The weatherman, however, noted that the intensity of the rains is likely to reduce gradually after May 15.The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) has warned that rainfall will persist in several parts of the country until at least May 18, with some areas likely to experience heavy downpours accompanied by thunderstorms.
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Orengo Warns Gachagua’s Election as President Would Be a Disappointment for Kenya
Siaya Governor James Orengo has said it would be a setback for Kenya if Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua were to become president in the next general elections.Speaking on Wednesday during a media interview, Orengo said that although Gachagua could be eligible to run for the presidency if cleared by the courts on his impeachment charges, his election would reflect poorly on the country’s political direction.
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Opinion: Mt Kenya Risks Another Costly Mistake by Embracing Gachagua’s DCP Without Scrutiny
Make no mistake, Kenya’s problem is not leaders retreating into tribal cocoons.That, sadly, remains the default setting of our politics. The real danger lies in those who dress up ethnic realignment as a principled stand.Yesterday’s announcement by Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata that he will not defend his seat on a UDA ticket in 2027 has triggered fresh excitement in Rigathi Gachagua’s camp.
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Ngunjiri Wambugu Defends Push to Cede Ol Kalou Seat to Jubilee
Former Nyeri Town MP Ngunjiri Wambugu has defended the proposal to have the Ol Kalou parliamentary seat ceded to the Jubilee Party, emphasizing that individual political choices should not override formal coalition agreements.Wambugu dismissed claims that the seat should be withheld due to alleged cooperation between Jubilee candidate David Kiaraho and the government, arguing that such reasoning ignores established political precedents.
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Inside Gachagua’s Power Broker Strategy That Could Shape 2027 and Beyond
As Kenya edges closer to the 2027 political showdown, one figure increasingly drawing attention is Rigathi Gachagua. But what stands out is not a direct presidential push—it is a quieter, more calculated strategy unfolding beneath the surface of Mt Kenya politics.From where many observers sit, the game appears to be shifting away from the traditional race for State House and toward something more tactical: control of the ground.
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Ngunjiri Wambugu Slams Jubilee Party Social Media Team Over ‘Petty Politics’
Former Nyeri Town MP Ngunjiri Wambugu has accused the Jubilee Party’s social media handlers of engaging in “petty politics” after allegedly omitting Deputy Party Leader Jeremiah Kioni from an official post about a condolence visit.In a statement on Saturday, Wambugu said the party’s official Facebook page failed to acknowledge Kioni’s presence during a visit by senior Jubilee officials to the home of the late David Kiaraho, a Jubilee MP who passed away recently.
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Jubilee Aspirants Urge Matiang’i to Strengthen Party Ahead of 2027 Polls
A section of Jubilee Party aspirants has called on Fred Matiangi to refocus his political strategy and prioritize building a strong, vibrant party structure ahead of the next general election.The aspirants, drawn from across the country have expressed concern that Matiang’i’s current approach, largely aligned with broader opposition activities, risks weakening Jubilee’s identity and limiting his influence within the coalition.
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Duale Challenges Gachagua to Produce Evidence of Alleged Shareholding in Convergence Network Limited
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has publicly challenged former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to provide evidence supporting claims that he owns shares in Convergence Network Limited.In a statement issued on Tuesday, March 31, Duale accused Gachagua of repeatedly refusing to produce a CR12 document from the Business Registration Service, which lists the shareholders and directors of the company.
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Why Gachagua Prefers Kalonzo Over Matiangi in 2027 Political Chess
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has signaled that his preferred presidential candidate for the next election is Kalonzo Musyoka, the United Opposition.In contrast, Fred Matiangi faces a frosty reception from Gachagua. Sources say several factors make Matiangi an unappealing ally.Already, Matiangi’s decision to remain within the Jubilee Party is seen as a direct threat to Gachagua’s DCP dominance in Mt.
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Ngunjiri Wambugu Says Matiang’i Doesn’t Need Brokers to Win Nyeri Support
Former Nyeri Town Member of Parliament Ngunjiri Wambugu has declared that Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i does not need any political intermediaries to secure votes in Nyeri County.Speaking during a Jubilee Party rally in Nyeri Town on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, shortly after the launch of a new party office, Wambugu said Matiang’i enjoys direct support from the people of Nyeri and should not feel compelled to seek endorsement from any other leader.