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Gideon Moi’s Kanu gamble puts President Ruto’s Rift Valley grip to test

Gideon Moi’s Kanu gamble puts President Ruto’s Rift Valley grip to test

The fallout comes as Dr Ruto intensifies efforts to consolidate support in his Rift Valley...

President William Ruto at Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi's Kabarak home on October 10, 2025.

Kanu chairman Gideon Moi’s decision to break his year-long silence over an unfulfilled political pact with President William Ruto has opened a new battle for control of the Rift Valley vote, testing the President’s grip on his traditional political stronghold 10 months before the 2027 General Election.

Gideon, a former Baringo Senator, has accused Dr Ruto of reneging on an agreement reached a year ago.

Gatheru Visioners Sacco has helped members acquire land, build homes, and launch thriving businesses.

Grade Six and Grade Nine learners begin national tests today with Knec reporting an increase in candidature this year compared with previous years.

For three consecutive General Elections, Turkana has elected governors on the ODM ticket.

Pastor's final calls to their assistants turned into heart breaking farewells as 24 people died.

The proposed tax cuts present a difficult balancing act for a cash-strapped National Treasury already grappling with a Sh1.2 trillion budget deficit.

The latest blackout has revived concerns about Pate Island’s vulnerability to prolonged power disruptions.

Governor Sakaja demands answers from Kamukunji police over suspects' release on bail as families await news of missing relatives.

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