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Wiper dismisses claims of Kalonzo government deal, reaffirms opposition commitment

Published on October 3, 2026

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Wiper Party has dismissed reports that its leader Kalonzo Musyoka is preparing to join President William Rutoโ€™s government, insisting that the party remains committed to a united opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election. Wiper Party chairman Jamleck Kamau described the reports as propaganda, claiming they were being propagated by forces within the government to undermine Musyoka as opposition partiesโ€ฆ

Wiper Party has dismissed reports that its leader Kalonzo Musyoka is preparing to join President William Rutoโ€™s government, insisting that the party remains committed to a united opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Wiper Party chairman Jamleck Kamau described the reports as propaganda, claiming they were being propagated by forces within the government to undermine Musyoka as opposition parties continue discussions on building a united political front.

Kamau said attempts to link the Wiper leader to the government were aimed at creating divisions within the opposition as parties and leaders negotiate the structure and leadership of a possible coalition ahead of the 2027 elections.

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Ranguma Returns to Kisumu Governor Race, Pledges to Revive Development Projects

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: Politics โ€“ Capital FM KenyaBy CORRESPONDENT👁 33 views

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 3 – Former Kisumu Governor Jack Ranguma has returned to the political arena, seeking to reclaim the countyโ€™s top seat in the 2027 General Election on the strength of his record during his first term and a promise to revive stalled development projects. Ranguma, who served as Kisumuโ€™s first governor from 2013 to 2017, says his experienceโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 3 – Former Kisumu Governor Jack Ranguma has returned to the political arena, seeking to reclaim the countyโ€™s top seat in the 2027 General Election on the strength of his record during his first term and a promise to revive stalled development projects.

Ranguma, who served as Kisumuโ€™s first governor from 2013 to 2017, says his experience in county leadership has given him an understanding of the challenges facing the county and what needs to be done to accelerate development.

His declaration has added another heavyweight to an already crowded race that includes Kisumu Central MP Joshua Oron, Kisumu West MP Rosa Buyu, Senator Prof. Tom Ojienda, Nyakach MP Aduma Owuor, former Kisumu Central MP Ken Obura and Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga.

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Kibaki's nostalgia: Why Ndiritu Muriithi always seeks inspiration from his famous uncle

Published on October 3, 2026

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Ndiritu Muriithi takes the Kenya Reform Party leadership, drawing on Kibaki-era economic lessons to champion manufacturing, fiscal discipline and mass production ahead of the 2027 elections.

Ndiritu Muriithi takes the Kenya Reform Party leadership, drawing on Kibaki-era economic lessons to champion manufacturing, fiscal discipline and mass production ahead of the 2027 elections.

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Wiper Dismisses Claims Kalonzo Could Back Ruto in 2027

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: Politics โ€“ Capital FM KenyaBy CORRESPONDENT👁 31 views

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NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 3 โ€“ Wiper Patriotic Front Chairman Jamleck Kamau has dismissed claims that party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is considering abandoning his bid for the presidency in the 2027 General Election. Kamau said reports that Musyoka had been asked to support President William Rutoโ€™s re-election as his running mate were unfounded. The remarks follow a private meeting between Musyokaโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 3 โ€“ Wiper Patriotic Front Chairman Jamleck Kamau has dismissed claims that party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is considering abandoning his bid for the presidency in the 2027 General Election.

Kamau said reports that Musyoka had been asked to support President William Rutoโ€™s re-election as his running mate were unfounded.

The remarks follow a private meeting between Musyoka and former UDA Chairman Johnson Muthama on Thursday night, which triggered speculation over the Wiper leaderโ€™s political plans.

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Kenya defeats 4 rivals to be elected to ISO Council for 2027โ€“2031 term

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mustafa Juma👁 19 views

Kenya has secured a seat on the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Council for the 2027โ€“2031 term, marking a significant milestone in the country’s participation in the governance of the global standards system. Kenya was elected through the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), with Director General Esther Ngari representing the country in the ISO Council […]

Kenya has secured a seat on the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Council for the 2027โ€“2031 term, marking a significant milestone in the country’s participation in the governance of the global standards system. Kenya was elected through the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), with Director General Esther Ngari representing the country in the ISO Council […]

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Kenya elected to ISO council for 2027โ€“2031 term

Published on October 3, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 19 views

Kenya has been elected to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Council for the 2027โ€“2031 term, enhancing the nationโ€™s role in global standards governance. The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) announced the election during the ISO Annual Meeting 2026 in Paris, France. Director General Esther Ngari secured Kenyaโ€™s position following a competitive contest involving five countries. The election provides Kenyaโ€ฆ

Kenya has been elected to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Council for the 2027โ€“2031 term, enhancing the nationโ€™s role in global standards governance.

The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) announced the election during the ISO Annual Meeting 2026 in Paris, France. Director General Esther Ngari secured Kenyaโ€™s position following a competitive contest involving five countries.

The election provides Kenya with an opportunity to contribute to the leadership and strategic direction of the international standards system, building upon its previous tenure on the ISO Council.

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