindiki

Kithure Kindiki warns that the opposition's last-minute flagbearer announcement could undermine their credibility ahead of the elections. Experts debate the 전략적

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Muturi Supports Kalonzo Musyoka if Not Presidential Candidate, Signaling Opposition Unity

Justin Muturi has revealed support for Kalonzo Musyoka in the event Musyoka does not run for president, indicating a strengthening of opposition unity ahead …

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Poll Results Reshape Kajiado's Political Contest, Favoring Katoo Ole Metito

Recent polls in Kajiado County reveal a pivotal shift in voter support towards Katoo Ole Metito, reshaping the political contest ahead of upcoming elections.