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Published on October 5, 2026
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has criticized the launch of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s The Equality Party (TUP), describing the event as underwhelming while questioning the ability of the opposition to unite behind a single presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 General Election. in a statement shared on his social media handles on Monday, October 5, […]
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By-election shaping up into a test of political influence between Ruto and Kalonzo.
Published on October 5, 2026
Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang’i has secured fresh political backing from KADU Asili as he steps up efforts to consolidate support for his 2027 presidential bid. Matiang’i said he met with KADU Asili leadership on Monday, October 5, 2026, as the two sides explored ways to strengthen their working relationship ahead of the General Election. […]
Published on October 5, 2026
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 5 – South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit arrived in Nairobi for talks with President William Ruto, with his country’s December elections and its potential role in supplying crude oil to Kenya’s planned Lamu refinery expected to dominate the agenda. Kiir’s visit comes less than two weeks after South Sudan dissolved its Transitional Government of National Unity…
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Political Analyst Mary Kathomi said political boardrooms arrangement are going to be a thing of the past, urges politicians to listen to the electorates.
Published on October 5, 2026
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…
Published on October 5, 2026
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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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.
Published on October 5, 2026
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 Teachers’ 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. […]
