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Remembering Baba: Raila mausoleum to be handed over next Wednesday

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi in Bondo is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto. The mausoleum complex, which is the resting place of Kenyaโ€™s first Vice President, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and his son, Railaโ€ฆ

The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi in Bondo is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto.

The mausoleum complex, which is the resting place of Kenyaโ€™s first Vice President, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and his son, Raila Odinga, has been listed for protection by the National Museums of Kenya as part of the countryโ€™s national heritage.

The Ministry of Defence took charge of the construction in July, with military engineers and museum technical teams completing most of the works in about three months.

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Standard Group condemns protest at Mombasa Road offices, cites threats to media freedom

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

The Standard Group has condemned a protest outside its Nairobi premises along Mombasa Road on Friday, accusing a group of youths of harassing its staff and threatening media freedom. In a statement issued on Friday, October 2, 2026, the media company said the group, which it claimed purported to speak on behalf of President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanzaโ€ฆ

The Standard Group has condemned a protest outside its Nairobi premises along Mombasa Road on Friday, accusing a group of youths of harassing its staff and threatening media freedom.

In a statement issued on Friday, October 2, 2026, the media company said the group, which it claimed purported to speak on behalf of President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration, picketed outside its offices and hurled profanities at the company.

The Standard Group described the incident as an affront to media freedom, democracy and legitimate business, citing Articles 33 and 34 of the Constitution, which guarantee freedom of expression and the media.

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

Published on October 2, 2026

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Kenya has been elected to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Council for the 2027โ€“2031 term, enhancing the nation’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 Kenya’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 nation’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 Kenya’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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Ruto hails Mombasa for leading in SHA registration

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

Ruto said the government has spent Ksh.7.8 billion to provide medical cover for residents enrolled under the scheme in Mombasa, describing the county's progress as a model that should be replicated across the country. President William Ruto and Mombasa Governor Abdullswamad Sherrif Nassir.President William Ruto has praised Mombasa County for registering more than one million residents under the Social Healthโ€ฆ

Ruto said the government has spent Ksh.7.8 billion to provide medical cover for residents enrolled under the scheme in Mombasa, describing the county's progress as a model that should be replicated across the country. President William Ruto and Mombasa Governor Abdullswamad Sherrif Nassir.President William Ruto has praised Mombasa County for registering more than one million residents under the Social Health Authority (SHA), making it the leading county in the country in SHA enrolment.Ruto said the government has spent Ksh.7.8 billion to provide medical cover for residents enrolled under the scheme...

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Ruto has planted 'moles' to divide opposition, Gachagua claims

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

The former Deputy President said the opposition would continue working towards fielding a single candidate to challenge Ruto in the 2027 election. Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has maintained that the opposition will remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election, accusing President William Ruto of attempting to divide the opposition. Speaking during an engagement with clergyโ€ฆ

The former Deputy President said the opposition would continue working towards fielding a single candidate to challenge Ruto in the 2027 election.

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has maintained that the opposition will remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election, accusing President William Ruto of attempting to divide the opposition.

Speaking during an engagement with clergy in Boston, Massachusetts, Gachagua claimed that attempts were being made to disrupt efforts to build a united opposition front.

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Relief for 7 Supreme Court judges as High Court quashes JSC removal notices

Published on October 2, 2026

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The High Court has quashed notices issued by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to seven Supreme Court judges over complaints seeking their removal, ruling that the commission failed to undertake the required preliminary assessment before commencing the process. A three-judge bench led by Justices Charles Kariuki, Lawrence Mugambi and Bahati Mwamuye declared the communications, notices and directions issued by theโ€ฆ

The High Court has quashed notices issued by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to seven Supreme Court judges over complaints seeking their removal, ruling that the commission failed to undertake the required preliminary assessment before commencing the process.

A three-judge bench led by Justices Charles Kariuki, Lawrence Mugambi and Bahati Mwamuye declared the communications, notices and directions issued by the JSC unconstitutional, legally ineffective, null and void.

The court also prohibited the JSC from taking any further steps or commencing or continuing proceedings based on the defective notices or the complaints arising from the same set of facts.

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Boost for Sifuna team as Registrar approves Linda Mwananchi Movement name after Tribunal order

Published on October 2, 2026

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The Registrar of Political Parties has approved the name "Linda Mwananchi Movement" following a Tribunal order finding the initial rejection legally unjustified. The 90-day reservation requires full registration before 2027. The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has officially approved the registration of the Linda Mwananchi Movement's name after months of disarray regarding the political outfit's future. In aโ€ฆ

The Registrar of Political Parties has approved the name "Linda Mwananchi Movement" following a Tribunal order finding the initial rejection legally unjustified. The 90-day reservation requires full registration before 2027.

The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has officially approved the registration of the Linda Mwananchi Movement's name after months of disarray regarding the political outfit's future.

In a letter dated Thursday, October 1, Registrar John Lorionkou revealed that the decision followed the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal's (PPDT) ruling that ordered the Registrar to reserve the name within seven days.

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