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Kirinyaga Governor leading 30.9% support for 2027 UDA deputy president nomination, defending Mt Kenya support for President Ruto.
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Capital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 19 – Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has emerged as the frontrunner in the race to become President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election, according to the latest PoliTrack Africa Report 2026, setting the stage for a possible political showdo …
Waiguru Leads 2027 DP Race as PoliTrack Poll Sparks UDA Succession BattleCitizen Digital
… In the 2022 General Election, Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru retained her seat after garnering 113,088 votes, while Ngirici finished second with 105,667 votes. …
Ngirici joins Gachagua's DCP after ditching UDA ahead of 2027 pollsCitizen Digital
… ogle Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize A group of women leaders has called on Kenyans to support President William Ruto's bid for a second term, citing development projects undertaken by his administration since he took office.The leaders, led by Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru …
Women leaders back Ruto’s re-election bid at Taita Taveta eventCitizen Digital
… He said MP Gitari would engage Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru on the matter and called for urgent action to ensure emergency response services are functional. …
18 families left homeless after fire razes homes in KirinyagaThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeKirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has asked voters in Ol Kalou to vote for UDA candidate Samuel Muchina in the forthcoming by-election. …
Waiguru drums support for UDA's Muchina ahead of Ol Kalou by-electionThe Standard
… The initiative by Governor Anne Waiguru is meant to provide residents with decent spaces for social gatherings like funerals, weddings, public meetings, among others, that were previously held by the roadside and in overcrowded homes. …
Waiguru opts for modern social halls to enhance community gatheringsCapital News
… The arrest has drawn attention due to Waiguru’s religious background. The DCI said the suspect is an ordained former Roman Catholic priest who later joined the Catholic Charismatic Church, a splinter denomination that permits clergy to marry. …
Former Catholic Priest Arrested Over Alleged Treasonous Social Media PostsThe Standard
… Okul lauded women leaders such as Governor Gladys Wanga (Homabay) and Anne Waiguru (Kirinyaga) for demonstrating steadfast leadership. …
Give women a chance, do not judge based on gender, but on service deliveryCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 24 — United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Hassan Omar has issued a public apology following backlash from Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru over remarks she described as “ethnic baiting” targeting the Mt Kenya region. …
Hassan Omar apologizes after backlash over alleged ethnic remarksCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 24 — Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has sharply criticized United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Hassan Omar, accusing him of engaging in “shortsighted, undemocratic ethnic baiting” following recent remarks perceived as targeting the Mt Kenya reg …
Waiguru slams Hassan Omar over alleged ethnic remarks, demands apologyA PoliTrack Africa poll shows Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru commanding 30.9 percent support for the UDA deputy president nomination in 2027, ahead of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki at 19.3 percent, setting up succession competition within Kenya Kwanza.
19 June 2026 · Capital News →
A PoliTrack Africa poll shows Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru commanding 30.9 percent support for the UDA deputy president nomination in 2027, ahead of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki at 19.3 percent, setting up succession competition within Kenya Kwanza.
19 June 2026 · Capital News →
Former Kirinyaga Woman Representative Purity Wangui Ngirici has officially joined Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), announcing her decision during a burial ceremony in Kirinyaga County as leaders position themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Women leaders, led by Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru, called on Kenyans to support President William Ruto's re-election bid at a women empowerment event in Taita Taveta County, citing development projects and resource allocation across regions. Waiguru defended Ruto's support in the Mt Kenya region, dismissing claims it had withdrawn backing for the President.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A fire broke out Thursday evening in Kaitheri village, Kerugoya Ward, destroying homes and property and leaving 18 families homeless. No injuries were reported, but residents blamed the county's fire response system, saying a fire engine stationed about one kilometre away was not operational.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has campaigned for UDA candidate Samuel Muchina in the forthcoming Ol Kalou by-election, urging voters to elect him to continue development and ensure the constituency receives its rightful share in government.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
The County Government of Kirinyaga has built 11 modern social halls where residents can gather for civic discussions, cultural celebrations, and events like funerals and weddings, which were previously held roadside and in overcrowded homes. Governor Anne Waiguru said the facilities strengthen community engagement and public participation, particularly in densely populated areas in Mwea.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Detectives have arrested a 44-year-old former Catholic priest in Kirigiti, Kiambu County, over allegations of publishing online content on Facebook advocating the unlawful overthrow of the government. The DCI claims the content outlined plans for sustained street demonstrations in June 2026, targeted arson attacks, tax boycotts, and establishment of a parallel transitional administration.
2 June 2026 · Capital News →
Former Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has defended women in leadership and urged Kenyans to judge them based on service delivery rather than gender, arguing that women should be given the opportunity to prove their abilities in elected positions.
2 June 2026 · The Standard →
Hassan Omar issued a public apology after backlash from Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru over remarks she described as "ethnic baiting" targeting Mt Kenya. Omar said his earlier comments had been "misinterpreted and taken out of context" and were made within the context of advocacy on historical land injustices affecting the Coastal region.
24 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has criticized UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar for engaging in "ethnic baiting" targeting the Mt Kenya region, calling his statements "shortsighted and undemocratic" and demanding a public apology. Waiguru said such inflammatory rhetoric risks reviving ethnic divisions and warned that the country has moved past such divisions.
24 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru campaigned in Kwale County for President William Ruto's re-election, calling on Kenyans to give the United Democratic Alliance a first-round victory in 2027 and asserting that the President enjoys strong support across all regions.
19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chuka-Igambang'ombe MP Patrick Munene has accused Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki of parading Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru at a fundraiser, claiming Waiguru is seeking the running mate position currently held by DP Kindiki ahead of next year's elections.
18 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former Kirinyaga Woman Representative Wangui Ngirici is campaigning ahead of 2027 elections, defending women's equal right to compete for leadership positions and warning residents against leaders she says are backed by political elites rather than earning support directly from voters.
17 May 2026 · Capital News →
Waiguru has apologized regarding Deputy President Gachagua's impeachment and called on the Mt Kenya region to settle what she describes as a "tutam" (debt or obligation) owed to the region.
14 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has called for the Mt. Kenya region to honor its political commitment to support President William Ruto, arguing that maintaining the pledge made during former President Uhuru Kenyatta's tenure is essential to preserve the region's credibility and bargaining power in national politics.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A five-year-old PP1 pupil drowned on Tuesday after slipping into an unfinished irrigation furrow at Kandongu in Mwea West Sub-County, Kirinyaga County, near where Governor Anne Waiguru was holding a public baraza. Residents had been raising concerns over the stalled irrigation project linked to the Thiba Dam.
12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru defended her support for President William Ruto, saying she must work with the national government to deliver development projects in the county, as county governments lack adequate resources. She made the remarks while launching the Mwea Integrated Water Supply Rehabilitation and Expansion Project in Wang'uru town.
12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has apologised to the Mount Kenya region over the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, saying the move had upset residents and complicated President William Ruto's support in the region.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →
Governor Anne Waiguru has commissioned the Mwea Integrated Water Supply Rehabilitation and Expansion Project, a Ksh200 million initiative involving over 57 kilometres of pipeline network designed to benefit about 30,000 households across eight wards. The county simultaneously allocated land for expansion of Wang'uru market.
11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has intensified support for the Kenya Kwanza administration, arguing that Kirinyaga has benefited significantly under President Ruto and sharply criticizing opposition leaders as lacking clear agendas and credible leadership ahead of the 2027 election.
7 May 2026 · Capital News →
A Kenya Track Survey has recognized several women serving in Kenya's governance, executive, legislative, judicial and technical sectors for significant contributions to national development, policy implementation, and service delivery. Among those highlighted are Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano, Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru, and Principal Secretaries Salome Muhia and Terry Mbaika.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kirinyaga County has disbursed Sh129.5 million in bursaries to 48,000 needy students across all education levels, with 37,002 at secondary school, 5,565 in colleges, and 5,433 at university. Governor Ann Waiguru said the cumulative disbursement since 2017 has reached Sh670.2 million, up from Sh49.1 million in the 2017/2018 financial year.
7 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has disbursed 129.5 million shillings in bursaries to 48,000 needy students across secondary, college, and university levels. The governor said the allocation brings cumulative bursary disbursement since 2017 to 670.2 million shillings, a significant increase from 49.1 million allocated in the 2017/2018 financial year.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Kirinyaga Woman Representative Purity Wangui Ngirici has joined the "One Term" movement and declared she will vie for governor in 2027 on an opposition ticket, saying she is open to joining DCP, PLP, Jubilee, or DP parties. She finished second in the 2022 gubernatorial race with 105,677 votes, trailing Governor Anne Waiguru's 113,088 votes.
29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto said all Kenyans have the right to visit State House because he is their "employee," and defended recent visits by Akorino church leaders who were criticized. Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru also dismissed opposition leaders and signaled readiness for 2027 campaign battles over Mount Kenya votes.
29 April 2026 · The Standard →
Coffee farmers in Kirinyaga County received a record total payout of KSh.7.4 billion, with payments ranging from KSh.104 to KSh.157.40 per kilogram of cherry and an average of KSh.139 per kilogram, up from KSh.134 in the previous season. Production also increased from 45,717 metric tonnes to 49,100 metric tonnes.
28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto reaffirmed his administration's commitment to addressing Kenya's challenges through reforms in education, agriculture, healthcare, and infrastructure, saying the government is focused on delivering solutions rather than shifting blame. He cited specific measures including hiring teachers and reforming university funding in education, and tackling fertiliser costs and cartels through subsidies in agriculture.
27 April 2026 · Capital News →
Kirinyaga County has installed more than 165 floodlights across major markets and trading centres to improve security and enable traders to extend operating hours into the night. Governor Ann Waiguru said the programme has boosted night-time economic activity in towns including Kagio, Kutus, Kerugoya, Kianyaga and Wang'uru, with some traders now operating until midnight or around the clock.
27 April 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has defended Deputy President Kithure Kindiki against critics, praising him as intelligent and humble while dismissing leaders who demean the DP. Ruto spoke in Chuka town on Sunday after attending a church service and overseeing the handover of a newly-built market facility.
26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto told supporters in Tharaka-Nithi County that his government has committed to solving Kenyans' challenges and is implementing reforms in agriculture, education, healthcare, and infrastructure, citing improved outcomes from these initiatives.
26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →