The County Diary

Former VP Kalonzo Musyoka hosts Rigathi Gachagua and Eugene Wamalwa for consultative talks on opposition unity and 2027 strategy. By Maximilla Wafula, Sub-Editor August 4, 2026 NAIROBI, KENYA - Wiper Patriotic Front and Azimio la Umoja Coalition leader Kalonzo Musyoka on Tuesday hosted Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua and Democratic Action Party–Kenya (DAP-K) chief Eugene Wamalwa for high-level consultative talks in Nairobi, signaling an accelerated push to consolidate opposition forces ahead of the 2027 General Election. The consultative meeting comes barely twenty-four hours after the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party’s Joint Council and National Executive Committee (NEC) officially conferred a mandate upon Kalonzo to spearhead unity initiatives and expand the coalition's umbrella. Speaking following the closed-door session, Kalonzo noted that the talks form a critical component of his ongoing engagements with like-minded political f...

By Maximilla Wafula Sub-Editor, The County Diary NAIROBI, Kenya - The Health Union Caucus held an urgent press briefing today at Upper hill Gardens Apartments on 3rd Avenue, Ngong Road, addressing the ongoing nationwide strike that has crippled public health facilities across Kenya. Addressing the media behind a wall of microphones from major news outlets including KTN and Hope TV union officials underscored that industrial action remains active and will continue until county governments and statutory authorities meet their core labor demands. The briefing highlighted growing frustration over the non-implementation of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), delayed absorption of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and Global Fund staff into permanent and pensionable terms, and unfulfilled return-to-work commitments. Speaking on behalf of the caucus, the primary spokesperson emphasized that the decision to maintain the strike was taken after administrative avenues failed to prod...

By Maximilla Wafula, The COUNTY DAIRY Sub - Editor    EMBU, Kenya - Wiper Patriotic Front and Azimio la Umoja Party Leader H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka attended Sunday service today at the ACK St. Paul’s Cathedral in Embu County, joining congregants for worship alongside a high-powered delegation of national and local leaders. The opposition leader was accompanied by Manyatta MP Hon. Gitonga Mukunji, Senators Lenny Kivuti and Agnes Kavindu, and Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi. The entourage also featured Embakasi South MP Hon. Julius Mawathe, Makueni County Assembly Speaker Douglas Mbilu, former Cabinet Secretary Cleopa Mailu, and former Principal Secretary Cyrus Njiru. Also present to show solidarity were Wiper Patriotic Front National Executive Council (NEC) members, including Advocate Ndegwa Njiru and Kamau Mbiu, alongside WPF Deputy Organising Secretary Muriuki Ndwiga. A large contingent of Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) from various parts of the country and other...

By Maximilla Wafula The afternoon sun blazed over Imaroro Ward in Kajiado County, casting a golden glow over a sea of eager faces. It was a defining moment as the county’s youth gathered for the historic Kajiado Youth Declaration event, officially endorsing Wiper Patriotic Front and Azimio la Umoja leader H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka for the presidency. Taking to the podium, Kalonzo addressed the roaring crowd, tackling critical national issues head-on. He accused the current administration of misleading locals over the management of Amboseli National Park and marginalizing a region that heavily drives Kenya’s economy. With a firm stance on governance, he warned against any attempts to block the live streaming of election results, calling it a direct threat to democratic transparency. He also dismissed the proposed "Vision 2060" as empty rhetoric, contrasting it with the unmet promises of the previous Hustler agenda. Highlighting his over four decades of clean public service, Kalonzo...

 Makueni youth leaders address the press at Sportsview Hotel, demanding accountability, economic opportunities, and structured engagement from elected officials By Maximilla Wafula MAKUENI, KENYA - Uniting under the authority of the Constitution of Kenya, young leaders from across Makueni County issued a powerful joint press statement declaring an end to the era of tokenism and political exploitation. Representing all six constituencies Kibwezi East, Kibwezi West, Kaiti, Makueni, Kilome, and Mbooni the youth collective announced a firm shift toward a politics defined by measurable results. Addressing members of the press and elected officials, the group acknowledged existing county initiatives like Ujuzi Teketeke , sports programs, and internships, but insisted that goodwill alone cannot resolve widespread youth unemployment. They challenged leaders to demonstrate the tangible, long-term impact of these projects rather than relying on launches, speeches, and photo opportunitie...

Wiper leader H.E. Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka speaks during the celebration and book launch of Bishop Titus Masika in Yatta. By Maximilla Wafula  NAIROBI, KENYA - Wiper Patriotic Front and Azimio la Umoja Party Leader, H.E. Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, embarks on a two-day high-profile tour of Machakos and Kajiado counties, anchoring a series of civic and grassroots empowerment initiatives. The opposition chief's itinerary begins this afternoon in Yatta, Machakos County, where he will celebrate the life and legacy of Bishop Titus Masika and Agnes Masika. The gathering will culminate in the official launch of Bishop Masika’s new book, Church Empowerment for Community Engagement , a publication highlighting the pivotal role of faith-based institutions in driving local development. Dr. Kalonzo will be joined by prominent regional leaders, including Makueni Governor H.E. Mutula Kilonzo Junior, Machakos Senator Hon. Agnes Kavindu, Makueni Woman Representative Hon. Rose Museo, and Kaiti...