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Civil society groups demand all govt loans and debt status disclosed before 2027 race

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 19 views

The Kenyan government is facing renewed calls to disclose public debt agreements, financial reports and election-related spending information to strengthen transparency and accountability ahead of the 2027 General Election. On Thursday, October 22, 2026, representatives of civil society organisations and public institutions raised concerns over secrecy surrounding government borrowing, public-private partnerships (PPPs) and financial reporting, […]

The Kenyan government is facing renewed calls to disclose public debt agreements, financial reports and election-related spending information to strengthen transparency and accountability ahead of the 2027 General Election. On Thursday, October 22, 2026, representatives of civil society organisations and public institutions raised concerns over secrecy surrounding government borrowing, public-private partnerships (PPPs) and financial reporting, […]

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Joy as 6-year-old Zimbabwean boy returns home after succesful kidney surgery in India

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: Tuko.co.keBy News Desk👁 15 views

Six-year-old Seth Mukomazi returns home after a kidney transplant in India, funded by a ZBC Radio Zimbabwe campaign that raised more than USD 23,700.

Six-year-old Seth Mukomazi returns home after a kidney transplant in India, funded by a ZBC Radio Zimbabwe campaign that raised more than USD 23,700.

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Ruto to embark on four-day tour of Ukambani region amid campaigns

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy KahawaTungu Reporter👁 18 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto will on Saturday embark on a four-day development tour of Ukambani region. During the tour, he will launch, inspect and commission major programmes on roads, affordable housing, electricity connectivity, water and issuance of title deeds. The tour will cover the three counties of Machakos, Makueni and Kitui.

President William Ruto will on Saturday embark on a four-day development tour of Ukambani region.

During the tour, he will launch, inspect and commission major programmes on roads, affordable housing, electricity connectivity, water and issuance of title deeds.

The tour will cover the three counties of Machakos, Makueni and Kitui.

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Gachagua assures aspirants of free and fair DCP nominations

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 22 views

Rigathi GachaguaDCP

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has assured aspirants seeking the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) ticket in the 2027 General Election that the party will conduct free and fair nominations through its independent National Elections Board. Gachagua gave the assurance after hosting Kambiti Ward Member of the County Assembly Laban Chomba at his Wamunyoro […]

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has assured aspirants seeking the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) ticket in the 2027 General Election that the party will conduct free and fair nominations through its independent National Elections Board. Gachagua gave the assurance after hosting Kambiti Ward Member of the County Assembly Laban Chomba at his Wamunyoro […]

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โ€œAI Powers Africaโ€ earns two PRNEWS Platinum Awards after reaching audiences across more than 17 African countries

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy CORRESPONDENT👁 19 views

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 22 โ€” Global Advisors Communications (GA) has won Platinum Elite โ€“ Best Campaign of the Year and Campaign of the Year: Technology at the 2026 PRNEWS Platinum Awards for โ€œAI Powers Africa,โ€ its campaign highlighting the UAEโ€™s US$1 billion โ€œAI for Developmentโ€ initiative for Africa. The initiative aims to support African countries in harnessing artificial intelligence forโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 22 โ€” Global Advisors Communications (GA) has won Platinum Elite โ€“ Best Campaign of the Year and Campaign of the Year: Technology at the 2026 PRNEWS Platinum Awards for โ€œAI Powers Africa,โ€ its campaign highlighting the UAEโ€™s US$1 billion โ€œAI for Developmentโ€ initiative for Africa.

The initiative aims to support African countries in harnessing artificial intelligence for development, creating opportunities across education, agriculture and infrastructure while strengthening the capabilities needed to participate in the global AI economy.

With a focus on practical applications and local capacity, the initiative reflects the UAEโ€™s commitment to helping African countries use technology to address development challenges and create opportunities for their communities.

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Ruto set to visit Ukambani this Saturday

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy PCS👁 21 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto will on Saturday embark on a four-day development tour of Ukambani region. During the tour, he will launch, inspect and commission major programmes on roads, affordable housing, electricity connectivity, water and issuance of title deeds. The tour will cover the three counties of Machakos, Makueni and Kitui.

President William Ruto will on Saturday embark on a four-day development tour of Ukambani region.

During the tour, he will launch, inspect and commission major programmes on roads, affordable housing, electricity connectivity, water and issuance of title deeds.

The tour will cover the three counties of Machakos, Makueni and Kitui.

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Video: Reactions as Edwin Sifuna's ally refuses to shake hands with Moses Wetang'ula

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: Tuko.co.keBy News Desk👁 22 views

Edwin Sifuna

Jack Wamboka appeared to snub Moses Wetang'ula at a Nairobi requiem mass, sparking online debate over the handshake and their opposing 2027 political camps.

Jack Wamboka appeared to snub Moses Wetang'ula at a Nairobi requiem mass, sparking online debate over the handshake and their opposing 2027 political camps.

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Gakuya: I will contest Nairobi governor race as independent candidate if denied DCP ticket

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Aloys Michael👁 17 views

Rigathi GachaguaDCP

Embakasi North Member of Parliament (MP) James Gakuya has vowed to contest the 2027 Nairobi governor race as an independent candidate if he fails to secure the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) ticket, setting the stage for a potential clash over opposition nominations and coalition negotiations. This leaves the DCP chief, Rigathi Gachagua, on […]

Embakasi North Member of Parliament (MP) James Gakuya has vowed to contest the 2027 Nairobi governor race as an independent candidate if he fails to secure the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) ticket, setting the stage for a potential clash over opposition nominations and coalition negotiations. This leaves the DCP chief, Rigathi Gachagua, on […]

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