April 23, 2026
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Duncan Mbui’s bribery allegations raise doubts over fairness of Mbeere North poll

Claims of voter bribery have taken centre stage in the Mbeere North by-election after Chama Cha Kazi candidate Duncan Mbui accused rival parties of using money and food to influence voters. His concerns came shortly after he cast his vote at Kiathambu Primary School in Evurore Ward, where he told journalists that the exercise was

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Omanga warns of total security breakdown as by-elections turn violent nationwide

Former nominated Senator Millicent Omanga has raised serious alarm over what she calls a complete breakdown of security during Thursday’s by-elections held across 22 electoral areas. She said the violence seen throughout the country was shocking and showed a worrying failure by security agencies. In her message posted on X on November 27, 2025, Omanga

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Malava by election erupts after Wamalwa vehicle is shot and burned

A tense day of voting turned chaotic after violence broke out in Malava and Kasipul, leaving residents frightened and bringing the by-election exercise to an abrupt standstill. The calm of the morning was interrupted when a vehicle linked to DAP-K Party leader Eugene Wamalwa was attacked in Malava, causing panic among locals who had been

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Moses Kuria sounds alarm as unmarked vehicles allegedly ferry goons to Mbeere North

Former Presidential Advisor Moses Kuria has raised serious concerns ahead of the Mbeere North by-election. He claims that hundreds of unmarked vehicles are bringing in groups of goons armed with crude weapons into the constituency. According to Kuria, these individuals are being transported to intimidate voters and disrupt the voting process. Kuria’s warning has drawn

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News

Meshack Ojwang urges court to halt trial until DIG Lagat is charged over son’s death

The petition by Meshack Ojwang presents a painful and detailed account of his struggle to seek justice for his son, Albert Omondi Ojwang. He explains that his intention is not to create tension but to ensure that the truth is heard and that accountability is upheld. “I am the biological father of the late Albert

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Police swift action leads to arrest of notorious burglars in Kisumu

Police in Kisumu Central Sub-County have arrested two suspected burglars who are believed to be behind a string of break-ins in the Milimani area. The arrests came after officers on routine patrol spotted the suspects loading what appeared to be stolen household items into a vehicle. When they tried to escape, police acted quickly and

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Two kilos of bhang seized at JKIA as drug smuggling tactics grow more sophisticated

Authorities are now dealing with yet another drug trafficking incident after two kilos of bhang were discovered at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. The recovery has added to growing concern about how criminal networks continue to use airports and commercial flights to move illegal substances despite increased security checks. The drugs had been

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Business

Kiharu MP challenges state of the nation claims on shilling, NSE and growth

Kenyans have been trying to understand the real state of the country’s economy, and the comments made by Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro have added a new layer to that discussion. He raised serious concerns about the figures President William Ruto has been using in his recent speeches, saying that the numbers do not

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Politics

Nyamira County Assembly votes out Governor Nyaribo amid claims of misconduct and abuse of office

Nyamira politics has taken a sharp turn after members of the County Assembly voted to remove Governor Amos Nyaribo from office. The development follows rising tension within the Assembly, where divisions over leadership and management issues have been growing for months. The impeachment marks a significant moment for the county, which has seen repeated efforts

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World Bank flags fiscal pressures that could slow Kenya’s economy

Kenya’s economic recovery is showing signs of strength, but serious challenges remain that could slow progress if not addressed. The World Bank for Africa has highlighted concerns over rising fiscal pressures, even as the country benefits from improved monetary conditions and a rebound in key sectors like construction. In its latest economic update, the Bank

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