United Democratic Alliance

Kenya
Traditional leaders dispute derails opposition's plans

Joint talks between the Kikuyu and Kamba councils of elders have run aground because of tensions within the Kikuyu camp, which is split between those in favour of and opposed to William Ruto. Voices are now calling for these groups to be bypassed in the future.

Kenya
New investors make their entrance into the gold sector

South African, Indian and Kenyan groups have put themselves forward to secure gold mining and exploration licences in the Rift Valley, with several of the small firms in the running actually belonging to the same holding companies.

Kenya
Chamber of Commerce lends Ruto support ahead of presidential election

The KNCCI is using preparations for its economic summit, due to take place in Nairobi from 14 to 16 October, to mobilise rural voters.

Kenya
Nairobi maps violence hotspots ahead of 2027 elections

The main state body responsible for human rights is set to coordinate with local organisations in several regions deemed to be at risk, in the run-up to the forthcoming elections. The government, however, is awaiting international funding before launching the programme.

Kenya, Uganda
William Ruto gives assurances after Kampala takes stake in Kenya Pipeline Co

The head of state is telling his allies that Kampala did not impose any conditions on its shareholding in the former state-owned company. Keen to fend off opposition criticism, he wants to make the partial privatisation of KPC one of the key achievements of his term in office.

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
Under local pressure, port authority CEO appeals to President Ruto

Officials in coastal areas are calling for more locals to be hired in the Kenya Ports Authority, which is in the midst of a major reform. Vexed by their protests, its head is hoping his good relationship with the president helps to reestablish order.

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Kenya
Oil scandal showdown looms between Ruto and anti-corruption agency

The sluggish pace of the police investigation into substandard fuel imports has prompted the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to launch its own probe. Despite limited powers, the agency appears unafraid of clashing with two cabinet members backed by the president.

Kenya
Ruto riled by allies as golden mining opportunity unravels

The Kenyan president saw the temporary alliance as key to developing gold mines in the west. It is however proving toothless in the face of increasing opposition from the public.

Kenya
Former tax chief Anthony Mwaura's questionable business contracts

Although head of a state agency, this senior figure in the president's party has not given up his business activities in either the construction or financial sectors. Yet the awarding of major public contracts to a company owned by this influential government official raises a number of questions.

Kenya
Ruto's right-hand man calls ministers to order

Energy ministry officials are coordinating their activities more closely with the president's chief of staff, Felix Koskei, who was annoyed to see them touring their constituencies rather than attending important meetings.