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IEBC outlines role in two-thirds gender rule ahead of 2027

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Faith Lagat👁 31 views

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has outlined its role in implementing the constitutional not-more-than-two-thirds gender principle ahead of the 2027 General Election. Commissioner Ann Nderitu represented the Commission on Friday, October 2, 2026, at a high-level policy dialogue convened by the National Gender and Equality Commission to discuss ways of implementing the constitutional […]

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has outlined its role in implementing the constitutional not-more-than-two-thirds gender principle ahead of the 2027 General Election. Commissioner Ann Nderitu represented the Commission on Friday, October 2, 2026, at a high-level policy dialogue convened by the National Gender and Equality Commission to discuss ways of implementing the constitutional […]

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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👁 33 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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DCP demands Ruto reveal Kenyaโ€™s stake in Ksh2T Dangote refinery

Published on October 2, 2026

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The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leaders have continued their push to have the government make public the fine details of the Kenyan shareholding in the newly launched Ksh2 trillion oil refinery by Dangote firm in Lamu. The leaders said they were not against the development of the refinery but questioned the cloud of darkness […]

The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leaders have continued their push to have the government make public the fine details of the Kenyan shareholding in the newly launched Ksh2 trillion oil refinery by Dangote firm in Lamu. The leaders said they were not against the development of the refinery but questioned the cloud of darkness […]

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MP Pukose under fire over threats against those blocking Ugandan-based Kenyans from voting

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 39 views

Endebess Member of Parliament Dr. Robert Pukose has come under scrutiny over remarks in which he threatened violence against anyone who attempts to stop Kenyan voters living in neighbouring Uganda from crossing the border to vote in the 2027 election. Speaking in Trans Nzoia County, Pukose warned that anyone who tries to block the voters would be killed and theirโ€ฆ

Endebess Member of Parliament Dr. Robert Pukose has come under scrutiny over remarks in which he threatened violence against anyone who attempts to stop Kenyan voters living in neighbouring Uganda from crossing the border to vote in the 2027 election.

Speaking in Trans Nzoia County, Pukose warned that anyone who tries to block the voters would be killed and their bodies dumped in River Suam.

The remarks have raised concerns over possible incitement, particularly among communities living along the Kenya-Uganda border.

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Remembering Baba: Raila mausoleum to be handed over next Wednesday

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy KBC Digital👁 21 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👁 34 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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