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"I signed off my AUC chair application documents, we are focused on bringing the seat home for Kenya and serving the African people," Raila announced on X. Azimio leader Raila Odinga finalizing his AUC application, accompanied by Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei and Azimio spokesperson Makau Mutua on July 27, 2024. PHOTO: Raila Odinga / X In Summary: 1) The AU Commission has set August 6 as the deadline for chairperson candidacies. 2) Raila Odinga expresses confidence in winning the AU chairmanship, supported by President Ruto and a dedicated campaign team. 3) Raila highlights his commitment to unity, peace, and development in his bid for the AU chair. Azimio leader Raila Odinga expressed confidence in his bid for the African Union Commission (AUC...

Image file of registrar of Political Parties, Anne Nderitu In Summary: 1) James Ogega petitions to recognize "The Gen Z Party" as an official political entity. 2) Registrar rejects party name, citing lack of inclusivity. The Political Parties Dispute Tribunal is reviewing a case where James Ogega challenges the Registrar of Political Parties' decision to reject the registration of "The Gen Z Party." Ogega claims he followed proper procedures and paid required fees, but his application was denied. On July 16, 2024, Ogega was notified of a letter dated July 11, 2024, which stated the party name was rejected for not promoting inclusivity, as per constitutional requirements. Ogega argues this decision violates multiple constitutional articles. He contends the Registrar didn't...

A utility pole carrying electrical wires for distribution seen in Nairobi, Kenya.. PHOTO : Kenya Power In Summary: 1) Scheduled power interruptions will occur in Kisii, Migori, and Nyeri on Friday. 2) The interruptions are part of routine system maintenance by Kenya Power. Kenya Power has announced planned power interruptions across various areas in Kisii, Migori, and Nyeri counties on Friday. These interruptions are scheduled periodically to facilitate essential system maintenance. The power outages will occur at different times between 8 am and 5 pm. Specifically, in Kisii, power interruptions will affect areas such as Botori SDA, Nyanchwa Police Station, Nyanchwa East, Nyanchwa Complex, Kisii Treasury, and Kisii Stadium, from 9 am to 5 pm. In Migori, areas incl...

Narc Kenya party leader Martha Karua. IMAGE: Martha Karua. In Summary:1) Narc Kenya has announced its decision to leave the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition.2) The party cited prevailing political developments as the reason for their exit. Narc Kenya has officially announced its intention to exit the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition. The decision was conveyed in a letter addressed to the coalition's secretary general, Junet Mohammed, by Narc Kenya's acting secretary general, Asha Bashir. In the letter, Bashir stated, “Kindly take note that our stay in Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition is not tenable due to the prevailing political developments.” She further added that the notice to exit the coalition is effective from the date of the letter, in accordance with ...