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Kisumu Governor who disclosed a cancer diagnosis and has led security responses to gang violence in the county.
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The Standard
… On Monday, Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o, accompanied by County Commissioner Ramadhan Mwabudzo and members of the County Security Committee, described the incident as organised criminal violence that would be met with the full force of the law. …
Family demands justice for boda boda rider killed in Kisumu church chaosCitizen Digital
Eight held over Milimani deaths as Governor Nyong'o declares war on criminal gangs By Roy Ouma July 13, 2026 04:08 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Kisumu Governor Prof. …
Eight held over Milimani deaths as Governor Nyong'o declares war on criminal gangsCitizen Digital
… The crackdown shall continue," Mwabudzo said.Following Sunday's deadly violence at the ACK Cathedral that left two people dead, Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o said it was a premeditated criminal operation rather than a spontaneous confrontation. …
200 suspects arrested in Kisumu in ongoing crackdown on political violenceCitizen Digital
… Anyang' Nyong'o, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, KSG Chairperson Justice (Rtd.) Charles Nyachae, and Director General Prof. …
432 Assistant County Commissioners graduate as KSG marks 100 yearsCitizen Digital
… Anyang' Nyong'o, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, KSG Chairperson Justice (Rtd.) Charles Nyachae, and Director General Prof. …
432 Assistant County Commissioners graduate as KSG marks 100 yearsCitizen Digital
… Anyang' Nyong'o, who said that the use of private personnel could be fuelling the rise of goons. …
Kisumu outlaws use of private security in political rallies to tame goonsCitizen Digital
… Present were Cabinet Secretaries Migos Ogamba (Education) and Opiyo Wandayi (Energy), Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o, Anglican Church Maseno West Bishop Emeritus Joseph Wasonga, Maseno Board of Management Chairman Ambrose Weda, and Maseno School Alumni Association Chairman Joe A …
President Ruto pledges to build 40 modern classrooms at Maseno SchoolPresident William Ruto has begun a five-day development tour of Kisumu, Siaya, Migori, and Homa Bay counties to assess multi-billion-shilling projects and consolidate political support ahead of the 2027 General Election. The itinerary includes visits to infrastructure projects including roads and water systems.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has begun a five-day development tour of Kisumu, Siaya, Migori, and Homa Bay counties to assess multi-billion-shilling projects and consolidate political support ahead of the 2027 General Election. The itinerary includes visits to infrastructure projects including roads and water systems.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As Kenya develops Vision 2060 to succeed Vision 2030, economists commissioned by President Ruto have raised the issue of corruption and wastage—a problem policymakers have avoided confronting—though public criticism suggests the initiative may be premature or a distraction from current economic hardship.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Christopher Nolan's casting of Kenyan Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy in The Odyssey has provoked global backlash, with critics arguing the role is "historically inaccurate" and accusing the director of capitulating to "DEI lies"; supporters counter that the controversy exposes deep-rooted racial prejudice in Hollywood and Western culture.
8 August 2026 · The Standard →
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata scored 80 per cent in an Infotrak survey examining devolved county performance across sectors, ranking ahead of Trans Nzoia's George Natembeya at 76 per cent and Kiambu's Kimani Wamatangi at 71 per cent.
4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has rejected former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's assertion that he has informers within government who revealed details of President William Ruto's planned Vision 2060 launch, calling the allegations false and misleading.
2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Prof Anyang' Nyong'o's "Road to Singapore" proposes a longer development story as Kenya moves beyond Vision 2030, arguing that nations transforming into high-income societies require sustained continuity and disciplined implementation across generations, not just new plans. The article notes Kenya has had multiple development initiatives and changes in government without achieving productive depth expected of an industrial society.
2 August 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has warned politicians against using Kenya's security matters for political gain, saying the government will not allow anyone to undermine the country's peace and stability through divisive politics. He stated that Kenya remains secure despite isolated incidents and cautioned leaders from both opposition and ruling coalition against exploiting security issues for political advantage.
2 August 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has accused President William Ruto of creating a "false equivalence" between constitutional values and economic development, arguing that Kenya's development agenda cannot be divorced from the principles in the Constitution.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto announced a National Conversation on Kenya's Future Beyond Vision 2030, set to launch on August 12, 2026, to develop the country's next long-term development blueprint. The process will involve all government institutions, 47 counties, and representatives from across society, with Ruto emphasizing that the successor strategy must be driven by Kenyans rather than government.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o has opened up about a cancer diagnosis. The governor appeared at a public event in good spirits, dancing to the podium in a navy-blue suit.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
A 31-year-old boda-boda rider, Dickson Oduongo, was killed during chaos that erupted near St Stephen's ACK Cathedral in Kisumu on July 12, 2026, when rival groups clashed during a Kenya Anglican Men Association service attended by Siaya Governor James Orengo and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. His family says he had no political affiliation and is demanding justice and speedy investigations into his death.
14 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o and County Commissioner Ramadhan Mwabudzo vowed to fully investigate and prosecute violence in Milimani on Sunday that left two young men dead and destroyed property including a vehicle and motorcycles. Eight suspects were arrested and set to be arraigned in court Monday.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police have arrested 200 suspects in Kisumu over the past two weeks as part of an ongoing security operation, County Commissioner Ramadhan Mwabudzo said on Monday. The crackdown follows deadly violence at an ACK Cathedral on Sunday that left two people dead, which Governor Anyang' Nyong'o characterized as a premeditated criminal operation.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A total of 432 Assistant County Commissioners graduated with Diplomas in Public Administration as the Kenya School of Government marked its 100th anniversary. The ceremony also coincided with the induction of 530 newly appointed Deputy County Commissioners, with Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku calling on public servants to embrace artificial intelligence to improve efficiency.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya School of Government marked its 100th anniversary with the graduation of 432 Assistant County Commissioners holding Diplomas in Public Administration, while 530 newly appointed Deputy County Commissioners were inducted. The Cabinet Secretary for Public Service urged public servants to embrace Artificial Intelligence for improved efficiency and modern governance.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kisumu County has outlawed the use of private security personnel at political rallies, with officials arguing that adequate police officers are available and that private security may fuel gang activity. The county also announced measures including a crackdown on the transport sector, installation of floodlights and CCTV cameras in selected areas, and plans to reactivate other security initiatives.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto pledged to build 40 modern classrooms at Maseno School in Kisumu to benefit 1,600 students, with 20 classrooms to be completed before the end of the year to allow admission of an additional 800 students in January 2027. The Ministry of Lands and Housing will also build dormitories for 2,000 students and the Education ministry will construct a multipurpose hall.
9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →