Kenya
Ex-Kibaki and Kenyatta strategist builds anti-Ruto caucus

Kenya
Ruto revives his religious networks

The president's entourage is seeking to forge closer ties with the Presbyterian Church, which is very popular in central Kenya. In recent months, the head of state has lost support in this region while continuing to win over the western part of the country, including through religious circles.

Kenya
NGO once opposed to Kalonzo Musyoka hires lobbyist in Washington

As the former vice president and opposition candidate has just launched his campaign for the next general elections in 2027, the International Policy Group has signed a hefty contract with an American consultant.

Kenya
Ruto administration boosts local surveillance in run up to general election

Small groups of respected figures are being set up to gather information on the security situation and pass it on to the government. With just a year to go before the vote, the atmosphere remains tense.

Kenya
American supplier sues Kenya Airways over unpaid bills

US supplier Aero Industrial Supply filed a lawsuit against Kenya Airways in a New York court on 2 June, claiming more than a million dollars in compensation for unpaid bills.

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Kenya
Security services on alert over volatile social climate

Public anger is mounting for a number of reasons and people are expected to take to the streets by the end of June. Police and intelligence agencies have stepped up surveillance and advised that the army be kept on standby in case protests spiral.