… ied involvement in the distribution of the undergarments following public outrage, the incident underscores the shocking depth to which political discourse in this country has plummeted.Hardly had the dust settled on this mockery when Vihiga Woman Representative, Beatrice Adagala …
… Hardly had the dust settled on this mockery when Vihiga Woman Representative, Beatrice Adagala, aimed a vulgar Luhya epithet at former President Uhuru Kenyatta during a political gathering. …
… Subscribe to our newsletterVihiga Woman Representative Beatrice Adagala criticised DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of relying on political rhetoric instead of presenting an alternative development agendaThe leaders spoke to residents at Shikutse Market in Malava after a …
… ector, particularly its impact on farmers in Western Kenya.The mobilisation also brought together members of the Western Parliamentary Caucus, including Sirisia MP John Waluke, Kiminini MP Maurice Kakai Bisau, Teso South MP Mary Emase, Vihiga Woman Representative Beatrice Adagala …
… Subscribe to our newsletterVihiga County Woman Representative Beatrice Adagala cited political exchanges involving Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru, Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire and Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika with Gachagua making disrespectful remarks against them.Adagala stated …
… Subscribe to our newsletterWestern Kenya also posted strong performances among Women Representatives, with Bungoma's Catherine Wambilianga, Vihiga's Beatrice Adagala and Busia's Catherine Omanyo earning recognition for their work.According to Infotrak, fulfilment of campaign prom …
… rnment positions, including Cabinet Secretaries and Principal Secretaries, to use their offices to advance development programmes that directly benefit the community and strengthen support for President Ruto’s re-election.Members of Parliament led by Dick Maungu, Beatrice Adagala …
An editorial in The Standard argues that Kenyan politics has deteriorated into vulgarity and personal attacks, citing incidents including female undergarments with a senator's name distributed in Kirinyaga County, vulgar language used by a woman representative, and the President deriding his predecessor. The editorial contends that such behaviour, modelled from top leadership, has normalised derogatory rhetoric in mainstream political discourse.
An editorial in The Standard argues that Kenyan politics has deteriorated into vulgarity and personal attacks, citing incidents including female undergarments with a senator's name distributed in Kirinyaga County, vulgar language used by a woman representative, and the President deriding his predecessor. The editorial contends that such behaviour, modelled from top leadership, has normalised derogatory rhetoric in mainstream political discourse.
The Standard editorial argues that Kenyan politics has descended into increasingly vulgar and disrespectful conduct, citing incidents including defamatory undergarments distributed in Kirinyaga County and vulgar language used by a Vihiga Woman Representative. The editorial contends that such behaviour has been modelled from top leadership, including the President's derogatory remarks about predecessors and opponents.
President William Ruto's allies in Western Kenya, led by Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka, have defended the IEBC against opposition claims that it could rig the 2027 General Election. The leaders urged politicians to respect the electoral commission's constitutional independence and accused the opposition of undermining confidence in the body.
Water Cabinet Secretary Eric Muga has criticized the slow implementation of the Sh220 million Shitoli water project in Ikolomani, Kakamega County, which is seven months behind schedule with only 11 per cent of works completed against a 77 per cent time lapse. Muga questioned the Lake Victoria North Water Works Development Agency and contractor Geo-Data Systems, saying the explanations for delay were unconvincing and that the project, expected to serve 40,000 residents, was expected to be completed in November.
Western Kenya leaders including Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi and Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula are pushing for a political alliance between the Luhya and Luo communities to consolidate support for President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid. The proposal seeks to unite the two regions into a voting bloc ahead of the general election.
Fifteen Members of Parliament have condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for gender-based political violence, intimidation, and attacks targeting women leaders and women associated with political opponents. The legislators said political disagreements should not devolve into personal attacks or the targeting of women because of their gender, marital status, or political affiliations.
A Timely Kenya opinion poll places Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi ahead in the county's 2027 gubernatorial race with 40 percent support, 13.5 percentage points ahead of his closest challenger Kahi Indimuli at 26.5 percent. The survey of 1,200 registered voters, conducted July 2–12, shows Osotsi leading in three of five constituencies.
A Timely Kenya survey of 1,200 registered voters places Senator Godfrey Osotsi at 40 percent support in the Vihiga gubernatorial race, leading his nearest challenger Kahi Indimuli by 13.5 percentage points. Osotsi leads in three of five constituencies, while Indimuli has stronger support in Hamisi and Vihiga.
Kabuchai MP Majimbo Kalasinga and Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa emerged as among the country's best-performing MPs in the latest Infotrak Elected Leaders Performance Rating, with Kalasinga ranked second nationally at 78 per cent approval and Barasa fifth at 73 per cent. The survey assessed leaders on accessibility, responsiveness, accountability, visibility and fulfilment of campaign promises.
Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka said the Western region is not interested in the Deputy President position in 2027, but is positioning itself to succeed President William Ruto in 2032, citing the region's numerical advantage and leadership capacity.
Senior political leaders including National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula have renewed calls for national unity and cooperation at a church fundraising event in Vihiga County, urging Kenyans to set aside political differences and focus on shared development goals.