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Oct 23. 2026, 11:08 AM
Elections Bill Removing Mandatory livestreaming of Poll Results Passed in Parliament
Senate Bill No. 29 of 2024, was sponsored by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah
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Senate Bill No. 29 of 2024, was sponsored by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah
Theuri Eyes Comeback as Sections of Luo, Luhya, Kisii and Other Communities Signal Support
Ruto took over the chairmanship during the 24th Comesa summit
Ruto cites five procedural concerns
Hussein accused the Governor of failing to show respect
The delegation was led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna
Five months of research point to sustained growth in voter intention, giving the incumbent fresh momentum in the Mathare constituency contest.
ODM Nairobi Youth League chairman records 45.6% voting intention, with strong support in Upper Savannah and reported appeal among young voters shaping his emerging parliamentary bid.
governors appeared to ignore warnings by Parliament that the practice is illegal
Marwa will serve at the helm of the commission for a term of three years
Muthama described the Wiper leader as his “brother
convictions add to Waititu’s legal troubles
Njoroge announced her exit from the Jubilee Party on July 21
Kindiki urges prisons to adopt AI and modern technology
The meeting also saw governors elected to chair the Council's technical committees
Nyeri Set for Sh45bn Roads, Sh17bn Housing Projects, Says Kindiki
The present Petition challenges the decision of the IEBC to reduce security features
churches should be allowed to conduct their services without interference
The union has accused KNEC of paying teachers inadequate allowances
The Ukombozi Alliance, formerly known as the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition
Matindi argues that the dispute centres on Regulation 37 of the Elections Regulations
Nabwera leaves behind a pioneering legacy
The coalition subsequently rebranded as The Ukombozi Alliance
Kindiki Highlights Sh27bn Housing Fund Investment in Murang’a
Kindiki Reveals Growth in Kenya’s Dairy and Fisheries Sectors
His declaration adds another contender to the presidential race
Kindiki Announces Plan to Unite Mt Kenya Political Leaders
Oburu remained under treatment for a chronic illness
Kindiki Takes Government Development Message to Thika as He Launches Road Project
He was placed in custody pending further investigations
The party's logo bears green and yellow colours
The approved name reservation is valid for 90 days
A total of 20,419 respondents participated in the survey
Nairobi honours Raila as one of their own as ODM opens “Mwezi wa Baba”
It found that LINDA was not a fully registered political party
He acknowledged that court orders are binding on everyone
I am not coming to Lang’ata to be another politician
“One term…” the students can be heard saying.
Caroli will table the Bill on behalf of the The People’s Coalition
His whereabouts had remained unknown since Monday
Gachoka announcing the independence party’s plans
Experience, grassroots networks, Nairobi political instincts and a broad constituency could make the longtime MCA a serious parliamentary contender
Langat is asking the High Court to restrain the IEBC from conducting or supervising elections
William Ruto received 7,176,141 votes (50.49%)
Accused COFEK of publishing allegedly defamatory statements
Kalonzo said Uhuru would chair the new alliance
the President will use the UNGA trip to push Kenya’s investment agenda
The judge asked the police IG to attend court on September 28
The Register of Voters is a key component of Kenya’s electoral system
The petition invokes Articles 10, 22, 23, 38, 81, 88 and 259 of the Constitution
The case stems from a dispute between the DIG and the university
The judge said the restriction was intended to protect Kenya's democracy
The Kenyan succeeds Ghana's Akyaa Pobee
The establishment of new parties is likely to intensify competition for political space
The publication formalises the election date
Kariobangi South MCA Hon. Robert Mbatia continues to lead the Embakasi West parliamentary race, with the latest September InTouch Poll putting him at 33%, ahead of incumbent MP Mark Mwenje at 27% and former MP George Theuri at 18%.
The court granted interim prayer number two of the Notice of Motion
Upper Savannah MCA and ODM Nairobi Youth Leader Stazo Omung’ala continues to strengthen his position in the Embakasi East MP race, with the latest September poll placing him at 45%, up from 44.6% in August and 44% in July.
Hon. Wildfred Odalo continues to lead the Mathare MP race, with the latest September opinion poll placing him at 39%, maintaining a significant lead over his challengers.
“Do you know the job they want me to take?” Sifuna asked
Despite the disruption, Kindiki proceeded with his meeting with UDA grassroots leaders
Oburu said the visit followed advice from his doctors
Their remarks come amid heightened government scrutiny of foreigners
He was on duty when Ojwang was clobbered to death
He wiped his eyes, appearing emotional
The strike had paralysed healthcare services
Kituyi entered Parliament in 1992, winning the Kimilili seat on a Ford-Kenya ticket
Kenya rises when we rise together — in calm, in respect, and in love for one another. Peace be with our nation.
The guidelines are drawn from the Political Parties Act and the Elections Act
Omondi was actively launching his "Punguza Mzigo" referendum campaign
Kangemi MCA Hon. Hamisi Maleya has thrown his weight behind Kitusuru MCA Hon. Alvin Palapala’s bid for the Westlands parliamentary seat in 2027. Their growing grassroots partnership, coupled with Palapala’s community engagements and reported strong performance in opinion polls, is adding momentum to his campaign as the Westlands race begins to heat up.
At the time, State House had hosted several delegations
Gachagua said Sifuna should not allow criticism from senior politicians
The Board specifically flagged areas concerning the technical specifications and evaluation criteria
The move introduces a third claimant to the contested “Mwananchi” political identity
He indicated that the measures would begin as early as next week.
Kiprotich managed to escape by locking his doors
Butita’s claim comes as politicians are expected to increasingly court celebrities
"Wananchi, msikimbie... hawawezi tutisha...” Sifuna told the crowd
Muturi argued that election disputes should not be treated like ordinary litigation
Installed at the Toi Primary Kitchen, the machine can produce up to 2,000 chapatis per hour.
The recognition came as the country marked Katiba Day
” We are fighting for a brand, our name,” Sifuna stated.
Hasan was supported by other new DCP MPs
each principal has committed to respect the collective decisions of the coalition
Omar’s message is ultimately a call for political maturity
He accused the registrar of acting “mischievously”
the court has stood in our way from 2016 up to now
he will be out of the country on a pre-planned foreign trip
Alvin Palapala’s approval rating continues to rise in Westlands, with Intouch Polls’ June, July and August surveys showing steady growth and Kitisuru remaining his strongest support base.
Lang’ata ODM delegates have unanimously endorsed South C MCA Hon. Abbas as their preferred candidate for the Lang’ata MP seat, with recent opinion polls also placing him ahead of other potential contenders.
The IEBC said violations will attract the full sanctions provided for under the law.
Millie Mabona’s reported dismissal of Suba North ODM youth leader Jasper Kaliya has sparked fresh questions over the MP’s political loyalties, with critics asking whether her actions point to growing sympathy for Linda Mwananchi’s camp.
If found guilty, LSK said it would pursue the most severe sanctions available
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua may have made a serious political miscalculation by taking on Makadara MP George Aladwa. By attempting to rally members of his community against the sitting MP, Gachagua may have invited a seasoned Nairobi political operator into the ring—one who knows Makadara, understands Eastlands politics and may be ready to respond in ways Gachagua did not anticipate.
The said rally was marred by violence
argues that the High Court delivered "an absurd, impracticable, illogical or artificial conclusion"
The claims could not be independently verified at the time of publication
Her death marks a sudden loss for the Khalwale family
Hon. Mbatia’s long grassroots experience, cross-party and cross-community appeal, and deep political networks position him as a strong contender for the Embakasi West parliamentary seat.