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Wiper Dismisses Claims Kalonzo Could Back Ruto in 2027

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: Politics โ€“ Capital FM KenyaBy CORRESPONDENT👁 34 views

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NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 3 โ€“ Wiper Patriotic Front Chairman Jamleck Kamau has dismissed claims that party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is considering abandoning his bid for the presidency in the 2027 General Election. Kamau said reports that Musyoka had been asked to support President William Rutoโ€™s re-election as his running mate were unfounded. The remarks follow a private meeting between Musyokaโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 3 โ€“ Wiper Patriotic Front Chairman Jamleck Kamau has dismissed claims that party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is considering abandoning his bid for the presidency in the 2027 General Election.

Kamau said reports that Musyoka had been asked to support President William Rutoโ€™s re-election as his running mate were unfounded.

The remarks follow a private meeting between Musyoka and former UDA Chairman Johnson Muthama on Thursday night, which triggered speculation over the Wiper leaderโ€™s political plans.

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Wicknell Chivayo: List of high-profile guests Ruto has hosted at his private farm in Kilgoris

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: K24 DigitalBy William Muthama👁 45 views

William RutoUDA

President William Rutoโ€™s private Intonna Heritage Farm in Kilgoris, Narok County, has become a notable setting for family

President William Rutoโ€™s private Intonna Heritage Farm in Kilgoris, Narok County, has become a notable setting for family

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Raila mausoleum '98% complete', to be handed over next Wednesday

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 57 views

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The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi in Bondo is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto. The mausoleum complex, which is the resting place of Kenyaโ€™s first Vice President, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and his son, Railaโ€ฆ

The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi in Bondo is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto.

The mausoleum complex, which is the resting place of Kenyaโ€™s first Vice President, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and his son, Raila Odinga, has been listed for protection by the National Museums of Kenya as part of the countryโ€™s national heritage.

The Ministry of Defence took charge of the construction in July, with military engineers and museum technical teams completing most of the works in about three months.

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Ugandaโ€™s military chief Muhoozi backs Ruto for re-election

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 39 views

William RutoUDA

Ugandaโ€™s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly backed President William Rutoโ€™s bid for a second term, while praising National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangโ€™ula for supporting the Kenyan Presidentโ€™s re-election. Kainerugaba made the remarks in a post on X on Friday, October 2, 2026, in which he described Wetangโ€™ula as his โ€œMutumeโ€ […]

Ugandaโ€™s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly backed President William Rutoโ€™s bid for a second term, while praising National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangโ€™ula for supporting the Kenyan Presidentโ€™s re-election. Kainerugaba made the remarks in a post on X on Friday, October 2, 2026, in which he described Wetangโ€™ula as his โ€œMutumeโ€ […]

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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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President Ruto warns wealthy Coast landowners against harassing squatters

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 44 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has warned wealthy landowners in the Coast region against frustrating squatters, saying his administration will not allow Kenyans to be harassed over land they have occupied for years. Speaking in Mombasa on the seventh day of his Coast tour, President Ruto said he was ready to confront land grabbers, directing residents not to leave the land theyโ€ฆ

President William Ruto has warned wealthy landowners in the Coast region against frustrating squatters, saying his administration will not allow Kenyans to be harassed over land they have occupied for years.

Speaking in Mombasa on the seventh day of his Coast tour, President Ruto said he was ready to confront land grabbers, directing residents not to leave the land they currently occupy.

The Head of State spoke at the Mama Ngina Waterfront in Mombasa during a ceremony where he issued at least 5,000 title deeds to residents.

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Museveniโ€™s son Muhoozi backs Rutoโ€™s bid for second term

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Kenneth Mwenda👁 36 views

William RutoUDA

Ugandaโ€™s military chief Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly backed President William Rutoโ€™s bid for a second term, saying National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangโ€™ula will support the Kenyan presidentโ€™s re-election. Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, made the remarks in a post on X on Friday, October 2, 2026, in which he described Wetangโ€™ula […]

Ugandaโ€™s military chief Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly backed President William Rutoโ€™s bid for a second term, saying National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangโ€™ula will support the Kenyan presidentโ€™s re-election. Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, made the remarks in a post on X on Friday, October 2, 2026, in which he described Wetangโ€™ula […]

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Remembering Baba: Raila mausoleum to be handed over next Wednesday

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy KBC Digital👁 26 views

William RutoUDA

The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi in Bondo is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto. The mausoleum complex, which is the resting place of Kenyaโ€™s first Vice President, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and his son, Railaโ€ฆ

The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi in Bondo is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto.

The mausoleum complex, which is the resting place of Kenyaโ€™s first Vice President, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and his son, Raila Odinga, has been listed for protection by the National Museums of Kenya as part of the countryโ€™s national heritage.

The Ministry of Defence took charge of the construction in July, with military engineers and museum technical teams completing most of the works in about three months.

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Standard Group condemns protest at Mombasa Road offices, cites threats to media freedom

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 42 views

William RutoUDA

The Standard Group has condemned a protest outside its Nairobi premises along Mombasa Road on Friday, accusing a group of youths of harassing its staff and threatening media freedom. In a statement issued on Friday, October 2, 2026, the media company said the group, which it claimed purported to speak on behalf of President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanzaโ€ฆ

The Standard Group has condemned a protest outside its Nairobi premises along Mombasa Road on Friday, accusing a group of youths of harassing its staff and threatening media freedom.

In a statement issued on Friday, October 2, 2026, the media company said the group, which it claimed purported to speak on behalf of President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration, picketed outside its offices and hurled profanities at the company.

The Standard Group described the incident as an affront to media freedom, democracy and legitimate business, citing Articles 33 and 34 of the Constitution, which guarantee freedom of expression and the media.

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