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Published on October 17, 2026
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 […]
Image: Citizen DigitalPublished on October 17, 2026
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…
Published on October 17, 2026
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 […]
Published on October 16, 2026
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 […]
Published on October 16, 2026
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 […]
Published on October 16, 2026
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…
Published on October 16, 2026
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 […]
Image: KBC DigitalPublished on October 16, 2026
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has warned that the Mt Kenya region risks losing political influence and development opportunities if it abandons President William Ruto in his re-election bid. Waiguru reiterated her earlier claim that the community risks spending up to 30 years outside government if it turns against an administration it helped bring to power. Speaking during a community empowerment…
Published on October 16, 2026
Presidential hopeful David Maraga has criticised President William Ruto’s administration over its handling of the university lecturers’ strike and what he described as a worsening healthcare crisis. Maraga said the two sectors would be central to his 2027 presidential campaign, accusing the government of failing to prioritise essential public services at the expense of ordinary Kenyans. Speaking at Kerumbe Village…
