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Court Rules Retired Presidents Cannot Hold Political Party Office Beyond Six Months

The Attorney General, National Assembly and Registrar of Political Parties opposed the petition, maintaining that the restriction was constitutional and served legitimate public-interest objectives.

  • High Court upholds Kenya law limiting retired presidents to six months of political party office.
  • Petition argued provision violated constitutional rights to political participation and equality.
  • Court rejected claim, stating retired presidents are a distinct category with unique status.

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Linda Mwananchi presidential ticket: Manyora says Sifuna would beat Orengo in Siaya

Political analyst Herman Manyora has come out to downplay Siaya Governor James Orengo’s battle for the Linda Mwananchi presidential ticket against Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, saying that if…

  • Political analyst Herman Manyora dismisses James Orengo's victory claim in Siaya County.
  • Linda Mwananchi nominee Edwin Sifuna favored due to popularity among Kenyan youth.
  • Orengo proposes unity talks, but Sifuna urges opposition to select a single presidential candidate.

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Lecornu: no mercy for retirees

Le gouvernement ne fait plus mystère de sa volonté de mettre à contribution les retraités pour faire des économies dans le budget 2027, une mesure forcément impopulaire.

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