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    Ruto presides over signing of Ksh.389 billion electric vehicle investment deal

    Published on October 6, 2026

    Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 34 views

    William RutoUDA

    President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the signing of a $3 billion (about Ksh.389.43 billion) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on electric vehicle manufacturing between the Government and Endelevu Enterprise Corporation at State House, Nairobi. The integrated green mobility project will include the manufacturing and assembly of electric vehicles in Kenya, with the aim of boosting local production and creating…

    President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the signing of a $3 billion (about Ksh.389.43 billion) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on electric vehicle manufacturing between the Government and Endelevu Enterprise Corporation at State House, Nairobi.

    The integrated green mobility project will include the manufacturing and assembly of electric vehicles in Kenya, with the aim of boosting local production and creating jobs.

    Speaking after the signing ceremony, President Ruto said the investment would help Kenya stop exporting jobs by shifting from importing finished vehicles to adding value locally.

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    Kenya signs Ksh389B electric vehicle manufacturing deal

    Published on October 6, 2026

    Source: KBC DigitalBy PCS👁 37 views

    William RutoUDA

    President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the signing of a $3 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on electric vehicle manufacturing between the Government and Endelevu Enterprise Corporation at State House, Nairobi. The integrated green mobility project will include manufacturing and assembling electric vehicles in Kenya. The project aims to boost local assembly and manufacturing of electric vehicles.

    President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the signing of a $3 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on electric vehicle manufacturing between the Government and Endelevu Enterprise Corporation at State House, Nairobi.

    The integrated green mobility project will include manufacturing and assembling electric vehicles in Kenya.

    The project aims to boost local assembly and manufacturing of electric vehicles.

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    2 politicians ditch UDA and join ODM Party

    Published on October 6, 2026

    Source: People DailyBy Emmanuel Rono👁 43 views

    UDAODM

    The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has welcomed two former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) members who have joined the party ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a statement on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga received Gideon Mayian Saruni and Francis Ole Meja into the party during a ceremony at Chungwa House. […]

    The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has welcomed two former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) members who have joined the party ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a statement on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga received Gideon Mayian Saruni and Francis Ole Meja into the party during a ceremony at Chungwa House. […]

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    1,827 Suspects Arrested Over Goonism, Organised Crime in Eight Months

    Published on October 6, 2026

    Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 25 views

    [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Security agencies have arrested and arraigned 1,827 suspects over goonism and organised criminal activity in an eight-month crackdown as the government intensifies efforts to dismantle criminal networks ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Security agencies have arrested and arraigned 1,827 suspects over goonism and organised criminal activity in an eight-month crackdown as the government intensifies efforts to dismantle criminal networks ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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    1,827 suspects arrested over goonism, organised crime in eight months

    Published on October 6, 2026

    Source: News – Capital FM KenyaBy BRUHAN MAKONG👁 22 views

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 6— Security agencies have arrested and arraigned 1,827 suspects over goonism and organised criminal activity in an eight-month crackdown as the government intensifies efforts to dismantle criminal networks ahead of the 2027 General Election. The suspects were arrested between January 1 and August 31, 2026, with Trans Nzoia recording the highest number at 491, according to Internal…

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 6— Security agencies have arrested and arraigned 1,827 suspects over goonism and organised criminal activity in an eight-month crackdown as the government intensifies efforts to dismantle criminal networks ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    The suspects were arrested between January 1 and August 31, 2026, with Trans Nzoia recording the highest number at 491, according to Internal Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo.

    During the same period, authorities secured 729 convictions, while 716 cases remain before the courts, indicating that the crackdown has extended beyond arrests to prosecution and convictions.

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    Govt identifies 109 gangs as Kenya steps up security ahead of 2027 election

    Published on October 6, 2026

    Source: People DailyBy Kenneth Mwenda👁 22 views

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    The government has identified 109 organised criminal gangs and groups across Kenya, raising concern over the use of youth groups to perpetrate violence and intimidation ahead of the 2027 General Election. Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo said the number of identified groups had risen from 89 gangs declared illegal in […]

    The government has identified 109 organised criminal gangs and groups across Kenya, raising concern over the use of youth groups to perpetrate violence and intimidation ahead of the 2027 General Election. Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo said the number of identified groups had risen from 89 gangs declared illegal in […]

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    Western, Rift Valley, Nairobi top list of 109 criminal gangs mapped ahead of 2027 races

    Published on October 6, 2026

    Source: News – Capital FM KenyaBy BRUHAN MAKONG👁 23 views

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 6— The government has identified 109 organised criminal gangs and groups operating across Kenya, warning that their growing involvement in violence and the use of organised youth groups for political intimidation could pose a serious security threat ahead of the 2027 General Election. Internal Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the number of groups identified by the…

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 6— The government has identified 109 organised criminal gangs and groups operating across Kenya, warning that their growing involvement in violence and the use of organised youth groups for political intimidation could pose a serious security threat ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    Internal Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the number of groups identified by the government had risen from the 89 gangs declared illegal in 2016, as security agencies intensify efforts to dismantle criminal networks involved in violence, intimidation and extortion.

    “Of serious concern is the use of organised youth groups for political intimidation, attacks and harassment,” Omollo said, warning that the trend risks undermining the rule of law and public confidence in governance and justice institutions.

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    Kenya signs Ksh390B electric vehicle manufacturing deal

    Published on October 6, 2026

    Source: People DailyBy Emmanuel Rono👁 32 views

    William RutoUDA

    President William Ruto’s administration has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for a proposed $3 billion (about Ksh390 billion) integrated green mobility project that will see electric vehicles manufactured and assembled in Kenya. The agreement is expected to establish a major electric mobility ecosystem comprising vehicle assembly plants, solar-powered charging hubs and a digital platform […]

    President William Ruto’s administration has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for a proposed $3 billion (about Ksh390 billion) integrated green mobility project that will see electric vehicles manufactured and assembled in Kenya. The agreement is expected to establish a major electric mobility ecosystem comprising vehicle assembly plants, solar-powered charging hubs and a digital platform […]

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    KICD begins distributing Grade 11 textbooks ahead of 2027 Senior School transition

    Published on October 6, 2026

    Source: News – Capital FM KenyaBy IRENE MWANGI👁 24 views

    NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 6 – Schools have started receiving Grade 11 textbooks and literary works as the government prepares for the first cohort of learners under the Competency-Based Education system to advance to the next level of Senior School in January. The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) began dispatching the approved learning materials to regular and Special Needs Education…

    NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 6 – Schools have started receiving Grade 11 textbooks and literary works as the government prepares for the first cohort of learners under the Competency-Based Education system to advance to the next level of Senior School in January.

    The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) began dispatching the approved learning materials to regular and Special Needs Education schools on Tuesday, October 6, in a distribution exercise expected to run until October 23.

    The exercise will then be suspended during the national examinations and assessments before resuming on weekdays and continuing until December 23.

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