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Ruto urges Kenyans to elect leaders with clear development agendas

Published on November 8, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy PCS

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President William Ruto began a four-day tour of Nyamira and Kisii counties on Sunday, and called on Kenyans not to gamble with their votes with leaders who have no track record, a vision and an agenda for the country.ย  The President took issue with his competitors, saying they lack concrete plans to address the challenges facing the country. He pointedโ€ฆ

President William Ruto began a four-day tour of Nyamira and Kisii counties on Sunday, and called on Kenyans not to gamble with their votes with leaders who have no track record, a vision and an agenda for the country.ย 

The President took issue with his competitors, saying they lack concrete plans to address the challenges facing the country.

He pointed out that his critics were more interested in making political noise than offering solutions to the problems facing citizens.

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'We will deliver victory with military precision' – Matiang'i says opposition still united

Published on November 8, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk

William RutoFred Matiang'iJubilee

Speaking during a church service in Naromoru, Matiang'i said despite recent verbal exchanges amongst opposition leaders, they are still united and are on a mission to unseat President William Ruto. Jubilee Party Leader Fred Matiang'i has dismissed speculation of a fallout within the United opposition, saying they cannot afford to do that as Kenyans expect them to deliver victory inโ€ฆ

Speaking during a church service in Naromoru, Matiang'i said despite recent verbal exchanges amongst opposition leaders, they are still united and are on a mission to unseat President William Ruto.

Jubilee Party Leader Fred Matiang'i has dismissed speculation of a fallout within the United opposition, saying they cannot afford to do that as Kenyans expect them to deliver victory in the 2027 election.

Speaking during a church service in Naromoru, Matiang'i said despite recent verbal exchanges amongst opposition leaders, they are still united and are on a mission to unseat President William Ruto.

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Ruto reveals plan to change university funding model starting January 2027

Published on November 8, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Aloys Michael

William Ruto

President William Ruto has announced plans to introduce changes to Kenya’s university funding model starting January 2027, promising that no student will be denied access to higher education because of their parents’ inability to pay fees. Speaking on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at a rally in Nyamira County, the President said his administration was working […]

President William Ruto has announced plans to introduce changes to Kenya’s university funding model starting January 2027, promising that no student will be denied access to higher education because of their parents’ inability to pay fees. Speaking on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at a rally in Nyamira County, the President said his administration was working […]

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OPINION: How opposition divisions could hand Ruto an overwhelming 2027 victory

Published on November 8, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy Dr HESBON HANSEN OWILLA

William RutoEdwin SifunaKalonzo Musyoka

The past few weeks have seen four political parties file notices with the Registrar of Political Parties seeking to change their names, symbols and colours. On Friday afternoon, Edwin Sifuna unveiled the newly rebranded Linda Mwananchi Partyโ€™s โ€œdream teamโ€, naming Godfrey Osotsi as chairperson, with Kawira Mwangaza and Faith Odhiambo as deputies. He promised a party with a presence inโ€ฆ

The past few weeks have seen four political parties file notices with the Registrar of Political Parties seeking to change their names, symbols and colours. On Friday afternoon, Edwin Sifuna unveiled the newly rebranded Linda Mwananchi Partyโ€™s โ€œdream teamโ€, naming Godfrey Osotsi as chairperson, with Kawira Mwangaza and Faith Odhiambo as deputies. He promised a party with a presence in all 47 counties by November 30.

At almost the same hour, Kalonzo Musyoka was being heckled in Lavington, with some of his Ukambani allies accused of opening the door for President William Ruto.

These events capture the contradiction within Kenyaโ€™s opposition. While leaders talk about removing Ruto from power, their political activities increasingly appear designed to undermine one another. Opposition rallies are being held across the country, but with competing messages and little evidence of a coordinated national strategy. The apparent beneficiary is the President.

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Ruto warns Kenyans against gambling their future, challenges 2027 rivals

Published on November 8, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua

William Ruto

President William Ruto has warned Kenyans against gambling with the countryโ€™s future, challenging opposition leaders to explain how they would address the cost of living, unemployment and development before seeking power in 2027. Speaking on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Nyamaiya Stadium in Nyamira County, Ruto told residents to demand practical proposals from leaders instead […]

President William Ruto has warned Kenyans against gambling with the countryโ€™s future, challenging opposition leaders to explain how they would address the cost of living, unemployment and development before seeking power in 2027. Speaking on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Nyamaiya Stadium in Nyamira County, Ruto told residents to demand practical proposals from leaders instead […]

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Gachagua: Ruto plans to create feud between Matiangโ€™i and me in Kisii

Published on November 8, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Kenneth Mwenda

William RutoRigathi Gachagua

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto’s administration of lacking development projects in the Gusii region, claiming his allies will instead use his disagreements with Fred Matiang’i to distract residents. Gachagua claimed that Ruto’s political team had settled on portraying him as an enemy of the former Interior Cabinet Secretary because the […]

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto’s administration of lacking development projects in the Gusii region, claiming his allies will instead use his disagreements with Fred Matiang’i to distract residents. Gachagua claimed that Ruto’s political team had settled on portraying him as an enemy of the former Interior Cabinet Secretary because the […]

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Ruto in Nyamira: Pastor claims police, military and teaching jobs cost Ksh1M

Published on November 8, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua

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A pastor has claimed that securing jobs in the police, military and teaching sectors can cost applicants Ksh1 million, raising concerns over alleged bribery in public recruitment. He made the remarks while addressing President William Ruto during an interdenominational service at Nyamaiya Stadium on Sunday, November 8, 2026, as the President began a four-day tour […]

A pastor has claimed that securing jobs in the police, military and teaching sectors can cost applicants Ksh1 million, raising concerns over alleged bribery in public recruitment. He made the remarks while addressing President William Ruto during an interdenominational service at Nyamaiya Stadium on Sunday, November 8, 2026, as the President began a four-day tour […]

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Ruto announces Rironiโ€“Mau Summit Road extension to Kisii, Malaba by 2027

Published on November 8, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Aloys Michael

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President William Ruto has announced an ambitious road expansion plan linking Nairobi, the Rift Valley, Western Kenya and the Lake Victoria region, saying the Rironiโ€“Mau Summit Road will be completed by 2027 before being extended towards Kisii and Malaba in Busia County. Speaking on Sunday, November 8, 2026, during an interdenominational church service at Nyamaiya […]

President William Ruto has announced an ambitious road expansion plan linking Nairobi, the Rift Valley, Western Kenya and the Lake Victoria region, saying the Rironiโ€“Mau Summit Road will be completed by 2027 before being extended towards Kisii and Malaba in Busia County. Speaking on Sunday, November 8, 2026, during an interdenominational church service at Nyamaiya […]

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Ruto laughs at opposition โ€“ โ€˜You are fighting among yourselves because you have no planโ€™

Published on November 8, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Kenneth Mwenda👁 1 views

William Ruto

President William Ruto has taken a fresh swipe at opposition leaders, accusing them of fighting among themselves even before the 2027 general election campaigns gather momentum. Speaking in Nyamira County on Sunday, November 8, 2026, Ruto claimed that his political rivals had already fallen apart because they lacked a common plan, agenda and vision for […]

President William Ruto has taken a fresh swipe at opposition leaders, accusing them of fighting among themselves even before the 2027 general election campaigns gather momentum. Speaking in Nyamira County on Sunday, November 8, 2026, Ruto claimed that his political rivals had already fallen apart because they lacked a common plan, agenda and vision for […]

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