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Ruto to Sifuna: Freedom and democracy are meaningless without development

Published on October 18, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 25 views

William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

President William Ruto has declared that freedom and democracy are meaningless without development, sharpening the political debate with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna over what Kenya needs ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking during a church service in Kapsabet, Nandi County, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Ruto insisted that democratic rights must translate into better […]

President William Ruto has declared that freedom and democracy are meaningless without development, sharpening the political debate with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna over what Kenya needs ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking during a church service in Kapsabet, Nandi County, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Ruto insisted that democratic rights must translate into better […]

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Komboa Kenya to begin talks with Gachagua, Sifuna camps on joint 2027 ticket

Published on October 18, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy CORRESPONDENT👁 31 views

William RutoKalonzo MusyokaUDA

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 18 — Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalwa says the Kalonzo Musyoka-led Komboa Kenya alliance will begin talks next week with key opposition figures on a unified presidential ticket to challenge President William Ruto in 2027. Speaking on Sunday at Priesthood Fellowship Church in Kahawa West, Nairobi, Wamalwa said the opposition was seeking toโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 18 — Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalwa says the Kalonzo Musyoka-led Komboa Kenya alliance will begin talks next week with key opposition figures on a unified presidential ticket to challenge President William Ruto in 2027.

Speaking on Sunday at Priesthood Fellowship Church in Kahawa West, Nairobi, Wamalwa said the opposition was seeking to unite different political formations behind a single candidate to avoid splitting votes in next yearโ€™s General Election.

โ€œThis week and next month, we are asking those others in Linda Mwananchi, including Sifuna and Orengo, to come together with us so that we get one candidate,โ€ Wamalwa said.

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Musalia Mudavadi warns Kenyans against electing Edwin Sifuna in 2027: "Kupotosha watu"

Published on October 18, 2026

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Edwin SifunaUDA

Musalia Mudavai cautioned against backing parties without established structures, policy frameworks, or clear agendas in the upcoming 2027 election.

Musalia Mudavai cautioned against backing parties without established structures, policy frameworks, or clear agendas in the upcoming 2027 election.

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ACK priest prophesies William Ruto's win in 2027 presidential election: "I declare now"

Published on October 18, 2026

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William RutoUDA

An ACK priest prophesied President William Ruto would win a second term and celebrate ten years as president at the diocese anniversary, where he spoke on democracy.

An ACK priest prophesied President William Ruto would win a second term and celebrate ten years as president at the diocese anniversary, where he spoke on democracy.

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Ruto intensifies onslaught on Sifuna, opposition during Nandi rally

Published on October 18, 2026

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William RutoEdwin SifunaKalonzo MusyokaFred Matiang'iUDAWiper

President William Ruto and his Kenya Kwanza brigade on Sunday took their two-term gospel to Nandi county, where he announced a number of development plans for the residents, among them connecting them to electricity and expanding roads in the region. Addressing his supporters in Kapsabet town after a church service, Ruto continued his criticism of his political opponents, singling outโ€ฆ

President William Ruto and his Kenya Kwanza brigade on Sunday took their two-term gospel to Nandi county, where he announced a number of development plans for the residents, among them connecting them to electricity and expanding roads in the region.

Addressing his supporters in Kapsabet town after a church service, Ruto continued his criticism of his political opponents, singling out Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, former CS Fred Matiang'i and Wiper Patriotic Front Leader Kalonzo Musyoka.

"Mr. Empty and Shinny Things, Mr. Yala and Ruaraka and Mr. 40, you have no agenda for this country. You are angry and planless. We will not allow you to divide Kenyans along ethnic lines," Ruto said. 

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Ruto to Kenyans: Donโ€™t elect anyone who is promising to scrap my projects

Published on October 18, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 22 views

William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has warned Kenyans against electing politicians promising to scrap his administration’s development programmes, arguing that reversing the projects would undermine progress made under his leadership. Speaking during a church service in Kapsabet, Nandi County, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Ruto singled out affordable housing, agricultural reforms and healthcare as programmes he believes […]

President William Ruto has warned Kenyans against electing politicians promising to scrap his administration’s development programmes, arguing that reversing the projects would undermine progress made under his leadership. Speaking during a church service in Kapsabet, Nandi County, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Ruto singled out affordable housing, agricultural reforms and healthcare as programmes he believes […]

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Mudavadi fires warning at Rutoโ€™s 2027 rivals: Your political parachute will collapse

Published on October 18, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 33 views

William RutoUDA

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has warned Kenyans against entrusting the country’s leadership to newly formed political parties, questioning their ability to provide credible alternatives to President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during an ACK church service in Kapsabet, Nandi County, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Mudavadi challenged opposition politicians forming […]

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has warned Kenyans against entrusting the country’s leadership to newly formed political parties, questioning their ability to provide credible alternatives to President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during an ACK church service in Kapsabet, Nandi County, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Mudavadi challenged opposition politicians forming […]

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MP Njoroge Wainaina leaves UDA, unveils new political party

Published on October 18, 2026

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Kieni MP Njoroge Wainaina has announced his departure from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), unveiling Ufanisi Kenya Party as his new political vehicle during a meeting in Kieni constituency, Nyeri County on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Wainaina, who was elected on a UDA ticket in 2022, stated that the move to join the ufanisi Party was driven by the interestsโ€ฆ

Kieni MP Njoroge Wainaina has announced his departure from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), unveiling Ufanisi Kenya Party as his new political vehicle during a meeting in Kieni constituency, Nyeri County on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Wainaina, who was elected on a UDA ticket in 2022, stated that the move to join the ufanisi Party was driven by the interests of Kieni residents and the broader push for Mt. Kenya to  establish an independent political path ahead of the 2027 General Election.

โ€œBecause we have occasionally been reminded that we went to a wedding with someone elseโ€™s vehicle, I have made my 504 which will carry the people of Kieni, and that is the Ufanisi Kenya Party,โ€ Wainaina said.

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Electing Sifuna is second-guessing Kenya's destiny, Mudavadi warns

Published on October 18, 2026

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William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has laughed off those challenging the William Ruto presidency, saying they don't have the experience to lead the country. Speaking during a church service in Nandi county, Mudavadi warned against what he termed as gambling with the leadership of the country, saying the new political formations, like Linda Mwananchi, cannot guarantee good leadership. "We shouldโ€ฆ

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has laughed off those challenging the William Ruto presidency, saying they don't have the experience to lead the country.

Speaking during a church service in Nandi county, Mudavadi warned against what he termed as gambling with the leadership of the country, saying the new political formations, like Linda Mwananchi, cannot guarantee good leadership.

"We should not second-guess the destiny of our country. We cannot just wake up and start gambling with the leadership of the country," Mudavadi said, apparently targeting Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna.

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