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Brazil election goes to run-off as Bolsonaro leads incumbent Lula

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: NTV KenyaBy Nick Mwirigi👁 31 views

Right-wing Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro will face leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in a runoff of the presidential election later this month, after he exceeded expectations in Sunday’s first-round vote with a slight lead over the incumbent. The election, which centered around the cost of living, corruption and insecurity in Brazilians’ daily lives, follows a string of winsโ€ฆ

Right-wing Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro will face leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in a runoff of the presidential election later this month, after he exceeded expectations in Sunday’s first-round vote with a slight lead over the incumbent.

The election, which centered around the cost of living, corruption and insecurity in Brazilians’ daily lives, follows a string of wins across Latin America by right-wing parties aligned with US President Donald Trump.

Bolsonaro’s stronger-than-expected performance, at 47% of votes versus Lula’s 45%, is expected to buoy his campaign and may bolster Brazil’s currency and stock market, which have risen on the prospects of the business-friendly challenger. Private surveys in the run-up to the election had forecast Lula leading the first-round vote by around 3 percentage points.

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IEBC steps up preparations for Migwani Ward MCA Race

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Sharon Atieno👁 23 views

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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has stepped up preparations for the Migwani Ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) by-election scheduled for November 17, 2026. The commission on Monday, October 5, convened election officials for a planning meeting focused on strengthening preparedness and aligning operational plans ahead of the race. The meeting will also […]

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has stepped up preparations for the Migwani Ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) by-election scheduled for November 17, 2026. The commission on Monday, October 5, convened election officials for a planning meeting focused on strengthening preparedness and aligning operational plans ahead of the race. The meeting will also […]

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IEBC renews push for gender rule

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: The Standard PoliticsBy Standard Digital👁 24 views

Ann Nderitu said the commission intends to ensure that political parties' lists meet the minimum gender requirement, as part of increasing the number of women on the ballot papers.

Ann Nderitu said the commission intends to ensure that political parties' lists meet the minimum gender requirement, as part of increasing the number of women on the ballot papers.

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Ruto warns teachers, candidates against cheating in national exams

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Sharon Atieno👁 25 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has warned teachers and candidates against examination cheating as Kenya prepares to enter the national examination season. Speaking on Monday, October 5, 2026, during the World Teachersโ€™ Day celebrations at Kasarani in Nairobi, Ruto urged teachers preparing candidates to guide them through the final stages while protecting the integrity of the examinations. […]

President William Ruto has warned teachers and candidates against examination cheating as Kenya prepares to enter the national examination season. Speaking on Monday, October 5, 2026, during the World Teachersโ€™ Day celebrations at Kasarani in Nairobi, Ruto urged teachers preparing candidates to guide them through the final stages while protecting the integrity of the examinations. […]

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Ruto makes special appeal to teachers ahead of upcoming national exams

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Felix Kyalo👁 36 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has urged teachers to adequately prepare candidates for the upcoming national examinations while protecting the integrity of the testing process. Ruto made the call on Monday, October 5, 2026, during the national World Teachersโ€™ Day celebrations at Kasarani, Nairobi, where he brought together teachers, government officials, Members of Parliament, education stakeholders and […]

President William Ruto has urged teachers to adequately prepare candidates for the upcoming national examinations while protecting the integrity of the testing process. Ruto made the call on Monday, October 5, 2026, during the national World Teachersโ€™ Day celebrations at Kasarani, Nairobi, where he brought together teachers, government officials, Members of Parliament, education stakeholders and […]

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Kenya targets bigger Safari Rally as government seeks five-year WRC extension

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 24 views

The government is planning a bigger and more commercially driven Safari Rally in 2027 as Kenya seeks to extend its hosting agreement with the World Rally Championship (WRC) for another five years. Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi says Kenya has already submitted its bid to retain the WRC Safari Rally, with the government now looking to deepen private-sector involvement inโ€ฆ

The government is planning a bigger and more commercially driven Safari Rally in 2027 as Kenya seeks to extend its hosting agreement with the World Rally Championship (WRC) for another five years.

Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi says Kenya has already submitted its bid to retain the WRC Safari Rally, with the government now looking to deepen private-sector involvement in financing and supporting the event.

Mwangi said increased private-sector participation had already played a key role in the successful staging of the 2026 Safari Rally, helping supplement government funding.

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Gachagua vows to back one presidential candidate, even at cost of his ambition

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Sharon Atieno👁 40 views

Rigathi GachaguaDCP

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has vowed to sacrifice his presidential ambitions if necessary to help opposition parties settle on a single candidate ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking on Sunday, October 4, 2026 during a church service at PCEA tumaini church springfield Massachusetts USA, Gachagua said he was willing to put aside his […]

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has vowed to sacrifice his presidential ambitions if necessary to help opposition parties settle on a single candidate ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking on Sunday, October 4, 2026 during a church service at PCEA tumaini church springfield Massachusetts USA, Gachagua said he was willing to put aside his […]

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Wave 360 Africa wins recognition at Nairobi Trade Fair

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy KBC Digital👁 27 views

Young Kenyan digital and marketing firm Wave 360 Africa has received recognition from the government for its work in helping brands connect with audiences through creative storytelling, digital campaigns and experiential marketing. The firm was recognised during the ongoing Nairobi International Trade Fair at Jamhuri Showground, where Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development Mutahi Kagwe applauded the company forโ€ฆ

Young Kenyan digital and marketing firm Wave 360 Africa has received recognition from the government for its work in helping brands connect with audiences through creative storytelling, digital campaigns and experiential marketing.

The firm was recognised during the ongoing Nairobi International Trade Fair at Jamhuri Showground, where Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development Mutahi Kagwe applauded the company for its contribution to Kenyaโ€™s growing creative and digital economy.

Kagwe, who officially opened the Nairobi International Trade Fair on September 30, said the work being done by local creative companies such as Wave 360 demonstrated the growing role of innovation and technology in connecting businesses and institutions with the public.

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Ruto gives Parliament January deadline to pass new university, TVET funding law

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 23 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has given Parliament until January 2027 to complete legislation paving the way for a new higher education funding framework that will determine how students in universities, TVET institutions and KMTC are supported. Speaking during an event to commemorate World Teachers’ Day in Kasarani, Nairobi County, on Monday, October 5, 2026, Ruto said […]

President William Ruto has given Parliament until January 2027 to complete legislation paving the way for a new higher education funding framework that will determine how students in universities, TVET institutions and KMTC are supported. Speaking during an event to commemorate World Teachers’ Day in Kasarani, Nairobi County, on Monday, October 5, 2026, Ruto said […]

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