Osotsi dismissed claims that ODM is only interested in negotiating for junior positions, saying the party has enough leadership depth to field a presidential candidate in 2027. “Oburu Oginga is telling us that ODM does not want the presidency and does not want the deputy presidency. We want to tell him today, here in Kakamega, that ODM has leaders who are more than qualified to be president,” Osotsi said. Osotsi’s remarks come at a time of heightened political debate within ODM over the party’s direction ahead of the 2027 General Election. The comments follow recent statements by Oburu that have stirred controversy over the party’s bargaining position in ongoing political realignments.

The Linda Wananchi rally at the Amalemba grounds in Kakamega on Saturday, February 21, 2026. /HILTON OTENYOOne person was seriously injured after a tear gas canister was thrown near the dais during the Linda Wananchi rally organised by embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna in Kakamega town on Saturday. Youths present at the rally moved quickly to contain the situation, breaking a gate to a nearby compound from which the canister appeared to have originated. Tensions in Kakamega town had been high earlier, with youths and bodaboda riders moving through the streets atop trucks, tuktuks, and motorbikes, carrying placards marked “Tutam.”Traders temporarily closed their businesses amid concerns of possible clashes between different groups. Siaya Governor James Orengo said the rally would provide direction for the Linda Wananchi movement.

IND vs SA: India are unbeaten so far but the real test starts now. Hardik is ‘Game-Changer’According to Paranjape, Hardik Pandya is the player who lifts this Indian side to another level. He scored 87 runs at a strike rate of 155 and picked up five wickets at an economy of 7.9. Until the end of the 2024 World Cup, his strike rate hovered around 134 against pace and spin. He’s taken four wickets in three league games at an economy rate of six and a strike rate of 13.5.

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i and Former President Uhuru KenyattaFormer President Uhuru Kenyatta has been drawn to the centre of simmering factional battles within the united opposition seeking to unseat President William Ruto in 2027. Uhuru now finds himself navigating a delicate political balance between former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i and Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, who are locked in an intensifying contest for the opposition’s presidential flag bearer position.

ODM party leader Oburu Oginga is in Siaya for the Linda Ground rally/FAITH MATETEODM Party Leader Senator Oburu Oginga on Saturday told supporters that the party is not expelling dissenting members, but anyone who feels uncomfortable with ODM is free to leave. “We are not expelling anybody from the party, but anybody who feels uncomfortable with us is free to leave,” he said. The ODM leader noted that the party has spent considerable time in opposition and is now determined to be part of the next government. “Oburu is the party leader of ODM. “We are here as an ODM party brigade.

Millions were left behind because it was as much as the HGV could hold, with one crime writer saying the robbers did not know how much cash was in the building, and were unable to count it because "there was so much money".

President William Ruto/PCSIn a light moment at State House, President William Ruto had those present in stitches as he quipped about his deputy, Kithure Kindiki. Speaking to the audience, the President touched on ongoing development projects but did not shy away from injecting humour into his address. The conversation began with Ruto noting the persistent reminders he had received about the much-talked-about Nithi Bridge. (You know, sometimes it’s good to have an assistant who is more educated than you)The audience erupted in laughter, understanding the jest was directed at Deputy President Kindiki. This is not the first time President William Ruto has made such remarks.

1 / 5Sachin Tendulkar's son, Arjun Tendulkar, is preparing to tie the wedding knot with his longtime girlfriend, Saaniya Chandhok, next month. Ahead of their big day, the bride-to-be flew to Kenya to enjoy a wild bachelorette party hosted by Sara Tendulkar. 2 / 5Sara shared a cute picture of Saaniya holding a Cheetos packet inside a van in the wilds of Kenya. 3 / 5At the bachelorette bash, Saaniya wore a radiant white satin nightsuit, while Sara dazzled in a pink nightsuit in what appeared to be a pyjama party. 4 / 5In the series of pictures, Sara offered a glimpse of her adorable bond with Saaniya, flaunting their nail makeover.

Eagle-eyed viewers will be able to spot some familiar Kent scenes in a Harry Potter star’s new Channel 4 show. Picture: Rob Baker Ashton / Channel 4The Kent Film Office says production crews visited Kingsgate Bay and Louisa Bay in Broadstairs. Describing the series, Channel 4 says: “Dirty Business is a major new factual drama investigating one of the biggest potential corporate scandals in British history. Louisa Bay in Broadstairs“Two ordinary men uncovering negligence, illegal pollution, and corporate indifference that should never have been tolerated. Previously, an advert starring Dua Lipa was filmed in Viking Bay in Broadstairs before showing the 28-year-old singer strutting through the sand towards Victoria Parade.

Another important exemption is goods that are part of the USMCA - the trade agreement between the US, Mexico and Canada. Those goods were also exempt from the IEEPA tariffs and Prime Minister Mark Carney has often said Canada is among the countries in the world with the lowest tariff rate due to the USMCA exemption.

President William Ruto/PCSPresident William Ruto has made reappointments to key boards and advisory bodies across major government agencies and institutions. They cover a range of organisations involved in development, research, tourism, youth, and women's empowerment. In the notice, Ruto re-appointed Mzee Mwinyi Mzee as the non-executive Chairperson of the board of directors of the Coast Development Authority. Similarly, Samson Kipkoech Some was re-appointed as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Tourism Fund Board under the Tourism Act (Cap. The re-appointments are particularly significant in sectors like coastal development, tourism, health research, and youth and women empowerment.

Ever found yourself watching the News24 channel and wondered, “Who is the owner of News24?” It’s a pretty common question, right? Understanding who owns a media house like News24 gives us a crucial perspective on the information we consume. But Anurag Sinha isn’t just a lone wolf; he’s a significant part of a larger entity – the Bagla Group. Think of the Bagla Group as the parent company, and News24 as one of its prominent offspring. Why Ownership Matters: Impact on News CoverageOkay, so we’ve established who owns News24 – mainly Anurag Sinha and the Bagla Group.

Kakamega primary school headteacher Dickson Wanyangu instructed the grade 9 candidates of the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment to the institution on October 24,2025. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]Thousands of unemployed primary school teachers have been dealt a major blow after the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) announced it will not recruit teachers to the institutions, as they already have a surplus. The commission now says its hiring focus will shift to junior and senior secondary schools, effectively locking out thousands of trained primary school teachers who had hoped to secure employment.

"They have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation," said King Charles about the police inquiry, after the arrest of his brother. For instance, more than 18 months ago the King made active attempts to remove Andrew from Royal Lodge, his former mansion in Windsor. But instead Andrew remained part of the Royal Family, appearing at national events, at cross-purposes to the worthier efforts of his elder brother. There's also no overstating the frustration of royal officials at the way that Andrew has kept scuppering their plans. The then Prince Andrew and then Prince Charles at Ascot in 2002

With the economic ecosystem remaining affected throughout 2025, investors turned to precious metals. The record high followed by a sharp fall has left investors in a dilemma over whether to keep these precious metals in their portfolios or exit. Historically, gold and silver has strongly acted as a hedge against risks such as inflation, currency depreciation, and global turbulence. If you have entered into precious metals for the short term, partial profit booking may be justified. Historically, gold and silver have generally followed an upward trend over the long term; therefore, make your decision accordingly.