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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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The Standard
… Governor Ann Waiguru described the initiative as a critical milestone in investing in the future of the county’s children, noting that the beneficiaries span all levels of education. …
Kirinyaga disburses Sh129.5 million bursary to 48,000 studentsCitizen Digital
Waiguru disburses Ksh.129.5 million bursaries to needy students in Kirinyaga By Citizen Reporter May 06, 2026 07:12 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru on Wedne …
Waiguru disburses Ksh.129.5 million bursaries to needy students in KirinyagaCitizen Digital
… Governor Anne Waiguru retained her seat with 113,088 votes, narrowly defeating Ngirici, who ran as an independent candidate and garnered 105,677 votes. …
Ngirici joins 'one term' movement, declares Kirinyaga governorship bidThe Standard
… President Ruto: Kuna shida yoyote mkikuja kuona mfanyi kazi wenu hapa State House kweli? pic.twitter.com/KZVTeoD4Tw — The Standard Digital (@StandardKenya) April 29, 2026Also speaking at the meeting, Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru dismissed opposition leaders and said they were …
Anyone can visit State House, says Ruto amid backlashCitizen Digital
… Governor Anne Waiguru attributed the improved performance to reforms in the sector and county-led interventions, including the distribution of subsidised seedlings and fertiliser, expansion of extension services, and investment in processing infrastructure. …
Kirinyaga coffee farmers earn record Ksh.7.4 billion in historic payoutCapital News
… The Head of State was accompanied by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome, and governors including Muthomi Njuki, Cecily Mbarire, and Anne Waiguru. …
President Ruto Defends Reform Agenda, Promises Solutions to Kenya’s ChallengesThe Standard
Audio By Vocalize Kirinyaga County is witnessing increased night-time economic activities following the installation of streetlights and floodlights across major markets and trading centres.Governor Ann Waiguru said so far, more than 165 floodlights have been installed across tow …
Governor Waiguru banks on street lights to power Kirinyaga's 24hr economyCitizen Digital
… ._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Ruto was accompanied by Kindiki, Tharaka-Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki, Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru …
Ruto praises Kindiki in Chuka, says critics ‘underestimate’ his intelligenceCitizen Digital
… The President was accompanied by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Governors Muthomi Njuki (Tharaka-Nithi), Cecily Mbarire (Embu) and Anne Waiguru (Kirinyaga), as well as MPs and MCAs. …
Ruto says SHA improved healthcare as he rallies supporters in Tharaka-NithiCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 26 – Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has claimed that several senior opposition figures from the Mt Kenya region are quietly reaching out to secure a pathway back into President William Ruto’s political camp ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
Waiguru Claims Opposition Leaders Seeking Return to Ruto’s Camp Ahead of 2027 ElectionA 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 →