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Guterres calls for global action to fight racism and discrimination

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Faith Lagat👁 27 views

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United Nations Secretary-General Antรณnio Guterres has called for stronger action against racism and discrimination as the General Assembly marked 25 years since the adoption of the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action. Guterres said governments, businesses and technology companies must take concrete steps to address discrimination, including forms of bias emerging through digital technologies. โ€œRacism […]

United Nations Secretary-General Antรณnio Guterres has called for stronger action against racism and discrimination as the General Assembly marked 25 years since the adoption of the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action. Guterres said governments, businesses and technology companies must take concrete steps to address discrimination, including forms of bias emerging through digital technologies. โ€œRacism […]

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How IEBC can avoid suspicion

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: | Daily NationBy News Desk👁 23 views

IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon and his band of merry men and women, in office for just over...

IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon and his band of merry men and women, in office for just over...

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Jimmy Wanjigiโ€™s Safina party dusts off its campaign vehicles ahead of 2027

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mabonga Makhanu👁 33 views

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Businessman Jimmy Wanjigiโ€™s Safina Party has launched new branded sound trucks equipped with public address systems as the party steps up its grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election. The party, through a statement shared on their social media handles on Monday, September 28, 2026, said the trucks will be used to take its […]

Businessman Jimmy Wanjigiโ€™s Safina Party has launched new branded sound trucks equipped with public address systems as the party steps up its grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election. The party, through a statement shared on their social media handles on Monday, September 28, 2026, said the trucks will be used to take its […]

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'My record as MP proves I can run Nairobi,' Babu Owino defends bid to unseat Governor Sakaja

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 36 views

Babu Owino

Embakasi East lawmaker Babu Owino has sought to justify his bid for the Nairobi governorship by pointing to his record in Parliament, arguing that his performance in managing the constituency demonstrates that he can effectively run the capital. Owino, who is seeking to become Nairobi Governor in the 2027 General Election under The Mwananchi Party (TMP) within the larger Lindaโ€ฆ

Embakasi East lawmaker Babu Owino has sought to justify his bid for the Nairobi governorship by pointing to his record in Parliament, arguing that his performance in managing the constituency demonstrates that he can effectively run the capital.

Owino, who is seeking to become Nairobi Governor in the 2027 General Election under The Mwananchi Party (TMP) within the larger Linda Mwananchi formation, said managing a constituency and running a county both require effective leadership and service delivery.

โ€œSo long as you can be given the responsibility of managing a constituency and you do it well, then itโ€™s only fair that you can manage a county also fairly well,โ€ Owino said in a video interview posted on his social media platforms on Monday.

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Sifuna Given Free Hand to Choose Party for 2027 Race

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 35 views

Edwin Sifuna

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale says Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been given the final say on the political party through which his allies will pursue their ambitions ahead of the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale says Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been given the final say on the political party through which his allies will pursue their ambitions ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Matiang'i Backs Opposition Unity As Gachagua Predicts Coalition Split

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 28 views

Fred Matiang'iJubilee

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i has pledged to remain in the opposition fold even if he does not secure the presidential ticket, as rival leaders intensify efforts to build a united political front ahead of the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i has pledged to remain in the opposition fold even if he does not secure the presidential ticket, as rival leaders intensify efforts to build a united political front ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Ruto Backs Sh2.2tn Lamu Refinery Despite Court Battle

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 24 views

William RutoUDA

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has said the planned East Africa Refinery in Lamu will open up a Sh2 trillion investment opportunity, create about 60,000 jobs and supply petroleum products to eight countries in the region.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has said the planned East Africa Refinery in Lamu will open up a Sh2 trillion investment opportunity, create about 60,000 jobs and supply petroleum products to eight countries in the region.

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MCK call for accurate information ahead of 2027 races

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Christine Muchira👁 27 views

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has called for timely, accurate and accessible information ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that gaps in information can fuel misinformation and undermine public trust. Speaking at the Information and Data for Accountability (IDUA) forum, MCK Chairman Maina Muiruri said the growth of digital platforms had created new challenges in the fight againstโ€ฆ

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has called for timely, accurate and accessible information ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that gaps in information can fuel misinformation and undermine public trust.

Speaking at the Information and Data for Accountability (IDUA) forum, MCK Chairman Maina Muiruri said the growth of digital platforms had created new challenges in the fight against misinformation, particularly through the formation of online echo chambers.

“Digital platforms built to connect us have also built echo chambers where misinformation spreads. They reinforce what we already believe rather than challenge us with what is true,” said Muiruri.

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