Politics & Governance.
Elections, parties, appointments and the exercise of institutional power.
Wavinya’s Uphill Task To Oust Speaker Kiusya
By Martin MasaiMachakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti is facing a daunting challenge in her bid to remove County Assembly Speaker Anne Kiusya, as political dynamics within the assembly and the larger Wiper Party complicate…
Ndeti Plots Ouster Of Assembly Speaker Kiusya
By Martin MasaiThirty-three members of the Machakos County Assembly have signed a notice to impeach Speaker Anne Kiusya, marking the latest twist in Governor Wavinya Ndeti’s political battles.The motion, to be moved by…
Bribery As MCAs Votes For Assembly Board Members
By Anchor Writer Bribery and political maneuvering took center stage at the Machakos County Assembly as Governor Wavinya Ndeti sought to influence the composition of the County Assembly Service Board (CASB). At the…
Quitting AU Isn’t An Option For Kenya
Kenya and the African Union: A Partnership Beyond Elections By Daniel 'Boss' Ndambuki The recent calls for Kenya to withdraw from the African Union (AU) following the unsuccessful bid of its candidate for…
10 Factors Why Raila Lost Africa’s Top Seat
ANALYSIS By Daniel 'Boss' Ndambuki Raila Odinga's loss in the African Union Commission (AUC) elections can be attributed to a combination of strategic miscalculations, geopolitical dynamics, and diplomatic shortcomings. Mr. Raila Odinga: Pix…
Ministry Vacant As Wavinya Axes Officers
By Martin MasaiMachakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has made significant changes to her administration but failed to name someone to act in the place of long suspended Roads and Transport Minister RitaNdunge. Governor Wavinya…
Machakos Deputy Majority Leader Quits
By Anchor Writer Machakos County Assembly Majority Leader Mr. Jackson Ndaka today announced his resignation from the position. Mr Ndaka Ndaka cited frustrations with the county government’s failure to fulfill its development promises.…
Questions as Machakos Youth Service Begins
MYS Launched Amid Questions Over Policy, Funding, and Governance By Martin MasaiEditor & Publisher, The Anchortheanchormedia.orgMachakos County has witnessed the historic launch of the Machakos Youth Empowerment Programme now known as Machakos Youth…
Examining Devolution: Are We Due For Last Phase?
COMMENTARY By Kioko Wa Luka Twelve years since the birth of devolution under the 2010 Constitution, Kenyans are faced with a sobering reality. While devolution has undeniably brought government closer to the people…
How Impeachment Motion Collapsed
By Anchor Special Correspondent The impeachment motion against Kitui County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Finance and Economic Planning, Peter Kilonzo, collapsed on a technicality after Wiper Party-nominated MCA Jacqueline Kalenga declined to…
CECM Kilonzo Rebutts Removal Grounds
By Anchor Special Correspondent Mr. Peter Kilonzo has refuted allegations forming the basis for the Motion for his Removal from Office as the County Executive Committee Member for Finance, Economic Planning, and Revenue…
The Pact Between Doctors And County Government
By Martin Masai Doctors ended the 60-Day Strike dramatically on December 11, 2024, when the Labour Relations Court ordered them back to work and the County Government to pay them their unpaid salaries.…
Row As Wiper Makes Leadership Changes
By Anchor Writers Storm Brews in Machakos Assembly Over Proposed Leadership Changes [Exclusive] The Wiper Democratic Movement faces turbulence at the Machakos County Assembly following its decision to shake up the assembly’s leadership.…
Finance Boss Kilonzo Faces His Accusers
FACE TO FACE: The Probe team with Mr Kilonzo( Pix by CAK) The Special Committee investigating the proposed removal of County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Finance, Economic Planning, and Revenue Management, Mr.…
Bid To Remove Minister Unmasks Kalonzo’s Party
By Anchor Writer Wiper Party’s Defense of Embattled Kitui CEC Sparks Internal RiftsThe Wiper Democratic Movement Party has attempted to shield Kitui County Finance and Economic Planning Executive, Peter Kilonzo, from impeachment. Dr.…
5 Kitui MCAs Named to Probe Finance Minister
By Anchor ReporterKitui County Assembly has appointed a five-member committee to investigate allegations against Finance CECM Peter Mwikya Kilonzo. This follows a motion for his impeachment tabled by Antony Musyoka who represents Kiomo/Kyethani…
Kitui Assembly Debates Ouster Of Finance Boss
By Anchor Writers A charged debate is underway in the Kitui County Assembly as members deliberate on a motion seeking the removal of Mr. Peter Mwikya Kilonzo, the County Executive Committee Member (CECM)…