Nairobi Woman Representative aspirant Everlyne Cherobon Koech has warned political leaders against reviving ethnic and divisive rhetoric ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying Kenya must not return to the political environment that preceded the 2007 post-election violence. Addressing journalists in Nairobi on Friday during a Kitwek Nairobi Forum press…
Murang’a Gubernatorial Aspirant Ditches DCP, Joins Wiper
NAIROBI — Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed former Cabinet Minister Jamleck Kamau as the new Wiper Patriotic Front chairman, describing him as an experienced coalition builder with decades of experience in national politics. This is after WPF unveiled a major restructuring of the party’s leadership, saying the…
Jubilee Unveils Roadmap for 2027 Polls, Reaffirms Commitment to United Opposition
NAIROBI, July 30 (KNA) – Jubilee Party has unveiled a one-year roadmap aimed at strengthening its structures and preparing for the 2027 General Election, saying it will field candidates for all elective positions while continuing to work with other parties under the United Opposition. Speaking during a press briefing in…
Chess Craze Sweeps Kenya as Nairobi Club Seeks More Sponsors to Nurture Talent
By Aron Kinyamasyo NAIROBI, July 25 (Safi News) – Chess is steadily shedding its image as an elite sport and gaining popularity among Kenyan children and youth, with the Nairobi Chess Club calling for more corporate sponsorship to sustain the game’s remarkable growth. Speaking during a Rapid Chess Tournament in…
Parliament Backs KEMRI’s Sh500 Million Funding Push to Complete State-of-the-Art Research Complex
By Aron | Safi News NAIROBI, Kenya – The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health has thrown its weight behind the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)’s request for an additional Sh500 million to complete the construction of a modern biomedical research complex at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), saying the…
Shimza Pays Tribute to South African Roots with New ‘Sunset in Pretoria’ EP
SOUTH AFRICA, 16th JULY_ South African Afro House sensation Shimza has unveiled his latest project, Sunset in Pretoria EP, a three-track collection celebrating his heritage while reinforcing his growing influence on the global electronic music scene. Released under his own record label, Kunye Records, the EP arrives at a defining…
Grassroots Women Leaders Raise Alarm Over Attacks on Civil Society
NAIROBI, July 14 – Grassroots women leaders have condemned what they describe as increasing intimidation and harassment of civil society organizations and human rights defenders, saying the shrinking civic space threatens accountability and the welfare of ordinary Kenyans. Speaking during a press briefing at Lagos Hotel in Nairobi on Tuesday…
Former Fafi MP rallies Northeastern residents behind Ruto’s re-election bid.
ABAQDERA, GARISSA COUNTY – Former Fafi Member of Parliament Abdikarim Osman has called on residents of Northeastern Kenya to support President William Ruto’s re-election, saying the region has witnessed increased government investment under the current administration. Addressing residents during a community meeting in Abaqdera, Osman pointed to several flagship projects,…
Wanjiku Muhia’s Lawyers Walk Out of IEBC Conduct Hearing Over Jurisdiction Dispute
Lawyers representing Kipipiri Member of Parliament Wanjiku Muhia on Friday 26th June, walked out of an Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) disciplinary hearing after challenging the legality of the committee handling the case. The legal team led by lawyer Ndegwa Njiru and Gatanga MP Edward Muriu argued that the…
Jubilee party warns UDA leaders from issuing inflammatory remarks
Jubilee Party has called on politicians from the ruling party to refrain from profiling communities and issuing inflammatory remarks that can trigger violence over the basis of political affiliations The jubilee’s young aspirants have maintained Kenya is a democratic state and everyone is entitled to have opinion including the retired…