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Wavinya Ndeti outlines Kalonzo Musyokaโ€™s agenda on devolution, equal resource distribution

Published on October 1, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Felix Kyalo👁 37 views

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Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has outlined Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyokaโ€™s agenda for Kenya, placing stronger devolution, equitable distribution of national resources and grassroots public participation at the centre of his proposed approach to governance. Ndeti made the remarks on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, while addressing residents during a development tour in Machakos County, […]

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has outlined Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyokaโ€™s agenda for Kenya, placing stronger devolution, equitable distribution of national resources and grassroots public participation at the centre of his proposed approach to governance. Ndeti made the remarks on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, while addressing residents during a development tour in Machakos County, […]

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Ruto mourns Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, wife who died in helicopter crash

Published on October 1, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Margaret Kalekye👁 38 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has mourned his friend Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and wife, Lucy Muteke who died in a helicopter crash together with four other victims Wednesday evening. In a condolence message, Ruto described Chivayo as a dear friend whose warmth, energy and belief in Africaโ€™s potential touched many people. He termed their sudden deaths as a painful loss toโ€ฆ

President William Ruto has mourned his friend Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and wife, Lucy Muteke who died in a helicopter crash together with four other victims Wednesday evening.

In a condolence message, Ruto described Chivayo as a dear friend whose warmth, energy and belief in Africaโ€™s potential touched many people.

He termed their sudden deaths as a painful loss to their families, friends and all who knew them.

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President Ruto mourns โ€˜Dear Friendโ€™ Wicknell Chivayo killed in chopper crash

Published on October 1, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 43 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has mourned the tragic death of his dear friend, Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who was killed in a helicopter crash in Zimbabwe. Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, were among six people killed after their helicopter crashed in the Marondera Rural area, police confirmed. Ruto and Chivayo had struck a friendship that often stunned the entire nation,โ€ฆ

President William Ruto has mourned the tragic death of his dear friend, Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who was killed in a helicopter crash in Zimbabwe.

Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, were among six people killed after their helicopter crashed in the Marondera Rural area, police confirmed.

Ruto and Chivayo had struck a friendship that often stunned the entire nation, with Chivayo being a common sight at State House and national events.

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President William Ruto mourns Wicknell Chivayoโ€™s death

Published on September 30, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 36 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has mourned Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, describing him as a dear friend following his death in a helicopter crash in Zimbabwe. Ruto issued the condolence message at exactly 1:13am on Thursday, October 1, 2026, hours after Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, were confirmed among those killed when a helicopter crashed in […]

President William Ruto has mourned Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, describing him as a dear friend following his death in a helicopter crash in Zimbabwe. Ruto issued the condolence message at exactly 1:13am on Thursday, October 1, 2026, hours after Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, were confirmed among those killed when a helicopter crashed in […]

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African leaders who hosted Wicknell Chivayo in 2026

Published on September 30, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 28 views

William RutoUDA

Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo spent part of 2026 meeting some of Africaโ€™s most powerful political figures, with his travels taking him to presidential residences, State Houses and royal palaces across the continent. Between January and September 2026, Chivayo publicly documented meetings with leaders including Kenyaโ€™s President William Ruto, Tanzaniaโ€™s President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Malawiโ€™s President […]

Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo spent part of 2026 meeting some of Africaโ€™s most powerful political figures, with his travels taking him to presidential residences, State Houses and royal palaces across the continent. Between January and September 2026, Chivayo publicly documented meetings with leaders including Kenyaโ€™s President William Ruto, Tanzaniaโ€™s President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Malawiโ€™s President […]

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Sifuna gets party nod but will he beat key deadlines?

Published on September 30, 2026

Source: The Standard PoliticsBy Standard Digital👁 36 views

Edwin Sifuna

Edwin Sifunas Linda Mwananchi Movement has won a legal battle over its proposed name but now faces a tight deadline to secure registration and meet electoral requirements ahead of the 2027 races.

Edwin Sifunas Linda Mwananchi Movement has won a legal battle over its proposed name but now faces a tight deadline to secure registration and meet electoral requirements ahead of the 2027 races.

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Wicknell Chivayo final moments with Ruto: From State House dinner to Kilgoris drive

Published on September 30, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Martin Oduor👁 40 views

William RutoUDA

Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayoโ€™s final weeks were marked by high-profile encounters with President William Ruto, including a private dinner at State House Nairobi and a widely shared moment when the Kenyan leader personally drove him to a helipad at his Kilgoris residence. Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, died on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, after […]

Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayoโ€™s final weeks were marked by high-profile encounters with President William Ruto, including a private dinner at State House Nairobi and a widely shared moment when the Kenyan leader personally drove him to a helipad at his Kilgoris residence. Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, died on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, after […]

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Wicknell Chivayo and Kenya: How the Zimbabwean businessman built ties with President Ruto

Published on September 30, 2026

Source: K24 DigitalBy Ascah Mwango👁 35 views

William RutoUDA

Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has become a familiar figure around President William Ruto, appearing with the Kenyan leader

Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has become a familiar figure around President William Ruto, appearing with the Kenyan leader

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Five EU states plan first deportation center in Africa for 2027

Published on September 30, 2026

Source: DW - English for AfricaBy News Desk👁 38 views

Greece, Germany, Austria, Denmark and the Netherlands are moving forward with plans to establish deportation centers for rejected asylum seekers outside the EU.

Greece, Germany, Austria, Denmark and the Netherlands are moving forward with plans to establish deportation centers for rejected asylum seekers outside the EU.

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