Tag Archives: 2027 General Election

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has urged authorities to conduct a swift, independent and comprehensive investigation into the reported abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich. The commission said it was “deeply concerned” about the incident, which allegedly took place on the night of September 1. …

Citizen TV journalist John Wanyama has left Royal Media Services (RMS) to pursue a political career, declaring his intention to contest the Malava Constituency parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election. Wanyama submitted his resignation on July 3, 2026, giving the required one-month notice. His final day at RMS was …

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has expanded voter registration for Kenyans living abroad from 12 to 26 countries ahead of the 2027 General Election. The move represents the largest expansion of overseas voting access since Kenyans in the diaspora were first allowed to participate in presidential elections in …

Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has asked Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to guarantee his safety ahead of his planned visit to Emurua Dikirr Constituency on Friday. In a letter dated August 20, Gachagua said he plans to visit the area after receiving an invitation …

Former Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa has responded sharply to Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale after he questioned her ability to read and understand Cabinet documents during their time in government. Jumwa accused Duale of hypocrisy, saying his remarks were politically motivated and intended to undermine her. She maintained that she …

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has called for swift investigations and prosecution following attacks on journalists covering the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay on Sunday. According to the Council, at least eight journalists and two drivers were injured, while media equipment was destroyed or stolen. A vehicle belonging …

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has pledged to remain loyal to Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka and other politicians he considers to have been genuine allies of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Sifuna described Kalonzo and Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua as among Raila’s closest political partners, highlighting their support for …

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has ruled out any political handshake or power-sharing deal with President William Ruto, declaring that his next political contest with the Head of State will be at the ballot box in the 2027 General Election. With Kenya entering a critical phase of the 2027 …

Murang’a Woman Representative Betty Maina has firmly rejected any suggestion that she intends to join former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), urging him to stop mentioning her in his political activities. In a Facebook post published on July 27, Maina dismissed speculation that she had fallen …

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended the opposition’s plan to safeguard votes during the 2027 General Election, arguing that the current security leadership cannot be relied upon to ensure a credible electoral process. His remarks came after Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen cautioned politicians against deploying groups to guard …