Cleophas Malala

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Cleophas Malala Out as UDA Secretary General: A Naivety So Hard to Swallow!

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The dramatic ousting of Cleophas Malala from the UDA has left Kenyans buzzing! Who's Hassan Omar, and can he handle the heat?

In a surprising twist in the political landscape of Kenya, Cleophas Malala has officially been ousted as Secretary General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) amidst intense party wrangles. The UDA National Executive Council (NEC) has unanimously revoked Malala's appointment, leaving Hassan Omar to step in as the interim secretary general. This shakeup has sparked various reactions, but many party founders are cheering the decision as a long-awaited resolution to the ongoing power tussles within the party.

Cleophas Malala’s tenure has been anything but peaceful, characterized by internal disputes, bickering over party direction, and now a court battle which appears not to have obstructed his removal; this has left many in the political scene scratching their heads. Why would a court order stopping a removal be second-guessed by UDA leaders? Well, for any fans of political comedy, this spectacle is certainly one for the archives! As the dust settles, Hassan Omar is set to navigate through a sea of uncertainties, preparing the party for what could potentially be a bumpy road ahead.

As Hassan Omar gets settled into his new post at the Hustler Plaza, the realities of party leadership in Kenya becomes more apparent; it comes with its fair share of baggage! After all, running a party isn’t just about making decisions; navigating the cumulative weights of alliances, factions, and a touch of drama seems to be a critical skill as well. Omar has his work cut out, especially if he wants to keep the party on track amidst the ongoing chaos.

Meanwhile, the soaring political drama in UDA is not just a flash in the pan; it is indicative of the volatile political dynamics that often characterize Kenyan politics. Despite the complexities and occasional theatrics, political parties in Kenya play an essential role in shaping the nation’s governance and policies. Even more intriguingly, Cleophas Malala’s saga marks a pivotal moment in UDA's journey, as it forces supporters and commentators alike to ponder: what does the future hold for this ever-evolving party? As they say, politics is a circus—and in Kenya, the show is always on!

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UDA wrangles: Cleophas Malala ousted as Secretary General (The Standard)

UDA National Executive Council revokes the appointment of Cleophas Malala as Secretary-General, Hassan Omar to act in the interim.

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UDA founders applaud removal of Cleophas Malala as Secretary ... (Citizen Digital)

United Democratic Alliance (UDA) founders have welcomed the decision by the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) to revoke the appointment of Cleophas ...

Cleophas Malala Sues Chairperson Cecily Mbarire in Attempt to ... (Kenyans.co.ke)

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA), led by President William Ruto, is plunged into deeper turmoil as ousted Secretary General Cleophas Malala has ...

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Confusion as UDA kicks out Malala despite court order stopping ... (The Star, Kenya)

UDA chairperson Cecily Mbarire and the ousted party's Secretary General Cleophas Malala addressing the media at party headquarters along Ngong road, ...

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Hassan Omar Takes Office at Hustler Plaza Following Cleophas ... (Tuko.co.ke)

UDA party vice-chair Hassan Omar has taken office following his appointment as the interim secretary general, taking over during the party's transitional ...

Kenya: Malala Ousted As UDA Secretary General After Party Wrangles (AllAfrica.com)

Cleophas Malala has been ousted as United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General following weeks of intense wrangles in the party.

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Hassan Omar Replaces Malala as UDA Secretary General (Capital FM Kenya)

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 2 - Hassan Omar has taken over as acting Secretary General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party, replacing Cleophas Malala, ...

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Cleophas Malala Stripped of UDA Secretary-General Role ... (Mwakilishi.com)

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has undergone a significant leadership change, with the party's National Executive Committee revoking Cleophas Malala's ...

Cleophas Malala Stripped of UDA Secretary-General Role ... (Mwakilishi.com)

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has undergone a significant leadership change, with the party's National Executive Committee revoking Cleophas Malala's ...

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Khalende Issues Demands To UDA After Malala's Ouster From SG ... (Nairobi Leo)

UDA Founding Members Association (UFMA) chairperson Joe Khalende has welcomed the move to kick out Cleophas Malala from the Secretary-General position. In a ...

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'Usilie kama niko hapa' - Salasya invites Malala to DAP-K party (People Daily)

Salasya says both Malala and Rashid Echesa are welcomed to join DAP-K which is currently the only united party in Western Kenya.

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Malala shown the door: Inside the party NEC meeting that sent SG ... (Daily Nation)

The sacking of Cleophas Wakhungu Malalah as secretary-general of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has for months been a question of when, not if.

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