Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has responded to the recent TIFA opinion poll that ranks him as the second most favored presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. He emphasizes that these findings illustrate the increasing backing for the Linda Mwananchi movement nationwide.During an interview with Western media outlets on Friday,
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Wamalwa Denies Natembeya Has Quit DAP-K
Eugene Wamalwa, the leader of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), firmly refuted claims that Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has departed the party to join Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi movement. In an interview with a local media outlet on July 24, 2026, Wamalwa asserted that Natembeya
Joe Nyutu: Ol Kalou By-Election Signals 2027 Political Shift
Murang'a Senator Joe Nyutu emphasized that the results of the Ol Kalou by-election in Nyandarua County clearly indicate that Kenyans are ready to hold their leaders accountable, especially if they perceive a lack of performance. He noted that this contest serves as a significant early indicator of the political landscape
Njeri Maina: DCP Win Signals Mount Kenya Shift
Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina asserts that the Democracy for Citizens Party’s (DCP) significant victory in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election signifies a pivotal political transformation in the Mount Kenya region, indicating that voters are shifting their support away from President William Ruto’s administration.During an interview on July 20, 2026,
Ruto’s Website Hacked as Kenya Strengthens Cybersecurity Response
recent cyberattack that temporarily disabled President William Ruto’s official website has cast a spotlight on the effectiveness of Kenya’s digital security systems. This incident underscores the escalating sophistication of cyber threats and the urgent need for robust response mechanisms.On July 18, 2026, hackers replaced the presidential website's homepage with a
Junet Mohamed Defends ODM State House Meetings
Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed has confidently defended the meetings of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) reportedly taking place at State House. He emphasized that ODM is an integral part of the broad-based government and should not be categorized solely as an opposition party.During his address in Kajiado
Kamukunji Police Station Named HQs of Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit
Kamukunji Police Station has been designated as the future headquarters for the Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit (NMPU), representing a significant step forward in the government's initiative to create a specialized policing force for the capital.This station will undergo a remarkable transformation into a state-of-the-art security complex, featuring operational offices, police
Hassan Omar Defends UDA’s Mt Kenya Investment After Ol Kalou Loss
Hassan Omar, the Secretary General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), has passionately defended the government's strategic investment in the Mt Kenya region, particularly following the party's significant loss in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. In this contest, Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru from the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) triumphed
Kenya Civil Servants to Receive Higher Salaries From August 1
Starting August 1, 2026, thousands of civil servants will receive higher salaries, following the government's decision to delay the public sector pay review by one month. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku announced that the anticipated salary increase, originally set for July 1, will now take effect at the beginning
Ruto Increases AFC Leopards Sponsorship to Ksh100 Million
President William Ruto has unveiled an exciting financial enhancement for football powerhouse AFC Leopards, elevating the club's annual sponsorship to Ksh100 million and committing additional funds to support players and new signings for the upcoming 2026/27 season.During a meeting at the State House on Wednesday, July 15, Ruto emphasized that