Politics
Wetang’ula calls on ODM supporters to honour Raila by backing Ruto
Speaker Wetang’ula said Odinga had chosen to work with President Ruto before his death and urged his supporters to follow the political direction he had taken.
Western Kenya
2027 Election
Kiunjuri: I won’t support Ruto if Kindiki is replaced in 2027
Kiunjuri said he would lobby Ruto to retain Kindiki, arguing that the Deputy President position should remain with Mt Kenya as the region prepares to negotiate its political interests ahead of the 2027 polls.
2027 Election
I would rather stay where I am! Sifuna dismisses number two bid
Sifuna spoke on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Lurende village, Khachonge, Kabuchai Constituency, during the burial of the mother of Senator Consolata Wakwabubi.He said leaders should not view political office as the main goal, arguing that the priority should be delivering change for Kenyans.
Politics
Women must stop playing second fiddle in politics, Wetang’ula says
The Speaker said women have the numbers to influence elections but need to turn their political participation into direct competition for leadership positions at the county and national levels.
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Gachoka: Sifuna’s popularity a game-changer in Western Kenya politics
Gachoka pointed to Sifuna's recent political tours and rallies in the region, particularly in Kakamega, Busia, Trans Nzoia and Bungoma, as evidence of his growing appeal
Politics
Tony Gachoka: Sifuna can defeat Ruto in 2027 with Gachagua backing
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Gachoka argued that Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna currently offered the opposition its strongest option, saying his support in Western Kenya could be combined with the Mount Kenya vote under former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to create a formidable electoral coalition.
2027 Election
Mudavadi tells opposition to trust IEBC ahead of 2027 election
Mudavadi singled out the Ol Kalou by-election, where an opposition candidate secured victory, as an example of the commission receiving praise from the same political side that has since raised questions about its work.
News
Give EACC 30% of recovered assets, Western stakeholders tell parliament
Participants said limited funding continues to affect the fight against corruption, arguing that EACC needs more resources to carry out investigations and pursue the recovery of public wealth.
Politics
Broad-based leaders hit opposition as they campaign for Ruto
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki led the criticism of the opposition during a meeting with UDA polling centre officials at Kinoru Stadium in Meru.
Western
578 fake gypsum boards seized in Kakamega hardware crackdown
Speaking on the operation on Thursday, ACA Regional Manager for Western and Nyanza Tom Muteti linked the spread of counterfeit building supplies to structural failures and building collapses reported in different parts of the country.
Exclusives
Analyst: Magharibi initiative must reflect grassroots aspirations
Speaking on Radio Generation on Wednesday, Mokua said the initiative should involve ordinary citizens from across Western Kenya, arguing that regional development plans would only succeed if they reflected the views and aspirations of people at the grassroots.
Politics
Sifuna unfazed by IEBC deadline as pressure mounts over 2027 party
The concerns followed an IEBC notice issued on Thursday setting October 15, 2026, as the deadline for political parties planning to take part in the General Election to submit the names and specimen signatures of their authorised officials.