Siaya Governor James Orengo when he appeared before the Senate CPIC Committee at Parliament on June 9, 2025. They want Orengo to focus on service delivery to Siaya residents and shun national politics. According to Atandi, ODM risks losing the Siaya seat if Orengo is given a ticket for the next election. “Orengo should focus on service delivery, especially ensuring that contractors in the county are paid promptly,” he said. Similarly, Ochieng, who has declared interest in unseating Orengo in the 2027 General Election, accused Orengo of failing to deliver services to the people as promised during campaigns of his election.

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[SIMON MAINA / AFP]Harambee Stars midfielder Austine Odhiambo has completed a move from Gor Mahia to Lebanese Premier League side Nejmeh SC. Nejmeh confirmed the signing through their official Facebook page, welcoming Odhiambo to Beirut with an exciting message that underlined their confidence in his ability to deliver on the pitch. The move comes on the back of an outstanding spell at Gor Mahia, where Odhiambo established himself as the most creative player in the FKF Premier League over the past two seasons. Odhiambo wrote a heartfelt farewell message on social media to Gor Mahia fans after his move to Lebanese giants Nejmeh SC. Odhiambo will also find familiar faces at his new club, joining fellow Harambee Stars players Teddy Akumu and Masoud Juma.

Tanzania head coach Miguel Gamondi has dedicated their AFCON 2025 milestone to those who died on October 29. Source: TwitterThe country's men's football national team progressed to the knockout rounds of AFCON for the first time in their history. The huge milestone was well-received by Gamondi, who dedicated the win to Tanzanians, after the violence that marred the country following the presidential election in October. Tanzania's coach dedicates AFCON success to election victimsSpeaking after qualifying for the Round of 16, Gamondi dedicated the qualification to the citizens back at home. Source: TwitterHow Sudan qualified for AFCON Round of 16In another report, Sudan qualified for the Round of 16 without scoring a single goal.

About three-quarters of New York City voters under the age of 30 voted for Mamdani, according to an Associated Press voter poll. They already disagree with Trump on so many things, if we're talking about New York City voters," Nagler said. One strategy for keeping the momentum of his campaign could be to turn his captive social media followers into active grassroots organisers. After all, social media "was the front door into a huge field operation and youth volunteer corps" for the mayor-elect, Braitch said. "That broader reputational risk is part of what makes his governing-era social media so consequential," she added.

The growing use of Artificial Intelligence has touched every nation, and it is being used across all sectors. Now, for the first time in the world, two drones flew without any human intervention and completed a close formation flight. World first AI drone formation---Advertisement---According to Interesting Engineering, Turkey’s Kizilelma drones performed an autonomous close formation flight without any human intervention. It is reported that the two aircraft, with the help of Artificial Intelligence, onboard sensors and data exchange, shared information with each other. As per reports, the drones were designed to operate in both modes-autonomously without human intervention and manually.

President William Ruto has announced that the government has committed Sh1.4 billion to complete Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega. According to the president the construction of the 25,000-seat capacity facility will be complete by end of the year. The investment, he said, is part of our wider plan for Kakamega County, "where we have already committed Sh35 billion to accelerate development and improve livelihoods." "It will the largest in Western Kenya, and a strong base for sporting excellence," he stated. He spoke when he presided over the grand finale of Governor Barasa football tournament at Bukhungu Stadium.

Ruto ascended to power on the promise of uplifting hustlers through Kenya Kwanza administration policies. In his New Year message delivered at the Eldoret State Lodge on December 31, 2025, Ruto said hustlers had moved from slums to decent houses under the affordable housing programme. He promised more benefits for hustlers in 2026 through subsidised agriculture and increased job opportunities in the housing and roads infrastructure sectors. President Ruto noted that more than five million Kenyans are addicted to drugs, mainly alcohol. Ruto reiterated that his dream of taking Kenya into the league of Asian tigers, including Singapore, will kick off in 2026.

[File, Standard]The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has hailed President William Ruto’s New Year's Eve directive on alcohol and drug abuse. The authority on Thursday said the directive not only underscores the government’s commitment to addressing alcohol and substance abuse as a critical national issue but also reaffirms its resolve to confront alcohol and drug abuse due to its impact on public health, national security, productivity, and social cohesion. While declaring alcohol and drug abuse a national emergency, Ruto said his government will strengthen the anti-narcotics unit to combat the menace. The President added that the burden of substance abuse falls heaviest on men and young people. He added that the authority appreciates Ruto’s leadership and goodwill in the fight against alcohol and drug abuse across the country and commits its unwavering commitment to the realisation of a healthy nation.

This is the year Kenya’s transformation journey will take shape, President William Ruto has said. President Ruto spoke when he made his New Year address at State Lodge in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, on Wednesday evening. President Ruto said the government is setting a clear national mission to reduce the number of Kenyans living in poverty by half, lifting millions into dignity and opportunity. At the same time, President Ruto pointed out that transformation does not require miracles. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki commended President Ruto for bringing the country together and engaging his political rivals in the interest of national unity.

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A taxi driver is fighting for his life in hospital after he was stabbed during a confrontation with a passenger he had ferried to Eastleigh, Nairobi. Police said the driver had picked up a passenger from South C and driven him to Eastleigh. According to police, the passenger allegedly contacted another individual who brought a knife, which was then used to stab the driver. The driver sustained multiple stab wounds to the back and collapsed at the scene as the assailant fled. In a separate incident, police are investigating the killing of a man who was allegedly attacked by a mob in the Riruta area of Nairobi after being accused of theft.

Jackson Ole Sapit at the All Saints Cathedral on January 1, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]Church leaders across the country used New Year services to raise concerns on the state of the economy, national unity and moral leadership. High taxation, high interest rates, the cost of electricity and relentless borrowing are squeezing families and businesses alike,” Ole Sapit said. Faith must never be controlled by the state, even as crime is addressed through the law,” Ole Sapit said. “Economic justice, accountable leadership and national unity must go hand in hand, with faith communities remaining a moral compass for the nation,” Obuya said.

Sudan qualified for AFCON 2025 Round of 16. How Sudan qualified for AFCON Round of 16However, the manner in which they qualified has raised eyebrows as they failed to score any goals throughout the group stage. Appiah's side were third behind Mozambique and Benin to confirm their place in the Round of 16. Senegal will face Sudan in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16. How Tanzania qualified for AFCON Round of 16Sudan's case is almost similar to Tanzania's, who qualified for the Round of 16 without winning any game.

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