Captain Ibrahim Traoré is the interim President of Burkina Faso, having assumed power on September 30, 2022, after a military coup. At just 34 years old at the time of taking office, he became the world’s youngest leader and head of state. Traoré led the coup that ousted Lieutenant Colonel Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba, citing the … Read more
Farouk Kibet’s political influence is notably significant, primarily due to his long-standing relationship and role as a close aide to President William Ruto. Here are several aspects that highlight his influence: Long-term Alliance with Ruto Farouk Kibet has been a trusted aide to William Ruto for over three decades, which has allowed him to become … Read more
John Methu, the third Senator of Nyandarua County, is a rising star in Kenya’s political scene. At just 31 years old, he has already made an indelible mark, becoming one of the youngest and most dynamic leaders in the country. This biography highlights his journey from a humble background to a prominent political leader, focusing … Read more
Women used to be afraid of being judged by society if they married in poligamous marriage as second or third wives. Since President Uhuru Kenyatta signed legislation allowing men to marry as many women as they want into law in May 2014, many of them have openly flaunted their poligamous marriage with multiple wives in … Read more
In a world teeming with deceit and betrayal, life continually proves that every ambitious leader needs a fiercely loyal right-hand man like Farouk Kibet who stands by them through thick and thin. Figures like Dembe in the popular TV series Blacklist exemplify this role. For President Ruto, no one has shown unwavering loyalty quite like … Read more
JACOB JUMA, who was born in 1971 in Mungore, a village in Kenya’s Bungoma County, has been a tireless crusader against corruption and a close ally of many opposition politicians.Slain businessman Jacob Juma had a vast business empire that included real estate, construction, mining, and general supplies. The 45-year-old father of two had a well-established … Read more
Since independence in 1963, Kenya has had a long political history marked by significant leaders. The office of the Vice President (VP) was a crucial component of Kenya’s executive structure until 2010, when the country adopted a new Constitution, creating the position of Deputy President. Below is a list of vice presidents in Kenya, their … Read more
According to the Constitution, the Deputy president can be removed from office on the grounds of; physical or mental incapacity to perform the functions of the office; or on impeachment. For impeachment, a motion must be initiated by a member of the National Assembly and supported by at least a third of all the members. This … Read more
In a document seen by Media Houses, Kibwezi West MP Eckomas Mwengi has prepared 10 charges to kick DP Gachagua out of the office, bringing to the forefront the implosion of the Kenya Kwanza administration after two years in office. Charge 1: Making inciteful remarks The lawmaker has accused DP Gachagua of making utterances that … Read more
Tanzania President cancels $10billion Chinese loan; Refers to the Terms and Conditions As One That Can Only be Accepted by Drunkard Person Is Magufuli a demigod or the general African leadership has started stepping up to Chinese Killer loans? Let’s digest it. A few years back, African leaders developed a sudden inexplicable craze for Chinese … Read more
A County Executive Committee Member (CECM) is an important official within the county government structure in Kenya. They are essentially equivalent to ministers at the county level, responsible for specific departments such as health, education, agriculture, finance, etc. CECMs are appointed by the Governor of the county and are tasked with implementing policies, managing resources, … Read more
In a statement issued by UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malalah the National Steering Committee (NSC), officiated by President Willian Ruto on Tuesday, 2, 2024 President William Ruto chaired the UDA’s National Steering Committee at the Hustler Centre today. In the meeting, several amendments were made to some of the party organs. Some leaders were shown … Read more
In the end moments of the Presidential campaign, Senegal’s duly elected President Bassirou Diomaye Faye ventured onto the stage holding the hands of two of his Senegal First Ladies Marie and Absa. It was an uncommon sight in the public legislative issues of the West African nation and an unmistakable decision by the first-round champ … Read more
Kenyans are scratching their heads over the lavish spending habits of Deputy Rigathi Gachagua’s office. Despite preaching the need for budget cuts in the government, they splurged a staggering Sh10 million on curtains. This raised eyebrows nationwide, especially as austerity measures were being emphasized. Adding to the intrigue, it’s been revealed that Gachagua’s office still … Read more
Okiya Omtatah was elected as a senator for Busia County, but he did not allow the trappings of power to get to his head. The politician said he did not upgrade his official car to go home. While most of his colleagues went for the Toyota Land Cruiser, Okiya Omtatah’s car is a Nissan AD. Demio’s … Read more
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will wield immense power in the continent should his bid for the African Union – AU Chairperson sail through. As detailed in the AU mandate, the chairperson has 12 statutory roles and gets a monthly salary of Ksh2.4 million (US15,576.75) among other hefty perks. Notably, should the ODM boss clinch … Read more