Image: The Standard PoliticsGithunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba quits UDA
Published on October 8, 2026
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba accuses UDA of selective justice and double standards, says she wont seek re-election on the partys ticket.
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Image: The Standard PoliticsRuto Confirms Kenya Will Host WRC Safari Rally in 2027
Published on October 8, 2026
Kenya will host a round of the World Rally Championship (WRC) in 2027 after securing a place on the championship calendar, President William Ruto has announced. In a statement shared on social media,… Read More...
El Niño to Peak in December in Potentially Strongest Event Since 1950, WMO Warns
Published on October 8, 2026
NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 8 – El Niño is expected to reach its peak in December, with sea-surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific forecast to hit record levels in what could become one of the strongest such events since at least 1950. The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) said the phenomenon is continuing to intensify and is expected to…
Image: KBC DigitalIEBC steps up election security preparedness ahead of 2027 races
Published on October 8, 2026
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has stepped up preparations to safeguard the 2027 General Election, calling for closer cooperation among security, justice and other stakeholders to prevent violence and protect the rights of voters and candidates. IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to independence, openness and the faithful discharge of its mandate during an Election Security…
TEP NEC approves rebranding as Linda Mwananchi Movement ahead of 2027 elections
Published on October 8, 2026
NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 8 – The ball has been set rolling for the adoption of the Linda Mwananchi Movement as the new identity of The Equitable Party (TEP), after the party’s National Executive Council approved the proposed rebranding. The development brings Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s political outfit closer to securing a formal political vehicle under the Linda Mwananchi banner ahead…
Tom Ojienda: Raila’s political base will hand Ruto second term in 2027
Published on October 8, 2026
Kisumu Senator Tom Ojienda has claimed that the political base built by the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will play a key role in securing President William Ruto a second term in the 2027 General Election. Ojienda said Raila’s political network and supporters had become an important pillar of the broad-based political arrangement between […]
Kanyari declares himself best solution for Kasarani residents
Published on October 8, 2026
Pastor Victor Kanyari has declared himself the best solution for residents of Kasarani as he continues to campaign
Image: Citizen DigitalSouthampton boss Eckert given suspended ban over 'Spygate'
Published on October 8, 2026
Southampton boss Tonda Eckert on Wednesday escaped major punishment for his role in the so-called "Spygate" scandal after the Football Association announced a suspended ban. Eckert has also been fined £28,000 ($37,000) and given a reprimand but avoided a lengthy ban and is free to continue in his role at the Championship club. Saints were kicked out of last season's…
Image: Tuko.co.keKenyan newspapers review: Details emerge on why Sifuna, Gachagua rejected push to join Azimio
Published on October 8, 2026
Read how Raila Odinga’s Bondo mausoleum was unveiled, and why Edwin Sifuna and Rigathi Gachagua reject joining Kalonzo Musyoka’s Azimio alliance for 2027 race.