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Tabitha Karanja quits UDA for DCP in bid to unseat Kihika

Published on October 9, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FM KenyaBy IRENE MWANGI👁 27 views

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NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 9 – Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja has ditched President William Rutoโ€™s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) for the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), setting the stage for a fresh political battle with Governor Susan Kihika ahead of the 2027 General Election. Karanja announced on Friday, October 9, that she would seek the Nakuru governorship on the DCPโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 9 – Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja has ditched President William Rutoโ€™s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) for the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), setting the stage for a fresh political battle with Governor Susan Kihika ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Karanja announced on Friday, October 9, that she would seek the Nakuru governorship on the DCP ticket, ending her four-year association with the ruling party under which she was elected senator in 2022.

The move marks a significant shift in Nakuru politics, where the senator and Kihika, both elected on UDA tickets, have been locked in an increasingly public dispute over the countyโ€™s leadership.

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Tabitha Karanja Quits UDA to Vie for Nakuru Governor Seat on DCP Ticket

Published on October 9, 2026

Source: Mwakilishi.com - Kenya Diaspora News LeaderBy Martin Olage👁 37 views

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Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja has left President William Rutoโ€™s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and announced plans to contest the 2027 Nakuru gubernatorial election on the Democracy for theโ€ฆ Read More...

Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja has left President William Rutoโ€™s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and announced plans to contest the 2027 Nakuru gubernatorial election on the Democracy for theโ€ฆ

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Caleb Amisi claims Ruto would defeat Sifuna if Nairobi senator chosen as opposition flagbearer

Published on October 9, 2026

Source: Tuko.co.keBy News Desk👁 13 views

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Some Kenyans are pushing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to challenge William Ruto in 2027, but MP Caleb Amisi claims the race could be an easy win for the incumbent

Some Kenyans are pushing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to challenge William Ruto in 2027, but MP Caleb Amisi claims the race could be an easy win for the incumbent

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Gathoni Wamuchomba Quits Ruto's UDA Party Months after Rejoining from Gachagua's Camp

Published on October 8, 2026

Source: Tuko.co.keBy News Desk👁 27 views

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Gathoni Wamuchomba quits UDA over alleged selective justice after accusing Aden Duale of unchecked tribal remarks, and rules out re-election on UDA ticket.

Gathoni Wamuchomba quits UDA over alleged selective justice after accusing Aden Duale of unchecked tribal remarks, and rules out re-election on UDA ticket.

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Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba quits UDA

Published on October 8, 2026

Source: The Standard PoliticsBy Standard Digital👁 27 views

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Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba accuses UDA of selective justice and double standards, says she wont seek re-election on the partys ticket.

Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba accuses UDA of selective justice and double standards, says she wont seek re-election on the partys ticket.

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Ruto Confirms Kenya Will Host WRC Safari Rally in 2027

Published on October 8, 2026

Source: Mwakilishi.com - Kenya Diaspora News LeaderBy Martin Olage👁 48 views

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Kenya will host a round of the World Rally Championship (WRC) in 2027 after securing a place on the championship calendar, President William Ruto has announced. In a statement shared on social media,โ€ฆ Read More...

Kenya will host a round of the World Rally Championship (WRC) in 2027 after securing a place on the championship calendar, President William Ruto has announced. In a statement shared on social media,โ€ฆ

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Tom Ojienda: Railaโ€™s political base will hand Ruto second term in 2027

Published on October 8, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Emmanuel Rono👁 43 views

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Kisumu Senator Tom Ojienda has claimed that the political base built by the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will play a key role in securing President William Ruto a second term in the 2027 General Election. Ojienda said Railaโ€™s political network and supporters had become an important pillar of the broad-based political arrangement between […]

Kisumu Senator Tom Ojienda has claimed that the political base built by the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will play a key role in securing President William Ruto a second term in the 2027 General Election. Ojienda said Railaโ€™s political network and supporters had become an important pillar of the broad-based political arrangement between […]

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NLP enters Migwani race as Muli unveils Andrew Kaleli

Published on October 8, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy KBC Digital👁 46 views

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The National Liberal Party (NLP) has formally entered the race for the Migwani Ward MCA seat after party leader Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli unveiled Andrew Kaleli as its candidate for the November 17 by-election. The unveiling, held in Mwingi West, sets the stage for a high-stakes contest where NLP will face off against candidates from Wiper Democratic Movement, the Unitedโ€ฆ

The National Liberal Party (NLP) has formally entered the race for the Migwani Ward MCA seat after party leader Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli unveiled Andrew Kaleli as its candidate for the November 17 by-election.

The unveiling, held in Mwingi West, sets the stage for a high-stakes contest where NLP will face off against candidates from Wiper Democratic Movement, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), and the National Economic Development Party (NEDP) associated with former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko.

Addressing supporters, Muli warned that the country has witnessed violence in almost all by-elections held so far and called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to be vigilant in Migwani.

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South Sudan's road to elections remains uncertain

Published on October 7, 2026

Source: DW - English for AfricaBy News Desk👁 27 views

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South Sudan's first general election is set for December 22. Insecurity, political tensions and the failure to begin voter registration have raised doubts over whether a credible race can be held.

South Sudan's first general election is set for December 22. Insecurity, political tensions and the failure to begin voter registration have raised doubts over whether a credible race can be held.

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