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Mazingira week puts the power to protect nature in every Kenyanโ€™s handsย 

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Muraya Kamunde👁 32 views

Kenyaโ€™s 2026 Mazingira Week is putting individual responsibility at the centre of the countryโ€™s environmental conservation campaign, with citizens being urged to move beyond conversations about the environment and take practical action. The week began on October 5 and will culminate in National Mazingira Day on October 10. This yearโ€™s theme is โ€œOur Environment, Our Responsibility: Collective Action for Treeโ€ฆ

Kenyaโ€™s 2026 Mazingira Week is putting individual responsibility at the centre of the countryโ€™s environmental conservation campaign, with citizens being urged to move beyond conversations about the environment and take practical action.

The week began on October 5 and will culminate in National Mazingira Day on October 10. This yearโ€™s theme is โ€œOur Environment, Our Responsibility: Collective Action for Tree Growing and Environmental Stewardship.โ€

Government Spokesperson Charles Owino said environmental conservation should not be viewed solely as a government responsibility.

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Western, Rift Valley, Nairobi Top List of 109 Criminal Gangs Mapped Ahead of 2027 Races

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 26 views

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government has identified 109 organised criminal gangs and groups operating across Kenya, warning that their growing involvement in violence and the use of organised youth groups for political intimidation could pose a serious security threat ahead of the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government has identified 109 organised criminal gangs and groups operating across Kenya, warning that their growing involvement in violence and the use of organised youth groups for political intimidation could pose a serious security threat ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Kindiki announces meeting with Mt Kenya leaders to address political violence

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mabonga Makhanu👁 34 views

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced plans to convene a meeting with Mt Kenya leaders and elders to address rising political tensions and what he termed political goonism ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking in Kiambu County on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Kindiki called for cooperation between elders from different regions to promote national […]

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced plans to convene a meeting with Mt Kenya leaders and elders to address rising political tensions and what he termed political goonism ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking in Kiambu County on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Kindiki called for cooperation between elders from different regions to promote national […]

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Ruto presides over signing of Ksh.389 billion electric vehicle investment deal

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 34 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the signing of a $3 billion (about Ksh.389.43 billion) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on electric vehicle manufacturing between the Government and Endelevu Enterprise Corporation at State House, Nairobi. The integrated green mobility project will include the manufacturing and assembly of electric vehicles in Kenya, with the aim of boosting local production and creatingโ€ฆ

President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the signing of a $3 billion (about Ksh.389.43 billion) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on electric vehicle manufacturing between the Government and Endelevu Enterprise Corporation at State House, Nairobi.

The integrated green mobility project will include the manufacturing and assembly of electric vehicles in Kenya, with the aim of boosting local production and creating jobs.

Speaking after the signing ceremony, President Ruto said the investment would help Kenya stop exporting jobs by shifting from importing finished vehicles to adding value locally.

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Kenya signs Ksh389B electric vehicle manufacturing deal

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy PCS👁 37 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the signing of a $3 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on electric vehicle manufacturing between the Government and Endelevu Enterprise Corporation at State House, Nairobi. The integrated green mobility project will include manufacturing and assembling electric vehicles in Kenya. The project aims to boost local assembly and manufacturing of electric vehicles.

President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the signing of a $3 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on electric vehicle manufacturing between the Government and Endelevu Enterprise Corporation at State House, Nairobi.

The integrated green mobility project will include manufacturing and assembling electric vehicles in Kenya.

The project aims to boost local assembly and manufacturing of electric vehicles.

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2 politicians ditch UDA and join ODM Party

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Emmanuel Rono👁 43 views

UDAODM

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has welcomed two former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) members who have joined the party ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a statement on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga received Gideon Mayian Saruni and Francis Ole Meja into the party during a ceremony at Chungwa House. […]

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has welcomed two former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) members who have joined the party ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a statement on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga received Gideon Mayian Saruni and Francis Ole Meja into the party during a ceremony at Chungwa House. […]

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1,827 Suspects Arrested Over Goonism, Organised Crime in Eight Months

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 25 views

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Security agencies have arrested and arraigned 1,827 suspects over goonism and organised criminal activity in an eight-month crackdown as the government intensifies efforts to dismantle criminal networks ahead of the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Security agencies have arrested and arraigned 1,827 suspects over goonism and organised criminal activity in an eight-month crackdown as the government intensifies efforts to dismantle criminal networks ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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