Tag: Orange Democratic Movement (ODM)
Mombasa’s Next Governor? Joho Endorses Abdulswamad Nassir
The endorsement sets up a battle between Nassir and wealthy businessman Suleiman Shabhal who is also eyeing the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket for 2022. Shabhal ran against Joho for the seat on a Jubilee ticket in 2017 and lost, with ODM still the region's most popular party.
Joho Charms Meru After Stopping Taxation of Miraa Transporters in Mombasa
Raila asserted that if elected, his administration would focus on working to to open up new markets for Miraa including the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Raila’s Proposed Ksh6,000 Unemployment Benefit Gets Kenyans Talking
Analysts perceived the latest proposal as an interesting counter to Deputy President Ruto's 'Hustler Nation' agenda which has captured the imagination of a section of Kenyans for its economic proposals.
UhuRuto Deal That Cost Kenyans Ksh245 Billion – Jimi Wanjigi
Questioned on where his relationship with Uhuru and Ruto broke down, Wanjigi stated that it was a matter of disagreement over policy.
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Captain William Ruto: President’s Namesake With a Decorated Career
Captain William Kipkemboi Ruto is officially known by the name William Ruto, which also happens to be President William Samoei Ruto’s official name.
SMART MONEY
Amazing Origin of ‘Pesa’ and How Shilling Overtook Foreign Currencies
With the establishment of individual Central Banks for the three East African countries, Kenya began printing and minting its own shilling currency notes under the mandate given to the Central Bank of Kenya in 19676.
SMART BUSINESS
Engineer Turned Away by 6 Banks Now Owns Multi-Billion Premium Hotel
In just 12 years, PrideInn Hotels & Resorts has grown from one hotel with 28 rooms to eight hotels in five counties.
LEADERSHIP
Resignation of 3 Standard Group Directors Signals Big Trouble
Standard Group Directors: Media house announced through its Nairobi Securities Exchange filing that Dr Githinji Gitahi - who was an Independent, Non-Executive Director - had quit effective 10th November, 2023.
ENTERTAINMENT
Tusker Oktobafest Rolls East African Cultures into One
From regional events across Kenya to inaugural gatherings in Uganda and Tanzania, and the Tusker Oktobafest grand finale in Nairobi, the festival harmonized traditions, celebrated diversity, and highlighted the rich cultural tapestry of the East African culture