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Oppositionโ€™s political arithmetic: What Karuaโ€™s fatherโ€™s burial revealed about 2027 unity

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 38 views

Edwin SifunaKalonzo MusyokaWiper

The burial of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of Peopleโ€™s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, became more than a family farewell as leading opposition figures shared a platform in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County. Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, Martha Karua, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Siaya Governor James Orengo, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, […]

The burial of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of Peopleโ€™s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, became more than a family farewell as leading opposition figures shared a platform in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County. Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, Martha Karua, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Siaya Governor James Orengo, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, […]

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Inside Kenyaโ€™s 2027 political vehicle battle as new parties face crucial legal tests

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Aloys Michael👁 26 views

Edwin Sifuna

Kenyaโ€™s 2027 political contest is entering a critical administrative phase, with politicians seeking new or existing party vehicles facing a chain of legal requirements that could determine whether their political brands make it to the ballot. The latest development is Edwin Sifunaโ€™s Linda Mwananchi Movement, whose name has now been reserved by the Office of […]

Kenyaโ€™s 2027 political contest is entering a critical administrative phase, with politicians seeking new or existing party vehicles facing a chain of legal requirements that could determine whether their political brands make it to the ballot. The latest development is Edwin Sifunaโ€™s Linda Mwananchi Movement, whose name has now been reserved by the Office of […]

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Take Rutoโ€™s goodies but vote for Sifuna, Osotsi tells voters

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Enock Amukhale👁 33 views

William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi has urged voters to accept food, money and other handouts from President William Rutoโ€™s administration but vote for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna in the 2027 presidential election. Osotsi, a principal of the Linda Mwananchi movement, said Kenyans should not allow government empowerment programmes and handouts to influence their choice at the […]

Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi has urged voters to accept food, money and other handouts from President William Rutoโ€™s administration but vote for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna in the 2027 presidential election. Osotsi, a principal of the Linda Mwananchi movement, said Kenyans should not allow government empowerment programmes and handouts to influence their choice at the […]

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Sifuna challenges Ruto over โ€˜Mr Emptyโ€™ jibe, says Nairobi has no Kasongo votes

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Sharon Atieno👁 35 views

William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has hit back at President William Ruto over his repeated references to him as โ€œMr Emptyโ€, questioning why the President has turned his attention to attacking him after previously criticising the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Sifuna said Rutoโ€™s remarks were part of a pattern in which critics of Raila […]

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has hit back at President William Ruto over his repeated references to him as โ€œMr Emptyโ€, questioning why the President has turned his attention to attacking him after previously criticising the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Sifuna said Rutoโ€™s remarks were part of a pattern in which critics of Raila […]

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Sifuna puts Mt Kenya on the spot over 2027 presidential ticket

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Sharon Atieno👁 32 views

Edwin Sifuna

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has challenged leaders and residents in Mt Kenya to help settle the question of who should carry the opposition presidential ticket in the 2027 general election. Sifuna made the remarks on Saturday, October 3, 2026, while speaking during the burial of Jackson Karua, father of Peopleโ€™s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha […]

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has challenged leaders and residents in Mt Kenya to help settle the question of who should carry the opposition presidential ticket in the 2027 general election. Sifuna made the remarks on Saturday, October 3, 2026, while speaking during the burial of Jackson Karua, father of Peopleโ€™s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha […]

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Kenya Kwanza leaders accuse Uhuru of backing opposition over Dangote deal

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 32 views

William RutoEdwin SifunaUDATEP

Kenya Kwanza leaders have stepped up their criticism of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of backing a section of the opposition that is demanding greater transparency over the Dangote oil refinery deal. The remarks come days after President William Ruto criticised Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for calling for the details of the project to be made public, accusing himโ€ฆ

Kenya Kwanza leaders have stepped up their criticism of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of backing a section of the opposition that is demanding greater transparency over the Dangote oil refinery deal.

The remarks come days after President William Ruto criticised Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for calling for the details of the project to be made public, accusing him of extortion.

Meanwhile, Deputy President Professor Kithure Kindiki has issued a fresh warning to illicit alcohol sellers in the Mt. Kenya region, saying the government will no longer tolerate the trade.

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Sifuna cleared to reserve Linda Mwananchi Movement name

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: NTV KenyaBy Nick Mwirigi👁 36 views

Edwin Sifuna

OFFICE OF the Registrar of Political Parties approves Senator Edwin Sifuna’s application to reserve Linda Mwananchi Movement name. The Registrar of Political Parties has approved the name for a 90-day reservation period. This follows the Political Parties Disputes Tribunalโ€™s decision on ย September 30, to set aside the Registrarโ€™s earlier refusal and order a reconsideration of the application.

OFFICE OF the Registrar of Political Parties approves Senator Edwin Sifuna’s application to reserve Linda Mwananchi Movement name.

The Registrar of Political Parties has approved the name for a 90-day reservation period.

This follows the Political Parties Disputes Tribunalโ€™s decision on ย September 30, to set aside the Registrarโ€™s earlier refusal and order a reconsideration of the application.

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Sifuna: Our fight is to free Kenya

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: NTV KenyaBy Nick Mwirigi👁 20 views

Edwin Sifuna

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna on Thursday revisited the joy that Kenyans had during independence in 1963 to offer an explanation of why he hopes to lead the country. Mr Sifuna chose to amplify a tribute made in regard to Mwalimu Jackson Karua, the father of Peopleโ€™s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, who died on September 27, relating to theโ€ฆ

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna on Thursday revisited the joy that Kenyans had during independence in 1963 to offer an explanation of why he hopes to lead the country.

Mr Sifuna chose to amplify a tribute made in regard to Mwalimu Jackson Karua, the father of Peopleโ€™s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, who died on September 27, relating to the period Kenya broke free from the yoke of colonialism.

Mwalimu Karua was in his thirties then, and tributes said he danced for joy on getting the news that Kenya was independent.

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Sifuna hits back at Ruto over Dangote agreement

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 34 views

William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has hit back at President William Ruto after the President criticised his demand for the agreement between the government and businessman Aliko Dangote over the planned refinery in Lamu. Sifuna invoked Article 35 of the Constitution, which guarantees every citizen access to information held by the State and requires the government to publish and publicise importantโ€ฆ

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has hit back at President William Ruto after the President criticised his demand for the agreement between the government and businessman Aliko Dangote over the planned refinery in Lamu.

Sifuna invoked Article 35 of the Constitution, which guarantees every citizen access to information held by the State and requires the government to publish and publicise important information affecting the nation.

โ€œArticle 35 (1): Every citizen has the right of access to information held by the State,โ€ Sifuna said.

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