Martha Karua
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Martha Karua's father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua, dies
By Okinda Benjamin • Sep 27, 2026
Martha announced his death on Sunday after visiting him in Kirinyaga with her siblings earlier in the day.
Martha Karua Warns Ruto Government’s Days in Power Are Numbered
By Judy Kendi • Sep 4, 2026
PLP leader Martha Karua has intensified her criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, accusing Kenya Kwanza of overseeing rights violations and governing through fear, intimidation and impunity.
Martha Karua Urges Women to Prioritise Competence Over Gender in 2027 Politics
By Judy Kendi • Aug 17, 2026
People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has urged women seeking elective positions to embrace healthy political competition, focus on competence and avoid attacking rivals, while encouraging them not to let financial constraints discourage them from contesting.
Martha Karua to Lead PLP Grassroots Mobilisation Drive in Murang’a
By Judy Kendi • Jul 29, 2026
People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua is set to tour Murang’a County as the party intensifies grassroots mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Martha Karua Says Gachagua Remains Eligible to Contest Presidency Despite Impeachment Appeal
By Judy Kendi • Jul 22, 2026
People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has argued that Rigathi Gachagua is still eligible to contest any elective position, including the presidency, as his impeachment appeal has not been fully determined.
Wambugu Ngunjiri Praises Martha Karua for Opposing Early Endorsement of Kalonzo
By Judy Kendi • Jul 10, 2026
Former Nyeri Town MP Wambugu Ngunjiri has praised PLP leader Martha Karua for opposing what he described as premature efforts to endorse Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka as the United Opposition's 2027 presidential flag bearer.