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Teargas disrupts Linda Mwananchi rally in Meru

A Linda Mwananchi political rally in Meru town was briefly disrupted on Sunday after a teargas canister was lobbed into a crowd gathered at Makutano.

By Mike Kihaki 2026-08-30 22:22:29

Teargas disrupts Linda Mwananchi rally in Meru

Kindiki warns politicians to keep off from IEBC work

By Mike Kihaki 2026-08-30 21:24:06

Murkomen tells Opposition to leave IEBC alone and sell policies ahead of 2027

Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged Opposition leaders to stop interfering with the IEBC.

By Mike Kihaki 2026-08-30 20:47:50

Kindiki warns politicians against using goons to fight rivals

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned politicians against using youth to fight their political battles.

By Mike Kihaki 2026-08-30 20:38:57

Kindiki warns politicians against using goons to fight rivals

Kalonzo warns of rising goonism, political pressure on churches

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has raised concerns over what he described as growing goonism and excessive use of force by security agencies.

By Mike Kihaki 2026-08-30 16:54:35

Kalonzo warns of rising goonism, political pressure on churches

Kenya Kwanza leaders hit out at opposition over IEBC attacks

Kenya Kwanza leaders, led by Senate Majority Leader and Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot, have castigated opposition leaders over attacks against the IEBC.

By Peter Kipkemoi 2026-08-30 16:09:57

Kenya Kwanza leaders hit out at opposition over IEBC attacks

Spare no one in war against goons, Kindiki tells Murkomen

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has told Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to deploy the same energy he used to tackle banditry in the North Rift to deal with goons.

By Stephen Rutto 2026-08-30 15:43:06

Spare no one in war against goons, Kindiki tells Murkomen

Kaluma dismisses Orengo's presidential bid, says Nyanza backs Ruto

Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has opposed Siaya Governor James Orengo’s presidential bid, saying it was aimed at spoiling President William Ruto’s votes in the Nyanza region.

By James Omoro 2026-08-30 12:23:18

Kaluma dismisses Orengo's presidential bid, says Nyanza backs Ruto

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Kindiki camp fighting two battles: Mount Kenya unity and the DP seat

Kithure Kindiki’s allies are navigating a dual political battle ahead of 2027: maintaining Mount Kenya unity while consolidating support for Kindiki to retain the Deputy President’s position.

By Prestone Murunga 2026-08-29 13:49:45

Kindiki camp fighting two battles: Mount Kenya unity and the DP seat

Mwangaza calls on police protection as Sifuna's Meru rallies face violence fears

Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has called for police protection ahead of Edwin Sifuna’s Meru rallies after youths threatened to bar her from accompanying the Linda Mwananchi leader.

By Phares Mutembei 2026-08-29 11:13:11

Mwangaza calls on police protection as Sifuna's Meru rallies face violence fears

DP Kindiki laughs off Kalonzo over presidential bid

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has criticised Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s 2027 presidential ambitions, questioning his development record.

By Jane Mugambi 2026-08-29 10:43:00

DP Kindiki laughs off Kalonzo over presidential bid

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Linda party row casts doubt on independence of registrar's office

The Linda Mwananchi registration dispute has intensified scrutiny of the ORPP, with opposition leaders accusing the Registrar of State interference while the matter awaits determination.

By Josphat Thiong’o 2026-08-29 07:00:00

Linda party row casts doubt on independence of registrar's office

Njeri Maina demands probe into Kirinyaga poll violence

Njeri Maina calls for investigation into political violence reported in the county on August 23, including allegations linking former gubernatorial candidate Wangui Ngirici to the unrest.

By David Njaaga 2026-08-28 17:25:49