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    2 years later: Gachagua’s impeachment, fall and rise in Kenya’s political landscape

    Published on October 17, 2026

    Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 35 views

    William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

    Two years after his impeachment as Kenya’s Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua has rebuilt his political presence through the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), attracting prominent defectors, winning by-elections and challenging President William Ruto’s influence in Mount Kenya. His journey from government to opposition has reshaped political alignments ahead of the 2027 general election. From […]

    Two years after his impeachment as Kenya’s Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua has rebuilt his political presence through the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), attracting prominent defectors, winning by-elections and challenging President William Ruto’s influence in Mount Kenya. His journey from government to opposition has reshaped political alignments ahead of the 2027 general election. From […]

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    Waiguru warns Mt Kenya against abandoning Ruto, cites risk of 30 years out of gov't

    Published on October 17, 2026

    Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 21 views

    William RutoUDA

    Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has warned the Mt Kenya region against abandoning President William Ruto’s re-election bid, arguing that the move could cost the community political influence and access to national development opportunities. Waiguru reiterated her warning that the region could spend up to 30 years outside government if it turns against an administration it helped bring to power, urging…

    Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has warned the Mt Kenya region against abandoning President William Ruto’s re-election bid, arguing that the move could cost the community political influence and access to national development opportunities.

    Waiguru reiterated her warning that the region could spend up to 30 years outside government if it turns against an administration it helped bring to power, urging residents to reconsider calls for Ruto to serve only one term.

    Speaking during a community empowerment forum in Laikipia East, the governor expressed confidence that Ruto would win a second term in the 2027 General Election, citing what she described as his growing support across the country and divisions within the opposition.

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    UDA grassroots elections 2026: Party sets 24-hour deadline for lodging disputes

    Published on October 17, 2026

    Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 26 views

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    The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has set a 24-hour deadline for candidates and members to lodge disputes arising from its ongoing ward grassroots elections, warning that complaints must be submitted within a day of the declaration of results or a decision triggering the dispute. In a notice dated Friday, October 16, 2026, the ruling party […]

    The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has set a 24-hour deadline for candidates and members to lodge disputes arising from its ongoing ward grassroots elections, warning that complaints must be submitted within a day of the declaration of results or a decision triggering the dispute. In a notice dated Friday, October 16, 2026, the ruling party […]

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    Two police officers injured, vehicles torched as political rivals clash in Kitale

    Published on October 17, 2026

    Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 27 views

    William RutoUDA

    The National Police Service (NPS) has launched investigations into clashes involving rival political supporters in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County, on Friday evening. According to the NPS, two police officers were injured and two government vehicles damaged during the incident that saw leaders from the Linda Mwananchi movement tear-gassed in Kitale town shortly after addressing a rally that was held soon…

    The National Police Service (NPS) has launched investigations into clashes involving rival political supporters in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County, on Friday evening.

    According to the NPS, two police officers were injured and two government vehicles damaged during the incident that saw leaders from the Linda Mwananchi movement tear-gassed in Kitale town shortly after addressing a rally that was held soon after President William Ruto had addressed another one at the same spot.

    In a statement issued on October 16, 2026, the police accused unnamed politicians of contravening the Public Order Act, saying their conduct undermined public order and endangered public safety.

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    Laikipia Woman Rep race: UDA’s Jane Kagiri faces growing DCP wave

    Published on October 17, 2026

    Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 32 views

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    The race for the Laikipia County Woman Representative seat is shaping up to be a major test of United Democratic Alliance (UDA) loyalty as the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) expands its influence across the Mount Kenya region, attracting a growing list of aspirants seeking to unseat the incumbent, Jane Kagiri. Kagiri, who won […]

    The race for the Laikipia County Woman Representative seat is shaping up to be a major test of United Democratic Alliance (UDA) loyalty as the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) expands its influence across the Mount Kenya region, attracting a growing list of aspirants seeking to unseat the incumbent, Jane Kagiri. Kagiri, who won […]

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    Kindiki warns politicians against violence as 2027 election campaigns gather pace

    Published on October 16, 2026

    Source: People DailyBy Sharon Atieno👁 31 views

    William RutoUDA

    Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged political leaders to embrace peaceful campaigns ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying the contest will be determined by development records rather than political insults, intimidation and violence. Speaking at Riakiania in Ndia Constituency on Friday, October 16, 2026, Kindiki said President William Ruto’s administration would concentrate on delivering […]

    Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged political leaders to embrace peaceful campaigns ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying the contest will be determined by development records rather than political insults, intimidation and violence. Speaking at Riakiania in Ndia Constituency on Friday, October 16, 2026, Kindiki said President William Ruto’s administration would concentrate on delivering […]

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    Mudavadi warns West Pokot residents against tribalism, hate speech

    Published on October 16, 2026

    Source: People DailyBy Enock Amukhale👁 37 views

    William RutoUDA

    Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called on the people of West Pokot to reject divisive politics, tribalism, hate speech and abusive rhetoric, urging leaders to prioritise unity, peace and development. Mudavadi spoke on Friday, October 16, 2026, while accompanying President William Ruto during development engagements in Sigor and Kapenguria, and at a political rally […]

    Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called on the people of West Pokot to reject divisive politics, tribalism, hate speech and abusive rhetoric, urging leaders to prioritise unity, peace and development. Mudavadi spoke on Friday, October 16, 2026, while accompanying President William Ruto during development engagements in Sigor and Kapenguria, and at a political rally […]

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    West Pokot to get second market as Gov’t moves to expand trading space

    Published on October 16, 2026

    Source: KBC DigitalBy Muraya Kamunde👁 41 views

    William RutoUDA

    The Government will inject an additional Ksh 300 million into the construction of a second market in West Pokot County in January 2027, following concerns that the ongoing Makutano Modern Market project will not accommodate the growing number of traders. President William Ruto announced the additional investment after assessing construction progress at the Ksh 147 million Makutano Modern Market in…

    The Government will inject an additional Ksh 300 million into the construction of a second market in West Pokot County in January 2027, following concerns that the ongoing Makutano Modern Market project will not accommodate the growing number of traders.

    President William Ruto announced the additional investment after assessing construction progress at the Ksh 147 million Makutano Modern Market in Kapenguria Constituency on Friday during his development tour of West Pokot County.

    The existing market is 69 per cent complete and is scheduled for completion in December 2026.
    The decision to build another market follows an assessment that the facility under construction will not provide sufficient space for the growing number of traders.

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    Ksh335M power project to connect 1,719 homes in West Pokot

    Published on October 16, 2026

    Source: People DailyBy Francis Muli👁 23 views

    William RutoUDA

    A Ksh335 million electricity connectivity project targeting 1,719 homes has been launched in Makutano, Kapenguria Constituency, as the government expands access to power in West Pokot County. President William Ruto flagged off the Last Mile Electricity Connectivity Project on Friday, October 16, 2026, during his development tour of the county. The project is part of […]

    A Ksh335 million electricity connectivity project targeting 1,719 homes has been launched in Makutano, Kapenguria Constituency, as the government expands access to power in West Pokot County. President William Ruto flagged off the Last Mile Electricity Connectivity Project on Friday, October 16, 2026, during his development tour of the county. The project is part of […]

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