Addressing supporters after he was declared the winner, the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) candidate first thanked God, saying the journey to Parliament had only been possible through divine favour despite the obstacles he encountered.
Maureen KinyanjuiSince the 2022 General Election, UDA had successfully defended or captured several seats through by-elections, while opposition parties repeatedly fell short despite mounting spirited campaigns.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe wide margin handed DCP its first parliamentary seat since the party was formed and dealt President William Ruto's UDA a major political blow in a contest widely viewed as a key test of political support in the Mt Kenya region ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Maureen KinyanjuiIPOA is the civilian body mandated to oversee the National Police Service. It investigates complaints against police officers, keeps watch over police operations and promotes accountability within the service.
Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the provisional results received from at least 96 of the 114 polling stations, Waweru had garnered more than 10,000 votes against Muchina’s about 2,000.
Maureen KinyanjuiWithout fear, they celebrated while holding a banner reading "Las Malvinas son Argentinas", which translates as "The Falklands are Argentine," and now risk a fine that was imposed to them back in 2014, when the Argentine Football Association was fined £20,000 after its players held up a banner with the same message before a friendly against Slovenia.
Shadrack AndengaFormer England goalkeeper Paul Robinson, who was on commentary duty for BBC Radio 5 Live during the match, criticised Barco's conduct after the final whistle, describing his actions as "probably the worst example of sportsmanship we've seen at this World Cup".
Shadrack AndengaThe electoral body said it was working with security agencies to identify those behind the incidents and ensure the affected areas remain calm.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe Starlets left the country for Miramas, France, on Wednesday, where they will hold a short training camp before travelling to Morocco on July 23 ahead of the tournament, which runs from July 25 to August 16.
Shadrack AndengaThe media regulator said the incidents were meant to intimidate journalists who were carrying out their professional duties and create fear among media workers covering electoral activities.
Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking exclusively to Radio Generation during the team's final training session at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, Barasa admitted KPC remain one of the strongest teams in the country and across the continent but said Kenya Prisons are determined to reclaim the title they last lifted in 2021.
Shadrack AndengaSpeaking in Trans Nzoia County after addressing the County Assembly and presiding over the official opening of the Wellness and Committee Services Centre, the CS said the government would not allow election-related violence to go unpunished.
Maureen KinyanjuiOOsotsi faulted the Senate Speaker for announcing the changes despite what he described as procedural flaws and argued that Azimio coalition principals should have been consulted before any leadership changes were effected.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe exercise is now taking place at polling stations across the constituency under the watch of candidates' agents, accredited observers and the media before results are forwarded for constituency tallying.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement issued on Thursday, Muturi urged IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon and law enforcement agencies to immediately investigate allegations that voters had received cash through mobile money platforms in what he described as possible electoral bribery.
David AbonyoIn a notice issued on Thursday, SHA said the new guidelines are intended to standardise claims processing while ensuring eligible children continue accessing healthcare services without unnecessary interruptions.
David AbonyoSpeaking during Justice Gatembu's installation as President of the Court of Appeal on Thursday, Koome said the judiciary had made significant strides in expanding access to appellate justice but warned that the growing backlog of cases remained one of its biggest challenges.
David AbonyoIEBC said the vote counting process would begin immediately after polling closed at 5 pm, with presiding officers opening ballot boxes and counting votes at polling stations in full view of agents, observers and the media.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe DCP Deputy Party leader also declared that the party was confident of victory, saying its candidate, Sammy Kamau Ngotho, had won the race despite the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) yet to release any official results.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe Nairobi Senator also wished Eddy Oketch well in his new role, recalling their previous interactions in the House with a light-hearted remark that drew attention to one of the Deputy Whip's key responsibilities.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe DCP leader called on the Inspector General of Police to act immediately, urged election observers and the media to closely monitor the exercise, and warned against any attempts to undermine the integrity of the poll
Chrispho OwuorThe violence, which unfolded during the final hours of polling, came amid heightened political tensions and followed allegations by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that there were attempts to interfere with the electoral process
Chrispho OwuorThe proposal is aimed at formalising long-term cooperation between Kenya and the philanthropic organisation while supporting the expansion of its regional operations from Nairobi.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe move is intended to strengthen accountability, speed up the processing of attestation requests, improve access for practitioners and patients, and advance its broader digital transformation agenda aimed at delivering transparent, reliable and efficient regulatory services
Chrispho Owuor