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Kennedy Ngโ€™ondi: Nairobi assembly speaker emerges as name to watch in 2027 City Hall race

Published on October 7, 2026

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Nairobi Assembly Speaker Kennedy Ngโ€™ondi emerges as a name to watch in the 2027 Nairobi governor race as Babu Owino and Johnson Sakaja position themselves.

Nairobi Assembly Speaker Kennedy Ngโ€™ondi emerges as a name to watch in the 2027 Nairobi governor race as Babu Owino and Johnson Sakaja position themselves.

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The US has backed Libyaโ€™s Haftar clan. The UK should not make the same mistake | Letters

Published on October 7, 2026

Source: Africa | The GuardianBy Guardian Staff👁 49 views

Steven Kay says Britain should act independently and in a role consistent with its status as a member of the UN security council Patrick Wintourโ€™s report (Libyan unity talks upended as warlordโ€™s son linked to drone attacks on fuel facilities, 3 October) should not surprise anyone concerned with the attempts to end conflict and seek the unification of Libya. Saddamโ€ฆ

Steven Kay says Britain should act independently and in a role consistent with its status as a member of the UN security council

Patrick Wintourโ€™s report (Libyan unity talks upended as warlordโ€™s son linked to drone attacks on fuel facilities, 3 October) should not surprise anyone concerned with the attempts to end conflict and seek the unification of Libya. Saddam Haftar, like his father, Khalifa, has been backed by the US to support its aims and ambitions in Libya. There is no logic, if democratic elections are the goal, to be backing a member of the Haftar clan for any role in the future of Libya.

The Libyan population want nothing more than peace, security and to use constructively the wealth that could be generated from their extensive natural resources for the improvement of their society. Instead, their resources are being dissipated in corruption and conflict, a state of affairs that benefits only the warmongers.

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Ndindi Nyoro's People's Party Youth League unveils new national leadership team

Published on October 7, 2026

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MP Ndindi Nyoro unveiled a 20-member People's Party Youth League council, naming Wainaina Gichere chair as the party builds grassroots support ahead of 2027.

MP Ndindi Nyoro unveiled a 20-member People's Party Youth League council, naming Wainaina Gichere chair as the party builds grassroots support ahead of 2027.

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Uhuru resigns as Azimio chairperson after relinquishing Jubilee leadership

Published on October 7, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FM KenyaBy CORRESPONDENT👁 36 views

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NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 7 โ€” Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has resigned as Chairperson of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition, weeks after relinquishing his leadership of the Jubilee Party following a High Court ruling. Kenyatta announced his resignation in a letter dated October 5, 2026, saying the decision followed the formal handover of Jubilee Party leadership to former Interiorโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 7 โ€” Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has resigned as Chairperson of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition, weeks after relinquishing his leadership of the Jubilee Party following a High Court ruling.

Kenyatta announced his resignation in a letter dated October 5, 2026, saying the decision followed the formal handover of Jubilee Party leadership to former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangโ€™i.

He said his departure from the coalition leadership should not be interpreted as an end to his association with Azimio, describing it instead as part of the renewal of democratic institutions.

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โ€˜No leadership vacuumโ€™: Kalonzo welcomes Uhuruโ€™s resignation, says Ukombozi name reserved

Published on October 7, 2026

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Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of The Ukombozi Alliance (TUA) โ€“ formerly Azimio la Umoja One Kenya - has welcomed retired President Uhuru Kenyattaโ€™s resignation from the coalitionโ€™s leadership, saying the move will not affect the partyโ€™s leadership or operations. Kalonzo said Kenyattaโ€™s decision to relinquish his position as Chair of the council had been received with gratitude, while clarifying that theโ€ฆ

Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of The Ukombozi Alliance (TUA) โ€“ formerly Azimio la Umoja One Kenya - has welcomed retired President Uhuru Kenyattaโ€™s resignation from the coalitionโ€™s leadership, saying the move will not affect the partyโ€™s leadership or operations.

Kalonzo said Kenyattaโ€™s decision to relinquish his position as Chair of the council had been received with gratitude, while clarifying that the office was distinct from that of the party leader.

He thanked the former President, saying Kenyatta had played a significant role in the coalition, particularly during its formation and in its efforts to defend democratic institutions.

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Kalonzo Musyoka responds to Uhuru Kenyattaโ€™s resignation, clarifies Ukombozi Alliance leadership

Published on October 7, 2026

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Kalonzo Musyoka responds to Uhuru Kenyattaโ€™s resignation, clarifies Ukombozi Alliance leadership and confirms ORPP has reserved the coalitionโ€™s new name.

Kalonzo Musyoka responds to Uhuru Kenyattaโ€™s resignation, clarifies Ukombozi Alliance leadership and confirms ORPP has reserved the coalitionโ€™s new name.

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Uhuru Kenyatta resigns as Azimio Chairperson

Published on October 7, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 56 views

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Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has resigned as Chairperson of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition, weeks after relinquishing his leadership of the Jubilee Party. Kenyatta announced his resignation in a letter dated Monday, October 5, saying the decision followed the formal handover of Jubilee Party leadership to Dr. Fred Matiangโ€™i. He said his resignation should not be interpreted asโ€ฆ

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has resigned as Chairperson of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition, weeks after relinquishing his leadership of the Jubilee Party.

Kenyatta announced his resignation in a letter dated Monday, October 5, saying the decision followed the formal handover of Jubilee Party leadership to Dr. Fred Matiangโ€™i.

He said his resignation should not be interpreted as an end to his association with the coalition, describing it as part of the process of renewing democratic institutions.

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South Sudan's road to elections remains uncertain

Published on October 7, 2026

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South Sudan's first general election is set for December 22. Insecurity, political tensions and the failure to begin voter registration have raised doubts over whether a credible race can be held.

South Sudan's first general election is set for December 22. Insecurity, political tensions and the failure to begin voter registration have raised doubts over whether a credible race can be held.

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