The County Diary

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka comforts grieving family members during the burial of late constitutional reformer Hon. Zein Abubakar in Nairobi. By Maximilla Wafula  NAIROBI, KENYA - A profound sense of loss swept through the nation's political and reform circles today as opposition leaders, civil society pioneers, and distraught family members gathered at the Lang’ata Muslim Cemetery to lay to rest one of Kenya’s finest constitutional minds, Hon. Zein Abubakar. The solemn Janazah (funeral prayers) and subsequent burial drew a heavyweight delegation from the United Alternative Government. The leaders were led by Wiper Democratic Movement leader H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka and DAP-K leader Hon. Eugene Wamalwa, alongside former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga and prominent Islamic spiritual leaders who gathered to pay their final respects. Hon. Zein Abubakar, a revered political scientist and selfless public servant, leaves behind a towering legacy etched into the bedrock of Kenya’s modern d...

  RTI leadership and distinguished guests celebrate the 62nd Open Graduation Ceremony in Nairobi, Kenya, honoring academic excellence and railway heritage. By Maximilla Wafula  NAIROBI, KENYA - Behind every mile of newly laid track, modernized commuter train, and revamped maritime port lies a critical ingredient that steel and concrete alone cannot provide: human talent. Today, the Railway Training Institute (RTI) underscored its role as the quiet powerhouse driving East Africa's transit revolution. At its 62nd Open Graduation Ceremony, the institute unleashed 1,135 highly skilled professionals into the market a massive injection of human capital precisely when the region’s transport and logistics sectors need it most. The vibrant ceremony wasn't just a celebration of individual academic success; it marked a deep alignment between Kenya's past and its future. The event coincided with two historic milestones: 70 years of academic excellence for RTI since 1956, and 130 y...

CS Ruku presides over the graduation of 483 ACCs with a Diploma in Public Administration from the Kenya School of Government. By Elizabeth Amayia  NAIROBI, Kenya - As the Kenya School of Government (KSG) rolls out the red carpet to celebrate a monumental 100 years of existence, the conversation is rapidly shifting from its historic past in Nairobi to its future in Kenya’s 47 counties. For a century, the premier institution at Lower Kabete has been the traditional grooming ground for national bureaucrats. However, speaking during the centenary celebrations on Monday, Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku signaled a deliberate pivot toward grassroots governance, challenging public servants to anchor the next century in absolute accountability and local transformation. For county governments, the most significant milestone isn't just the school's age, but its aggressive expansion into the regions. CS Ruku revealed that KSG has officially extended its footprint into...

Azimio leader Kalonzo Musyoka joins family and local leaders during his first cousin's burial ceremony in Kitu By Maximilla Wafula  KITUI, KENYA - Wiper Patriotic Front and Azimio la Umoja Coalition Leader, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, today attended the burial of his first cousin, the late Esther Nzasu Muisyo, in Kitui County. The opposition leader joined family members, friends, and local residents to pay their final respects in an emotional send-off. He was accompanied by a delegation of prominent leaders, including Kitui Senator Enoch Kiio Wambua, Kitui County Women Representative Hon. Dr. Irene Kasalu, and Mwingi West Member of Parliament Hon. Eng. Paul Nzengu. Addressing mourners, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka pivoted to critical national concerns, sharply criticizing the government's controversial plan to offload its 15% stake in Safaricom PLC. Kalonzo vehemently termed the telecommunications giant a strategic national asset, emphasizing its irreplaceable role in Kenya’s economic s...

  Embakasi East MP Babu Owino Joyfully Receives His Award Certificate As Kenya's Top-Performing Lawmaker From Infotrak. By Maximilla Wafula  Embakasi East Member of Parliament, Hon. Babu Owino Paul, has emerged as the top-performing lawmaker in Kenya, according to the latest 2026 Infotrak Elected Leaders Performance Rating. The extensive survey, which evaluated elected leaders across all 47 counties, 290 constituencies, and 1,450 wards, utilized a 1–10 Likert scale to gather citizen perceptions on leadership delivery. Babu Owino clinched the highest position nationwide among Members of Parliament, scoring an impressive 80%. Following closely behind the Embakasi East legislator is Kabuchai MP, Hon. Joseph Simiyu Kalasinga, who secured the second position nationally with 78%. Taveta MP Hon. John Okano Bwire and Kiharu MP Hon. Samson Ndindi Nyoro tied for third place, each posting a commendable score of 76%. The survey highlights that a leader's scorecard is heavily influenced ...

By  Maximilla Wafula NAIROBI, KENYA - In a highly anticipated court session today, controversial activist Ezekiel Kyama, popularly known as "Mr. Speaker Sir," was granted freedom, albeit temporarily. The case, which centered on his alleged participation in the notorious 2024 Parliament Invasion, saw human rights lawyer and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino lead the defense team. Representing the accused, Owino aggressively argued for Kyama's release, emphasizing his constitutional right to bail. The defense successfully persuaded the court, and Kyama was subsequently released on a cash bail of KSh 100,000. The news of Kyama's release was met with jubilation by his supporters outside the court premises. Kyama, known for his vocal activism and unconventional protests, has become a prominent figure in recent political discussions. The charges related to the Parliament invasion stem from the dramatic events that unfolded during the 2024 protest. Kyama, a self-declared ad...