All Sunday 1 November 2026 Newspaper Headlines Review: Standard, Daily Nation, Taifa Leo, Star, PD

Kenya’s political landscape dominates the Sunday, November 1, 2026, newspaper headlines, with growing divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s political future and the unfolding 2027 succession battle taking centre stage.

The Sunday Standard leads with the headline “Pale Shadow,” examining how the month intended to honour the legacy of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has instead exposed deep divisions within the political movement he built.

The publication highlights disagreements involving the Odinga family, Ida Odinga, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna’s emerging Linda Mwananchi movement. It argues that competing political interests and disagreements over ODM’s possible cooperation with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election have weakened the party.

The Daily Nation, meanwhile, leads with “Courting Kalonzo,” focusing on growing political attention surrounding Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka.

The newspaper examines President Ruto and his allies’ continued efforts to win Kalonzo’s support, with political observers closely monitoring the former Vice President’s next move. His position in the opposition and the possibility of changing political alliances could significantly influence the 2027 presidential contest.

The publication also examines the political cooperation between Ruto and ODM national chairman Oburu Oginga, highlighting discussions surrounding a possible 2027 political arrangement.

Taifa Leo captures the reconciliation debate through its headline “Patanisho Tata,” focusing on efforts to bring former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua together ahead of the next General Election.

The Swahili newspaper examines the complicated political negotiations and the challenges facing those pushing for reconciliation.

People Daily also highlights lifestyle and cultural issues, including a special feature titled “A Taste of Nusantara: Exploring Indonesia’s Rich Culinary Heritage.” Its front page further highlights youth empowerment through the Shabikia MaYouth campaign.

The Star’s political coverage places attention on opposition strategies for challenging Ruto’s re-election bid, including lessons drawn from former President Mwai Kibaki’s successful political playbook.

Meanwhile, the Weekly Review examines how politicians are increasingly abandoning expensive urban rallies for targeted campaigns as the 2027 election approaches.

Overall, Sunday’s newspapers paint a picture of a politically charged country, with alliances, divisions and succession battles shaping the road to 2027.

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