The County Diary

 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 ...