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Image: Tuko.co.kePublished on October 10, 2026
IGAD Leadership Academy has trained journalists from Kenya, Somalia and South Sudan on AI disinformation, misinformation and news verification ahead of elections.
Published on October 10, 2026
President William Ruto is facing a 2027 re-election test, courting the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) for support as former allies quit the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), threatening the grassroots networks that powered his 2022 State House victory. The latest departures of Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja and Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba have intensified questions about UDA’s […]
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By Bonface Barasa President William Ruto has renewed his push for a 15 billion tree growing and restoration campaign target set for 2030. Speaking in Endebess, Trans Nzoia County, where he led the national Mazingira Day commemoration, Ruto talked up his ambitious programme aimed at combating climate change.
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Jeremiah Kioni warns Kenya’s opposition that insults won’t weaken William Ruto, urging leaders to focus on policy and strategy ahead of the 2027 election.
Published on October 10, 2026
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has urged Kenyans to assess President William Ruto’s development record before deciding who to support in the 2027 General Election. Duale said voters should evaluate the administration’s performance as they prepare to elect the country’s next leaders, while challenging opposition parties to present a clear and credible alternative agenda. In […]
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Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has declared her interest in the Deputy President’s seat ahead of the 2027 General Election, ruling out a bid for the county’s Senate seat after completing her second term as governor. Waiguru, who on Friday endorsed her County Executive Committee Member for Cooperatives, Trade and Tourism, Calvert Njeru, for the Senate seat, said she was focused…
Published on October 10, 2026
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has faulted President William Ruto for undermining the promise of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution, warning that his continued stay in power beyond the 2027 elections could further weaken constitutional governance. Omtatah said Ruto had deepened the disregard for the Constitution that he attributed to the former administration, particularly on how public resources […]
Published on October 10, 2026
Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has revived the late Raila Odinga’s famous phrase ‘Punda amechoka’, saying Kenyans are overwhelmed by the cost of living and challenges in education and healthcare under President William Ruto’s administration. Speaking during a Kilifi rally on Saturday, October 10, 2026, Kalonzo said the situation had worsened to the […]
Published on October 10, 2026
Nyali Member of Parliament (MP) Mohamed Ali has vowed to bring down the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in Mombasa, faulting the ruling party for betraying residents after campaigning on promises of economic empowerment. Speaking in Mombasa on Saturday, October 10, 2026, Ali said he had played a key role in building UDA in the coastal […]
