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Gachagua breathes fire as he launches attacks on Ruto's government and its allies, including CS Kipchumba Murkomen, IG Kanja, DIG Lagat, and DCI Director Amin, during the opening of the new DCP Party headquarters in Kiambu County. #Gachagua

Njuri Ncheke Elders Crown Kindiki as Mt. Kenya Kingpin

On August 7, 2026, the Njuri Ncheke supreme council of Meru elders met with Kindiki at their sacred shrine in Nchiru, Meru County, formally endorsing him as the Mt. Kenya kingpin and declaring it Mt. Kenya West’s turn to back their son.

Crowds filled the roads and grounds, with elders marching in a striking procession captured in videos and photos shared by Kindiki himself.

While supporters hailed the endorsement as a key boost amid Kindiki’s unity efforts in the region, critics questioned its timing amid issues like closed hospitals and its true electoral weight. #Elections2027 #kindiki

TUM Students' Bus Overturns En Route to Former Leader's Funeral

Students from Technical University of Mombasa were traveling to Awasi for the funeral of Elvis Otieno, known as 'Beast,' a former student association president who died in July from an epileptic attack.

The bus crashed Friday on the Awasi-Ahero highway, rolling over and leaving it heavily damaged with shattered windows and a crushed front.

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir confirmed two deaths and multiple injuries, while social media reports suggested up to six fatalities; rescue teams rushed the injured to hospitals as officials work to confirm the toll.

Siaya Governor James Orengo mourned the loss, calling it a heartbreaking end to the students' journey of unity.

Kalonzo Musyoka Appoints New Wiper Patriotic Front Leaders

On August 7, Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka named Nyali MP Mohamed Ali, known as Jicho Pevu, as Deputy Party Leader Designate, lawyer Ndegwa Njiru as Spokesperson, and former Kigumo MP Jamleck Kamau as Chairman.

The announcements, shared via formal posts with the slogan 'Together we shall #KomboaKenya,' aim to build the party's structure after its rebrand from Wiper Democratic Movement.

These moves draw from diverse regions and backgrounds, blending celebration from supporters with questions about the team's potential to elevate the opposition ahead of the polls. #Elections2027 #Kalonzo

DCI Names Police Officer in Dr. Mutiso Shooting Probe

Kenya's Directorate of Criminal Investigations revealed at a Friday press briefing that Police Constable Elijah Kibelion Kimoi from Karinde Police Post fatally shot Dr. Mutiso, confirming his presence at the July 29 scene in Nairobi’s Upper Hill through forensic evidence.

The announcement followed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's public challenge to the DCI, where he accused them of a cover-up and named specific officers, including one from Kikuyu Police Station. Two police suspects were already under arrest, along with recovery of a pistol and motorcycle, amid probes into links with lawyer Kyalo Mbobu's killing.

The High Court in Malindi has ruled that Kenya's next General Election ought to be held in August 2026, not 2027.

The court based its decision on the Constitution, which says elections should be held on the second Tuesday in August in every fifth year.

According to the ruling, "every fifth year" means the election should take place during the fifth year after the last General Election, not after five full years have passed.

Since the last General Election was held on 9 August 2022, the court says the fifth year falls in August 2026, making that the correct election period.

The court also found that holding the election in August 2027 would not comply with this interpretation of the Constitution.

However, the court suspended the effect of its decision because organizing a nationwide election in August 2026 is no longer practical.

This means the ruling does not immediately change the current election timeline.

The decision is expected to be appealed, so higher courts could still determine whether Kenya's next General Election will be held in 2026 or 2027. #Elections2027

Kenyan Police Arrested for Killing Psychologist and Lawyer in Targeted Attacks

Kenyan detectives arrested the two officers after recovering the pistol and motorcycle used in the attacks, linked to a bitter divorce, defamation lawsuit, and property dispute.

Dr. Mutiso, a mental health researcher, died on July 29, 2026, in a planned taxi shooting, while Mbobu was killed in a drive-by on September 9, 2025, along Nairobi’s Magadi Road.

The breakthrough followed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's accusations that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations was shielding the suspects; the agency plans a formal update soon. Public reactions blend relief at the arrests with shock over police involvement in the crimes.

A new Bill has been proposed in Parliament that seeks to transfer accident investigations from NTSA to a new independent Kenya Transportation Safety Board.

If approved, NTSA will retain its enforcement and regulatory roles while the new agency investigates road, rail, air and maritime accidents. #NTSA #Nairobi

Kenya's government is looking for a firm to host sensitive State data on local cloud servers as it moves away from physical government servers.

If selected, the firm could host systems such as eCitizen, government databases, and other sensitive State information on approved local cloud infrastructure. #technology

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Kenya's government now plans to scrap university scholarships and replace them with 100% government-funded student loans under a proposed Bill.

If passed, graduates will repay the loans after securing employment, with deductions capped at 25% of their earnings.

Kenya Opposition Leaders Maneuver for 2027 Challenge to Ruto

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna signaled openness to a united front with his 'Team ni Moja Term ni Moja' post, as former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua tours rural areas pushing coalitions like a 'Hyena Coalition' with Justin Muturi.

Critics including Peter Munya label Gachagua's style dictatorial, while Kipchumba Murkomen accuses him of ethnic division, and voices like Lynn Ngugi advocate figures such as David Maraga and Okiya Omtatah for their principles.
The debate splits between Gachagua's mobilization energy and calls for issue-focused unity, setting the stage for how opposition challenges President Ruto.

Kenyan Users Call for G4S Boycott After State House Event
On August 6, 2026, President William Ruto hosted over 5,000 private security guards at State House, the first such event for a Kenyan president, with many attendees wearing G4S uniforms and chanting supporter slogans like 'Tutam.'

Social media users accused the firm of unprofessional political involvement, sharing pledges to stop using its courier services and switch to competitors.

While some defended the officers' personal attendance and noted a past similar event under former President Uhuru Kenyatta, G4S has not commented amid the ongoing calls to avoid its services.

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper Patriotic Front (WFP) leader Kalonzo Musyoka held a crisis meeting to resolve the internal wrangles rocking the ‘United’ Alternative Government.

At the heart of the internal fight is the feeling by a section of Principals of the Opposition that Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigahti Gachagua is overbearing and bullish following his calls on political parties to dissolve and join his party.

They also think he is an impediment to their chances of picking a presidential candidate. #kalonzo

The cost of cooking oil in Kenya has risen to an average of KSh358 per litre, marking another increase that is pushing household food budgets under greater strain.

The latest price jump has been linked to higher international palm oil prices, increasing the cost of importing edible oils into the country and driving up retail prices.

The increase brings cooking oil prices close to the highs witnessed during the 2022 food inflation crisis, adding fresh pressure on families already grappling with the rising cost of living.

Peter Munya Brands Gachagua a 'Bully', Deepening Opposition Rift

Cracks within the Opposition have continued to widen ahead of the 2027 General Election after Party of National Unity (PNU) leader Peter Munya launched a fresh attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of being a bully and warning against what he termed dictatorial leadership tendencies.

Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV on Wednesday night, Munya claimed Gachagua had developed a pattern of intimidating fellow leaders and using disrespectful language, saying such conduct was undermining efforts to build a united Opposition.

"Gachagua is a bully. You saw when he talked about the Governor of Murang’a, calling him 'kiherehere', and the governor was attacked by goons when he went to Ol Kalou. We think he needs to act more responsibly when dealing with leaders and all human beings. Use your language more courteously, and you'll go further than you have gone," Munya said.

The former Cabinet Secretary further urged Gachagua to exercise humility, saying respect was critical in building political alliances, particularly in the Mt Kenya region where different leaders commanded significant support. #Gachagua #Elections2027

Experts Explain Why Nairobi Is Experiencing Extreme Cold This August

Nairobi residents should brace for several more days of chilly weather after a weather expert linked the biting cold currently being experienced across the city to increased cloud cover caused by a Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) wave over Equatorial Africa and the Indian Ocean.

Weather analyst Maithya wa Vilivū explained that the atmospheric phenomenon is reinforcing cold conditions across the highlands east and west of the Rift Valley, including the Nairobi Metropolitan Area and parts of the South Eastern region.

"This week, increased cloudiness due to the recent Madden-Julian Oscillation wave across Equatorial Africa and the Indian Ocean will reinforce chilly weather over the highlands east and west of the Rift, including the Nairobi Metro Area," the expert explained.

The Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) is a large-scale weather pattern that moves slowly eastwards around the tropics every 30 to 60 days, influencing cloud formation, rainfall and wind patterns.

Why Nairobi Senator and presidential aspirant EDWIN SIFUNA wants police allowed to vote during elections.

Nairobi Senator and presidential aspirant Edwin Sifuna has called for urgent measures to guarantee police and other security officers deployed during elections can exercise their constitutional right to vote.

Addressing the Senate on Wednesday, August 5, Sifuna sought a statement from the Standing Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights and Foreign Relations on the plight of officers who miss out on voting because they are stationed away from their registered polling stations.

He stressed that Article 38 of the Constitution guarantees every Kenyan citizen the right to vote by secret ballot, yet thousands of officers are effectively disenfranchised during polls.

Sifuna argued that advances in electoral technology and existing voting arrangements for Kenyans abroad prove that mechanisms can be developed to allow serving officers to cast ballots without disrupting security operations.

He asked the committee to outline legal, policy and administrative steps being pursued by the State Law Office in collaboration with the Independent Electoral and
Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

He also demanded assurances that any system would protect ballot secrecy and shield officers from intimidation or influence by their command structures.

The senator further pressed for clarity on logistical support, including transport
and time off duty, to ensure officers can vote while maintaining election security.

He insisted that no Kenyan should be denied participation in democracy because of national service responsibilities. #Elections2027

Kenya lost its position as Africa's top startup funding destination after startups raised Sh16 billion in the first half of 2026.

Egypt led with Sh42 billion, followed by Nigeria with Sh33 billion.

NTSA has been collecting instant traffic fines through its automated speed camera system despite the High Court previously suspending it over due process concerns.

Motorists now say there are no clear warning signs and no fair way to challenge the penalties.

The only nonuplets (9 babies) to survive birth were born in 2021 in Morocco to parents from Mali. They are all healthy and thriving. They were reportedly naturally conceived and born in Morocco instead of Mali due to better chance of survival in Morocco.

A Ugandan military officer's unusual uniform has sparked mixed reactions on social media.

In a viral clip seen by TNX Africa, the officer is seen wearing a brown military uniform, a camouflage helmet fitted with a torch, a bulletproof vest, boots and gloves.

He was also carrying an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, a hammer, a measuring tape, pliers and several screwdrivers, drawing widespread attention for the unusual mix of military and hardware equipment as he walked along a public street.

" They want to release quarter of our money, how can we have Quarter arrears?"- Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) has issued a nationwide strike threat following a press conference in Nairobi.

The union is protesting severe delays in the 2025–2029 CBA negotiations and a controversial new PSC directive reducing the retirement age for professors from 74 to 70.

UASU warns the retirement policy could wipe out up to 70% of the University of Nairobi's academic staff within five years, causing an institutional collapse. Alongside KUSU, the union demands immediate, full payment of all pending 2017–2025 CBA arrears and an end to part-time lecturer hiring.

Public universities face an imminent nationwide learning paralysis if the government fails to address these grievances.

Aliko Dangote is set to start construction of a Sh2.2 trillion oil refinery in Lamu before the end of 2026.

The proposed 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery is expected to complement the LAPSSET Corridor and Lamu Port.

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FATAL Road Rage: On August 2, 2026, a 30-year-old Kenyan man, Kennedy Kibet Ng'eno was travelling with his family and friends from Kericho County.
A taxi driver hit their car from behind near the Nyayo National Stadium along Mombasa Road in Nairobi. The assailant, Emmanuel Githua, became aggressive, smashed their windscreen, and confronted them.
During the heated argument, the taxi driver retrieved a knife from his vehicle, fatally stabbed Ng'eno, injured another individual, and fled the scene.
Ng'eno was rushed to Mbagathi Hospital and later transferred to Kenyatta National Hospital, where he was tragically pronounced dead.😭
An autopsy conducted at Kenyatta National Hospital confirmed that Kennedy Kibet Ng'eno died from a fatal injury to the chest. Official reports identified the cause of death as a chest injury sustained during the altercation. The other individual present during the confrontation also sustained non-fatal injuries but survived.
Police flagged the suspect’s vehicle registration (KDD 428B) and retrieved his driver profiling data from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) system to track his movements.
Following a manhunt launched that same day, Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) homicide investigators today, August 4, 2026, successfully tracked down and arrested the prime suspect, an online taxi driver named Emmanuel Githua.
Emmanuel Githua will be presented before the Makadara Law Courts in Nairobi tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

We thought it would end with Albert Ojwang, or Julia Njoki. Muthaiga police arrested Eric Otieno on Saturday and on Tuesday he was dead.

Another life lost in police custody. Another family left with questions. Another silence where there should be accountability.

The death of a boda boda rider from Mathare after detention at Muthaiga Police Station is not an isolated tragedy, it echoes the unresolved shadow of Albert Ojwang’s death. How many more names must we turn into hashtags before we confront the truth?

Police cells must never become waiting rooms for death. They are spaces of lawful custody, not unrecorded endings. When the State takes a citizen into its hands, it assumes a duty of care, not a license for cruelty, neglect or disappearance.

This is how impunity becomes culture, not in loud moments, but in repeated silence. And we must refuse to normalise it. It also strikes at the heart of the rule of law, undermining the constitutional guarantee under Article 50 that every person is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Justice must not be begged for. It must be demanded, enforced, and seen.

REVEALED! Senior Security Chief Decline To Authorize Proposed Arrest Of H.E Rigathi Gachagua

A few days ago, the proposed arrest of the legitimate Deputy President, H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, was tabled for deliberation at the high table of the country’s principal security organs.

CS Kipchumba Murkomen fronted the push for his arrest and was said to have made frantic calls to operationalize the directive. According to the brief, H.E. Gachagua was slated for apprehension on Sunday evening under a planned security operation.

However, senior security principals from various formations within the national security architecture outside the National Police Service ,who constitute the decision-making organ on matters of state security declined to grant authorization for the arrest. The non-concurrence from the principals effectively placed the operation on hold and denied the requisite operational clearance.

President William Ruto was reported to be non-committal on the matter and was reserved in commenting on it. In light of the lack of consensus among the security principals, the deliberations on the arrest were deferred and rescheduled to a subsequent sitting.

Could this be the reason why Hon. Oscar Sudi was engaged in public pronouncements the entire day yesterday, calling for the arrest, seemingly unaware that the designated security decision makers had not issued the requisite authorization?

The man seated in front of Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo is Mr. Opiyo, a son of Yokia Village in Mfangano Island.
He was once married to Millie before life took them down different paths, and she later found love with Mabona.
For Opiyo, however, the years that followed were marked by immense pain. He reportedly suffered a severe mental breakdown after battling deep depression, a heartbreaking reminder that while some people move on and rebuild, others silently carry burdens that few ever see. Sometimes the deepest battles are fought behind closed doors, and a little compassion can go a long way.

There was a rare scene in Tanzania this week during a local football match. Each team brought its own witch doctor. The game ended in a draw and went into a penalty shootout. Neither team won until they had to go through two rounds of penalties before they finally got a winner!

Kenya has held fresh talks with the World Bank and KeNHA on the proposed Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway, focusing on technical studies and project planning.

The government plans to expand the existing 461km highway into a four-lane, access-controlled toll road under a PPP model.

The average price of a car in Kenya has gone up 72% in the past two years, driven by higher import costs and KRA's new vehicle valuation schedule.

For example, a Toyota Vitz (1300cc) now costs about Sh1.5 million, up from Sh1.3 million.

Rising import duties, higher KRA valuation schedules on Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP), and strict 8-year age limits has driven the sharp rise.

NCIC Summons Duale, Gachagua, Ruku and Kaguchia Over Alleged Hate Speech

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Health CS Aden Duale, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku, and Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia to record statements over alleged hate speech.

NCIC says the four leaders are expected to begin appearing before the Commission next week.
The Commission also confirmed that Gachagua's file has already been forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) after investigations.

The Commission warned that its summonses carry the force of law and that failure to appear could result in warrants of arrest being issued. #Elections2027 #Gachagua

Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata has been ranked Kenya's best-performing governor in the latest Infotrak survey, earning an approval rating of 80 percent.

Kang'ata is followed by Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, who scored 76 percent, while Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi came third with a 71 percent approval rating.

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr., and Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wesley Rotich are tied for fourth place, each posting a 68 percent approval rating. #Elections2027 #Kangata

Boda Boda Rider Eric Otieno Dies After Police Station Beating in Kenya

Arrested Saturday night on a vague charge of preparing to commit a felony and detained at Muthaiga Police station, Otieno was released around 11 p.m Sunday in severe pain from stomach beatings, as he told his brother Emmanuel Sakis.

Rushed to Mama Margaret Uhuru Hospital, he was declared dead on arrival, with a post-mortem confirming trauma marks.

Youths stormed the station demanding answers, drawing parallels to last year's custody death of blogger Albert Ojwang, as activists call for an independent probe into this pattern of brutality.

PNU, Muturi's DP Party Reject Gachagua's DCP Merger Proposal

The Party of National Unity (PNU), Democratic Party (DP) and Democratic Empowerment Party (DEP) have dismissed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's proposal to dissolve their parties and join the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), exposing what some say are fresh cracks in efforts to unite Mt Kenya under a single political outfit ahead of the 2027 General Election.

PNU leader Peter Munya, DP leader Justin Muturi and DEP leader Lenny Kivuti instead called on Gachagua to abandon what they termed divisive pronouncements and pursue dialogue, insisting that political alliances should be built through consensus rather than directives.

Munya maintained that Gachagua had no mandate to speak on behalf of all leaders or political parties in the region, stating, "Gachagua has not been appointed or mandated to speak on behalf of all the people or all parties in the Mt Kenya region." #Elections2027

The Linda Mwananchi leadership team has stormed the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties in Nairobi.

MPs Babu Owino, Edwin Sifuna, and spokesperson Caroli Omondi confronted Registrar John Cox Lorionokou after the state rejected their application to reserve the name "Linda Mwananchi Party of Kenya".

Following the tense meeting, the movement announced that the Registrar has agreed to officially reconsider the rejection.

The political faction, which consists of prominent leaders breaking away from ODM, is fighting to secure the name as they transition into a major third-force political party. #Elections2027

In Njenga Karume's memoir, 'Beyond Expectations : From Charcoal To Gold' the ex Kiambaa MP narrates how he at one time hosted a party in his home and since Charles Mugane Njonjo, the then Attorney General, was one of the dignitaries invited, he went ahead and imported his brand of beer from Germany.

In his characteristic flamboyance, Njonjo came with his beer mug as he couldn't use the ordinary cutlery every Tom, Dick and Harry were served in.

When the party ended and he went back to the city, he noticed that his beer mug was missing.

Being an AG with absolute power, he called the then Central Provincial Commissioner David Musila and gave instructions that the operation to recover his priced mug should commence immediately

The PC in turn called the DC who in turn called the DO who mobilised the chiefs and soon the entire village was looking for Njonjo's lost mug under the supervision of the PC.

Luckily the mug was found and driven in the PC's Land Rover to Njonjo's office at Sheria House making it the most sought mug in the history of Kenya.

Airtel Money has launched Bizna Wallet, a new SME payment service with zero merchant fees and free Till and PayBill transactions below Sh1,500, ramping up competition with Safaricom's Pochi la Biashara.

The move comes days after Safaricom cut some M-PESA business payment fees. #technology

EACC is seeking to recover Sh220.4 million from former Sports PS Peter Kaberia, ex-FKF boss Nick Mwendwa and three others over alleged procurement irregularities in a Sh995 million stadium tender for the 2018 CHAN tournament.

Kenya has secured Sh10.4 billion from the Beginnings Fund to help reduce maternal and newborn deaths.

The funding will support 21 counties and benefit about 6 million women and newborns by 2030.

Beginnings Funds is a joint global initiative funded by big philanthropic donors the likes of Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), and the UAE government.

Police seize 4,100 litres of illicit brew in Kasarani during a targeted raid

Officers from Kahawa West Police Station, working jointly with National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs), conducted a targeted crackdown on illicit alcohol and narcotic drugs in the Soweto area of Kasarani Sub-County.

The intelligence-led operation, carried out on Friday, July 31, resulted in the recovery of 4,000 litres of Kangara, 100 litres of Chang'aa, as well as several brewing apparatuses and distillation equipment used in the production of the illegal brews.

The seized items have been secured as investigations continue, with authorities expected to pursue those involved in the illicit brewing business.

The National Police Service (NPS) reiterated its commitment to combating the production and distribution of dangerous, unregulated alcoholic drinks and narcotic substances, noting that such activities pose a serious threat to public health and safety.

Police have also urged members of the public to continue cooperating with law enforcement agencies by reporting suspected criminal activities and illegal brewing operations at their nearest police station. #Nairobi