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United Alternative coalition to field single candidate for Ol Kalou by-election
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is set to conduct the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election on July 16, 2026.
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Sifuna's rising star puts Western Kenya's veterans on the defensive
The slogan "Mimi ndiye Sifuna" has become particularly popular among young people, especially Gen Z voters, helping boost his profile beyond his traditional support base.
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IEBC sets June 30 deadline for media, observer accreditation in Ol Kalou poll
IEBC also clarified that it will not offer financial support to observers or media practitioners during the electoral process, stating that it "does not pay election observers and media practitioners."
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DCP alleges Mount Kenya under siege as it opposes planned Ebola facility
Senator Methu also accused the government of deliberately isolating communities in the Mount Kenya region and warned against what he described as efforts to divide Kenyans along ethnic lines.
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Safina leader challenges “one-term” debate, demands action plans for Kenyans
The Safina Party leader said Kenya’s political scene has long been shaped by catchy slogans that do not always translate into better living conditions, citing the 2022 election as an example of competing narrat...
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Ngunjiri blasts Jubilee leadership, warns party could lose Ol Kalou seat
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has set July 16, 2026, as the date for the by-election, setting the stage for a contest involving Jubilee, the ruling UDA party and the Democracy for the Citi...
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ODM drops Linda Ground slogan as internal rivalry deepens
Linda Ground had been led by a team that included ODM Deputy Party Leader Oburu Oginga, Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir, Kisii Governor Simba Arati, Wanga and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed...
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Gachagua challenges State over Wajir development as Madaraka Day is marked in county
Gachagua accused some leaders from the region of failing their constituents and instead supporting empty political promises. He insisted that leaders must explain the continued lack of essential services.
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Bob Njagi declares presidential bid, seeks to lead Independent candidates movement
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Njagi said he is building a broad coalition of independent aspirants aimed at challenging party dominance in Kenyan politics, including plans to field candidates for Parl...
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Nyong’o calls for unity, dialogue as political activity builds ahead of 2027
Speaking during ODM Party rally in Kisumu on Sunday, Nyong’o said meetings between leaders and citizens should focus on listening and exchange of ideas, noting that “your information, your ideas are important a...
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Waiganjo dumps Gachagua's DCP after disputed Ol Kalou nominations
The Ol Kalou parliamentary seat fell vacant following the death of area MP David Njuguna Kiaraho, who died on March 29 while undergoing specialised treatment at The Nairobi Hospital.
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Ruto says Kenya stable ahead of 2027 election, rules out violence
Ruto dismissed fears of instability, insisting that Kenya is strong enough to manage political competition without falling into division or violence.