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NCIC delays peace charter signing after political parties reject the deal over lack of consultation

2027 Election

NCIC delays peace charter signing after political parties reject the deal over lack of consultation

The Political Decency, Peace and Accountability Charter was to be signed on Tuesday at the end of a two-day NCIC retreat aimed at developing measures to curb political violence, incitement and the use of goons ahead of Kenya’s 2027 general election.

By David Abonyo 16 Sep 2026

Kenyan diplomat Martin Kimani named UN assistant Secretary-General for Africa

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Kenyan diplomat Martin Kimani named UN assistant Secretary-General for Africa

Kimani takes up the position with 25 years of experience in international relations, peace and security and multilateral diplomacy, spanning government, regional organisations, the United Nations and the private sector

By Chrispho Owuor 15 Sep 2026

NCIC targets hate speech, ethnic tensions in 2027 election peace plan

2027 Election

NCIC targets hate speech, ethnic tensions in 2027 election peace plan

Speaking during the launch in Nairobi on Tuesday, the commission chairperson Kepha Omae said the commission would focus on early warning and early response, including identifying conflict hotspots, monitoring political and community tensions and strengthening mechanisms to resolve disputes before they turn violent.

By David Abonyo 25 Aug 2026

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi speaking on Saturday during the launch of Shirikiana SACCO at Masinde Muliro University in Kakamega County on June 13, 2026. PHOTO/OPCS

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Mudavadi urges youth to reject violence, embrace AI as he calls on Church to champion peace

Speaking during the opening of the 21st Plenary Assembly of the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) in Nairobi, Mudavadi challenged the Catholic Church to strengthen its peacebuilding role while encouraging young people to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and digital opportunities responsibly.

By David Abonyo 20 Jul 2026

Kindiki urges Kenyans to protect national unity amid Mt. Kenya political fallout

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Kindiki urges Kenyans to protect national unity amid Mt. Kenya political fallout

Speaking during the ACK Diocese of Embu's 36th Anniversary Thanksgiving Service at Kigari Teachers Training College in Embu County, Kindiki said the government's vision closely mirrors that of the Church, with both institutions working to foster peaceful coexistence, uphold moral values and improve the welfare of citizens.

By David Abonyo 19 Jul 2026

NCIC plans Huduma Centre reporting desks, situation rooms ahead of 2027 polls

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NCIC plans Huduma Centre reporting desks, situation rooms ahead of 2027 polls

As part of efforts to make its services more accessible, the commission is working with the Ministry of Public Service and Human Capital Development to establish reporting desks within Huduma Centres in all counties.

By Chrispho Owuor 2 Jul 2026

NCIC warns funding gaps threaten unity efforts ahead of 2027 polls

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NCIC warns funding gaps threaten unity efforts ahead of 2027 polls

Despite the latest increase, Omae maintained that predictable and sustained funding remains necessary to support civic education programmes, peace campaigns, hate speech monitoring and grassroots cohesion activities ahead of the next General Election.

By Chrispho Owuor 2 Jul 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Local administrators key in managing security and humanitarian response, says PS Opwora

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EXCLUSIVE: Local administrators key in managing security and humanitarian response, says PS Opwora

Principal Administrative Secretary Beverly Opwora urged Kenyans to share timely, accurate information with security officials to curb emerging threats. She said chiefs and local structures support early warning, disaster response and peacebuilding.

By David Abonyo 29 Apr 2026

Kenya rallies IGAD to put women and youth at the Heart of peacebuilding

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Kenya rallies IGAD to put women and youth at the Heart of peacebuilding

Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei said the Horn of Africa is facing a complex web of peace and security threats that cannot be addressed by traditional diplomacy alone.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 24 Jul 2025