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Kindiki to rally Mt Kenya leaders against political goonism

Published on October 6, 2026

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced plans to convene political leaders from across the Mt. Kenya region in a bid to end political violence and rising tensions in the area. Speaking at Banana Town in Kiambaa Constituency, Kiambu County, Kindiki said the meeting will bring together politicians from different political parties to agree on peaceful ways of seeking votes andโ€ฆ

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced plans to convene political leaders from across the Mt. Kenya region in a bid to end political violence and rising tensions in the area.

Speaking at Banana Town in Kiambaa Constituency, Kiambu County, Kindiki said the meeting will bring together politicians from different political parties to agree on peaceful ways of seeking votes and selling their policies.

Kindiki said the initiative follows a mandate given to him by elders from Kiama Kia Ma, the Kikuyu Council of Elders, Njuri Ncheke, as well as elders from the Embu and Mbeere communities, to help promote unity and prevent political violence in the region.

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Shabiki unveils Ksh.1M weekly prize in new aviator challenge

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 37 views

Shabiki.com has launched its Sky Captain Challenge, a new Aviator competition offering players a KSh1 million weekly prize alongside a KSh50,000 daily prize pool. The campaign, dubbed โ€œShabiki Airlinesโ€, will see participating Aviator players compete for positions on a leaderboard based on the total value of their qualifying cash-out multipliers. Under the challenge, every qualifying cash-out multiplier contributes to aโ€ฆ

Shabiki.com has launched its Sky Captain Challenge, a new Aviator competition offering players a KSh1 million weekly prize alongside a KSh50,000 daily prize pool.

The campaign, dubbed โ€œShabiki Airlinesโ€, will see participating Aviator players compete for positions on a leaderboard based on the total value of their qualifying cash-out multipliers.

Under the challenge, every qualifying cash-out multiplier contributes to a playerโ€™s overall score, allowing participants to accumulate points and move up the leaderboard during the competition period.

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Ruto congratulates Ethiopiaโ€™s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on re-election

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Prudence Wanza👁 24 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has congratulated Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed following his re-election for a second five-year term. In a message, Ruto described Abiyโ€™s new mandate as a vote of confidence in his leadership and vision for Ethiopia. โ€œCongratulations my brother, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, on your re-election to lead Ethiopia for a second term,โ€ Ruto said.

President William Ruto has congratulated Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed following his re-election for a second five-year term.

In a message, Ruto described Abiyโ€™s new mandate as a vote of confidence in his leadership and vision for Ethiopia.

โ€œCongratulations my brother, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, on your re-election to lead Ethiopia for a second term,โ€ Ruto said.

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Former Governor James Nyoro declares bid for Kiambu governor seat

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Paul Njau👁 53 views

Former Kiambu Governor James Nyoro has declared his intention to contest the Kiambu gubernatorial seat in the 2027 General Election, setting the stage for another battle for control of one of Kenyaโ€™s most populous counties. Nyoro, who previously served as Kiambuโ€™s third governor, made the declaration while speaking on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the […]

Former Kiambu Governor James Nyoro has declared his intention to contest the Kiambu gubernatorial seat in the 2027 General Election, setting the stage for another battle for control of one of Kenyaโ€™s most populous counties. Nyoro, who previously served as Kiambuโ€™s third governor, made the declaration while speaking on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the […]

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Matiangโ€™i: Azimio agents told us Raila won the 2022 election with 53.6%

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 31 views

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Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiangโ€™i has said the Azimio La Umoja side received information from its election agents indicating that the late Raila Odinga had secured 53.6% of the presidential vote in the 2022 General Election. Speaking during an interview with Msenangu FM on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Matiangโ€™i revisited events surrounding the closely contested […]

Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiangโ€™i has said the Azimio La Umoja side received information from its election agents indicating that the late Raila Odinga had secured 53.6% of the presidential vote in the 2022 General Election. Speaking during an interview with Msenangu FM on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Matiangโ€™i revisited events surrounding the closely contested […]

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EACC begins vetting political aspirants ahead of 2027 races

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Abdiaziz Hashim👁 29 views

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has commenced the process of identifying political aspirants with integrity and corruption-related issues ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking on the sidelines of a High-Level Senior Leaders Meeting in Nairobi, EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohammud said the commissionโ€™s โ€œList of Shameโ€ is gradually taking shape and will be submitted to the Independentโ€ฆ

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has commenced the process of identifying political aspirants with integrity and corruption-related issues ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Speaking on the sidelines of a High-Level Senior Leaders Meeting in Nairobi, EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohammud said the commissionโ€™s โ€œList of Shameโ€ is gradually taking shape and will be submitted to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) ahead of the races.

However, the anti-graft agency says legal hurdles could prevent some of the individuals flagged from being barred from contesting for political office.

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Ruto Congratulates Abiy Ahmed On Re-Election, Vows Closer Kenya-Ethiopia Ties

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 24 views

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has congratulated Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed following his re-election to serve a second term.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has congratulated Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed following his re-election to serve a second term.

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Govt Identifies 109 Criminal Gangs, Warns Against Political Violence Ahead of 2027 Races

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 31 views

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government has intensified its crackdown on criminal gangs and organised violence, identifying 109 organised criminal gangs and groups operating across the country as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government has intensified its crackdown on criminal gangs and organised violence, identifying 109 organised criminal gangs and groups operating across the country as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election.

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Ruto congratulates Abiy Ahmed on second term, vows stronger Kenya-Ethiopia ties

Published on October 6, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mustafa Juma👁 21 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has congratulated Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on his re-election for a second term, pledging to strengthen the longstanding relationship between Kenya and Ethiopia. Ruto described Abiyโ€™s new mandate as a vote of confidence in the Ethiopian Prime Ministerโ€™s leadership and vision for the country. In a congratulatory message issued via his […]

President William Ruto has congratulated Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on his re-election for a second term, pledging to strengthen the longstanding relationship between Kenya and Ethiopia. Ruto described Abiyโ€™s new mandate as a vote of confidence in the Ethiopian Prime Ministerโ€™s leadership and vision for the country. In a congratulatory message issued via his […]

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