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...

A united team of Kenyan leaders rallies together under the banner of "One Team, One Term" at a press conference. By Maximilla Wafula  NAIROBI, KENYA - Wiper Patriotic Front and Azimio la Umoja Party Leader H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka hosted key opposition leaders and members of the Linda Mwananchi team for a high-profile consultative meeting aimed at solidifying the unity of the Opposition ahead of the next General Election. The high-powered delegation included Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, Bumula MP Jack Wamboka, Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua, Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo, Mavoko MP Patrick Makau, Kaiti MP Joshua Kimilu, Wundanyi MP Danson Mwashako, and former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko, alongside other senior Wiper Party officials. Speaking during the briefing, the leaders collectively reaffirmed their unwavering solidarity, emphasizing their shared mandate to defend the Constitution, protect democracy, and offer Kenyans a robust, credible, and trans...

By Elizabeth Amayiah The bustling atmosphere at Nairobi’s Hustler Plaza carried a heavy, uncharacteristic weight. Inside the headquarters of the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), party leadership gathered not to celebrate, but to dissect a crushing political reality. Following a historic landslide defeat in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar took to the podium to officially concede to the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), whose candidate, Sammy Kamau Ngotho, swept the polls? UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar Yet, while the numbers spoke of a definitive loss, Omar’s tone was anything but defeated. "We concede the Ol Kalou seat," Omar announced to a room packed with journalists, "but let it be known that UDA will continue to field candidates in every corner of this country, regardless of any political headwinds." The press briefing quickly shifted from a concession to a fierce counter-offensive. Omar directed...

  United Alternative Government principals led by Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, and JB Muturi address the press in Nairobi on political violence. By Maximilla Wafula  The United Alternative Government (UAG) has strongly condemned a rising wave of political violence in Kenya, warning that growing political intolerance threatens to dismantle the country’s hard-won democratic gains. Speaking to the media in Nairobi on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, the opposition alliance principals raised an alarm over a series of violent disruptions targeting political and public gatherings. Led by H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, Hon. JB Muturi, and Hon. Martha Karua, the leaders specifically highlighted recent chaotic incidents in Kisumu and Nyahururu. The coalition termed these targeted attacks a direct assault on the rule of law, democracy, and national cohesion. They demanded immediate, independent, and transparent investigations to hold the planners and perpetrators accountable, emphasizing that all Ken...

United Alternative Government principals led by Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, and JB Muturi address the press in Nairobi on political violence. By Maximilla Wafula  The United Alternative Government (UAG) has strongly condemned a rising wave of political violence in Kenya, warning that growing political intolerance threatens to dismantle the country’s hard-won democratic gains. Speaking to the media in Nairobi on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, UAG principals H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, Hon. JB Muturi, and Hon. Martha Karua raised an alarm over a series of violent disruptions targeting political and public gatherings. The opposition leaders specifically highlighted recent weekend clashes in Kisumu and Nyahururu . The Kisumu confrontation reportedly unfolded around a church service attended by opposition figures, while Nyahururu saw chaotic scenes that left property destroyed. The alliance termed these attacks a direct assault on the rule of law and national cohesion, demanding immediate, ind...

Ticket Fraud Loophole Closed: Six in Court Over Fake SGR Booking Syndicate - suspects stand in the dock  By Maximilla Wafula The track has finally run out for an online syndicate accused of running a high-tech ticketing scam. On Tuesday, six suspects linked to a fake Madaraka Express ticket booking fraud were arraigned before Chief Magistrate Stella Atambo at the Kibera Law Courts. The court ordered that the suspects Evarest Obwoya Omaywa, Kelvin Kibet (alias Festus Kibet), John Omayo Obwocha (alias Collins), George Kibet, Brian Cheruiyot, and Brian Onwonga remain in custody at the Muthaiga Police Station pending further directions. The case was adjourned to Thursday, July 16, 2026, to address a crucial legal hurdle after one of the suspects claimed to be under18 years old. An age assessment has been ordered, and if confirmed to be a minor, the state will step in to provide legal representation. This legal action follows an intense investigation led by Chief Inspector Nickso...

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...

By  Maximilla Wafula  LIMURU, KENYA - In a stinging indictment of the country’s current political and socio-economic climate, the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has issued a powerful pastoral letter, signaling a definitive breaking point with state-sanctioned impunity. Titled "Arise, Awake, For Your Time Has Come," the statement- released after a two-day Executive Committee meeting in Limuru on June 25, 2026- serves as a stern wake-up call ahead of the 2027 General Election. The church painted a grim picture of a nation gripped by a profound moral and governance crisis. Chief among its concerns is the "immoral and diabolical" weaponization of unemployed youth by politicians to disrupt public spaces, including shocking recent invasions of sanctuaries like the All Saints Cathedral. In a direct challenge, the NCCK warned the Inspector General of Police that he would be held personally accountable if security agencies continue to collude with hired go...

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino engages in an intense evening discussion with police officers at Central Police Station. By Maximilla Wafula  NAIROBI, Kenya - Embakasi East Member of Parliament and Nairobi Gubernatorial hopeful Babu Owino this evening stormed the Nairobi Central Police Station, demanding the immediate release of dozens of youths arrested during day-long street demonstrations. The protests, organized by Gen Z activists and civil society groups, were held to commemorate the second anniversary of the historic June 25, 2024, anti-government uprising. True to his pre-demonstration pledge, the vocal lawmaker arrived at the station as dusk fell, accompanied by a team of legal minds to offer free legal aid and secure the freedom of those caught up in the law enforcement sweep. Hours before the memorial processions kicked off across the Central Business District (CBD), Babu Owino had released a stern video statement warning the state against high-handedness and profiling of y...

𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐎𝐋𝐕𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐔𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐘 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐋𝐘 𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐑𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐂   𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬. 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟏𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. The National Assembly's Departmental Committee on Delegated Funds Accounts (DFAC) has urged the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) to improve communication and engagement with constituency offices during the implementation of jointly funded electrification projects. The call was made when REREC C.E.O, Dr. Rose Mkalama, appeared before the committee to respond to queries raised by the Auditor-General concerning projects in Mukurweini Constituency. The Auditor-General had questioned the status of two electrification projects funded under REREC's matching fund programme. According to the audit report, the constituency had transferred funds to REREC for t...

  WPF Leader Kalonzo Musyoka pitched "The People’s Budget 2026" at Shianda Market, Kakamega, condemning the All Saints Cathedral attack.   By Maximilla Wafula June 13, 2026 The United Alternative Government intensified its push for economic reform today, concluding the second day of its Western Kenya tour with high-stakes rallies across the region. Led by Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) and Azimio la Umoja party leader H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, the opposition coalition addressed crowds at Shianda Market, where the discourse shifted from regional development to the defense of national institutions. Mr. Musyoka opened his address by issuing a scathing condemnation of Friday’s attack on the All Saints Cathedral. Alleged "goons" had stormed the premises to disrupt a public budget review meeting; an act Mr. Musyoka termed a "blatant and despicable desecration of a place of worship." He demanded immediate accountability for those involved; emphasizing that religious...

WPF Leader Kalonzo Musyoka addresses residents alongside DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa during a United Alternative Government rally in Western Kenya. By Maximilla Wafula The County Diary News -June 12, 2026 KHWISERO, KENYA -The political landscape in Western Kenya shifted dramatically today as the newly formed United Alternative Government took its high-stakes campaign trail to Kakamega County. Led by a formidable coalition of top national opposition leaders, the alliance held a series of heavily attended rallies across the region, making a critical stop at Kisa East Ward in Khwisero Constituency to pitch their vision for a renewed Kenya. The multi-party opposition alliance, which brings together seasoned heavyweights, demonstrated a powerful show of unity. Addressing a charged crowd, Azimio la Umoja Coalition and Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) Party Leader H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka spearheaded the calls for economic liberation. Musyoka criticized the current regime's taxing economic pol...

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  Democracy for the Citizens Party DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua addresses a press conference in Nairobi where he unveiled a radical alternative budget model to challenge the government's fiscal framework By  Maximilla Wafula   Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has mounted a fierce counter-offensive against the Kenya Kwanza administration, unveiling a radical alternative budget model aimed at tackling what he calls a twin evil of high taxation and runaway public debt. Speaking at a high-stakes press briefing in Nairobi, the former Deputy President positioned himself as the champion of the overtaxed mwananchi, claiming his party would dramatically downsize the national budget from an ambitious Ksh 4.8 trillion down to a leaner, more manageable Ksh 3.7 trillion. The crux of Gachagua’s alternative plan relies on an aggressive restructuring of how public funds are distributed, taking direct aim at what he describes as state-sponsored opulence. Front a...