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Female Candidates Claim Discrimination in Kenyan Elections
Female candidates say underhand tactics were used to discredit their campaigns.
Experts: Government Must Heal Ethnic Rifts
New leadership needs to move from ethnically-based politics to a more inclusive form of government, experts say.
Prosecutors Oppose November Start for Kenya Case
Kenya’s Deputy President William Ruto wants trial date postponed, and asks to be excused from attending in person.
Kibera’s Unsung Hero
Despite widespread fears of violence, the country’s general election in March went off peacefully. Five years ago, Kibera slum on the outskirts of Nairobi was among the areas worst hit by the bloodshed that engulfed Kenya in the aftermath of the country’s last election in December 2007. Following a peaceful vote this time around, residents have praised the efforts of one local activist, known as Solo 7.
ICC Faces PR Battle in Kenya
Court may find it harder to pursue outreach activities now that two suspects hold high office.
Kenyan Authorities in the Dock Over Hate Speech
Was enough done to counter incitement and threats that spread online during recent elections?
Green Light for Kenyatta Case
Kenyan president’s bid to get Hague case thrown out is rejected by judges.
Kenya’s Forgotten IDPs
Thousands of people displaced by 2007-08 electoral violence are still waiting for help.
Ugandan Leader Lashes Out at ICC
Was President Museveni expressing genuine African resentment of the court, or just manoeuvring to position himself as regional leader?
Old Tensions Persist in Kenya’s Rift Valley
Winning electoral team held up as model of ethnic cooperation, but that isn’t quite reflected on the ground.
Kenyan Poll Verdict Gets Mixed Reaction in Kisumu
Kenyan Poll Verdict Supreme Court ruling that Uhuru Kenyatta won presidency sparks protests in Kisumu, but business owners welcome end to uncertainty.
Supreme Court clears way for Kenyatta presidency
After a 14-day legal battle following Kenya’s presidential election, the Supreme Court removed the final obstacle for Uhuru Kenyatta to assume the presidency.
Kenyatta’s Winning Game
Strong campaigning from president-elect won him votes in areas usually dominated by his main rival.
Kenyans Anxious Over Election Ruling
As Supreme Court weighs legal challenge to poll results, many voters just want clarity one way or the other.
Kenyan Journalists Defend Election Coverage
While critics say reporting was too soft, many in the industry say discretion reflected a responsible approach.
Diplomatic Dilemma in Kenya
Western governments warned against electing Uhuru Kenyatta, but what should they do now that he looks certain to become president?
ICC Under Fire Over Investigations
Dropping of charges against Kenyan suspect raises serious questions about role of witnesses.
“Ocampo Six” now “Bensouda Three”
Only three Kenyan defendants remain at the International Criminal Court after ICC Chief Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda announced that she was dropping charges against Francis Kirimi Muthaura at a March 11 Status Conference in The Hague.
Final Vote Count Brings First-Round Victory for Kenyatta
Kenya’s electoral body IEBC released its final tally for Kenya’s March 4 presidential election, giving Uhuru Kenyatta just over 50% of the vote.
ICC Judges Postpone Kenya Trials to May & July
With presidential ballots still being counted in Nairobi, the start of presidential hopeful Uhuru Kenyatta’s ICC trial postponed to 9 July 2013, while running mate William Ruto’s trail will begin on 28 May 2013.
