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Kenya Kwanza leaders accuse Uhuru of backing opposition over Dangote deal

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoEdwin SifunaUDATEP

Kenya Kwanza leaders have stepped up their criticism of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of backing a section of the opposition that is demanding greater transparency over the Dangote oil refinery deal. The remarks come days after President William Ruto criticised Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for calling for the details of the project to be made public, accusing himโ€ฆ

Kenya Kwanza leaders have stepped up their criticism of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of backing a section of the opposition that is demanding greater transparency over the Dangote oil refinery deal.

The remarks come days after President William Ruto criticised Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for calling for the details of the project to be made public, accusing him of extortion.

Meanwhile, Deputy President Professor Kithure Kindiki has issued a fresh warning to illicit alcohol sellers in the Mt. Kenya region, saying the government will no longer tolerate the trade.

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US, UN push for wider humanitarian access in Sudan and DRC

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Aloys Michael👁 19 views

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The United States and the United Nations are working on practical measures to expand humanitarian access in Sudanโ€™s Darfur and Kordofan regions and address worsening access challenges in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), according to U.S. Senior Advisor for Africa, Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs Massad Boulos. Boulos said he held a โ€œproductive conversationโ€ […]

The United States and the United Nations are working on practical measures to expand humanitarian access in Sudanโ€™s Darfur and Kordofan regions and address worsening access challenges in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), according to U.S. Senior Advisor for Africa, Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs Massad Boulos. Boulos said he held a โ€œproductive conversationโ€ […]

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President Ruto warns wealthy Coast landowners against harassing squatters

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

President William Ruto has warned wealthy landowners in the Coast region against frustrating squatters, saying his administration will not allow Kenyans to be harassed over land they have occupied for years. Speaking in Mombasa on the seventh day of his Coast tour, President Ruto said he was ready to confront land grabbers, directing residents not to leave the land theyโ€ฆ

President William Ruto has warned wealthy landowners in the Coast region against frustrating squatters, saying his administration will not allow Kenyans to be harassed over land they have occupied for years.

Speaking in Mombasa on the seventh day of his Coast tour, President Ruto said he was ready to confront land grabbers, directing residents not to leave the land they currently occupy.

The Head of State spoke at the Mama Ngina Waterfront in Mombasa during a ceremony where he issued at least 5,000 title deeds to residents.

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Museveniโ€™s son Muhoozi backs Rutoโ€™s bid for second term

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Kenneth Mwenda👁 33 views

William RutoUDA

Ugandaโ€™s military chief Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly backed President William Rutoโ€™s bid for a second term, saying National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangโ€™ula will support the Kenyan presidentโ€™s re-election. Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, made the remarks in a post on X on Friday, October 2, 2026, in which he described Wetangโ€™ula […]

Ugandaโ€™s military chief Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly backed President William Rutoโ€™s bid for a second term, saying National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangโ€™ula will support the Kenyan presidentโ€™s re-election. Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, made the remarks in a post on X on Friday, October 2, 2026, in which he described Wetangโ€™ula […]

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Remembering Baba: Raila mausoleum to be handed over next Wednesday

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi in Bondo is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto. The mausoleum complex, which is the resting place of Kenyaโ€™s first Vice President, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and his son, Railaโ€ฆ

The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi in Bondo is 98 per cent complete and will be formally handed over to the State on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of a restricted dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto.

The mausoleum complex, which is the resting place of Kenyaโ€™s first Vice President, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and his son, Raila Odinga, has been listed for protection by the National Museums of Kenya as part of the countryโ€™s national heritage.

The Ministry of Defence took charge of the construction in July, with military engineers and museum technical teams completing most of the works in about three months.

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Standard Group condemns protest at Mombasa Road offices, cites threats to media freedom

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

The Standard Group has condemned a protest outside its Nairobi premises along Mombasa Road on Friday, accusing a group of youths of harassing its staff and threatening media freedom. In a statement issued on Friday, October 2, 2026, the media company said the group, which it claimed purported to speak on behalf of President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanzaโ€ฆ

The Standard Group has condemned a protest outside its Nairobi premises along Mombasa Road on Friday, accusing a group of youths of harassing its staff and threatening media freedom.

In a statement issued on Friday, October 2, 2026, the media company said the group, which it claimed purported to speak on behalf of President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration, picketed outside its offices and hurled profanities at the company.

The Standard Group described the incident as an affront to media freedom, democracy and legitimate business, citing Articles 33 and 34 of the Constitution, which guarantee freedom of expression and the media.

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Ruto hails Mombasa for leading in SHA registration

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

Ruto said the government has spent Ksh.7.8 billion to provide medical cover for residents enrolled under the scheme in Mombasa, describing the county's progress as a model that should be replicated across the country. President William Ruto and Mombasa Governor Abdullswamad Sherrif Nassir.President William Ruto has praised Mombasa County for registering more than one million residents under the Social Healthโ€ฆ

Ruto said the government has spent Ksh.7.8 billion to provide medical cover for residents enrolled under the scheme in Mombasa, describing the county's progress as a model that should be replicated across the country. President William Ruto and Mombasa Governor Abdullswamad Sherrif Nassir.President William Ruto has praised Mombasa County for registering more than one million residents under the Social Health Authority (SHA), making it the leading county in the country in SHA enrolment.Ruto said the government has spent Ksh.7.8 billion to provide medical cover for residents enrolled under the scheme...

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Ruto has planted 'moles' to divide opposition, Gachagua claims

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

The former Deputy President said the opposition would continue working towards fielding a single candidate to challenge Ruto in the 2027 election. Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has maintained that the opposition will remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election, accusing President William Ruto of attempting to divide the opposition. Speaking during an engagement with clergyโ€ฆ

The former Deputy President said the opposition would continue working towards fielding a single candidate to challenge Ruto in the 2027 election.

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has maintained that the opposition will remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election, accusing President William Ruto of attempting to divide the opposition.

Speaking during an engagement with clergy in Boston, Massachusetts, Gachagua claimed that attempts were being made to disrupt efforts to build a united opposition front.

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NYS hailed for practical contribution to national development

Published on October 2, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Prudence Wanza👁 26 views

William RutoUDA

The National Youth Service has been hailed for translating youth training into practical work in communities through environmental conservation, infrastructure development, disaster response and employment programmes. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku said NYS has demonstrated the value of national service through programmes that deploy young people to address practical challenges in communities across the country. The CS, who representedโ€ฆ

The National Youth Service has been hailed for translating youth training into practical work in communities through environmental conservation, infrastructure development, disaster response and employment programmes.

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku said NYS has demonstrated the value of national service through programmes that deploy young people to address practical challenges in communities across the country.

The CS, who represented President William Ruto at the NYS passing-out parade in Gilgil, Nakuru County, noted that more than 71.8 million trees have been planted through NYS programmes since 2022.

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