… Subscribe to our newsletterIn Dagoretti North, Beatrice Elachi polled 32.2 per cent against Robert Alai's 27.9 per cent and Bright Shitemi's 24 per cent.In Dagoretti South, Dennis Waweru leads with 28 per cent ahead of John Kiarie at 25.7 per cent. …
… In June, Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi accused employers of hiring Burundian construction workers over Kenyans because they would accept lower pay, saying she intended to stop people being hired at Ksh.400 a day when Kenyans were paid Ksh.700 and above. …
… es. “We are concerned over the conduct of the former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, where he has on several occasions singled out innocent women leaders and women spouses, drawing them into unnecessary political confrontations,” said PassarisDagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi …
Audio By Vocalize Kenyans have been urged to end stigma and discrimination against people living with mental health conditions, with Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi warning that negative perceptions continue to discourage many from seeking help. …
… the Women Political Leaders (WPL) Kenya Cohort, the legislators said sustained collaboration and targeted interventions will be critical in overcoming barriers that continue to limit women's participation in politics.KEWOPA Vice Chairperson and Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi …
… Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi challenged the notion that women alone should bear the consequences, saying that men responsible for pregnancies should equally be held accountable. …
… However, Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi and Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris called for a review of the regulations, arguing that they should better protect women’s constitutional rights and equal employment opportunities. …
… Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris and Dagoretti MP Beatrice Elachi noted that bhang is easily accessible ‘even through online platforms’ and is already being used informally for pain management in some households. …
… Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi encouraged open conversations that reduce bullying and discrimination calling for sustained investment in menstrual health education, community engagement and policy support. …
A Bobea Report poll conducted in late August to early September found President William Ruto would lead hypothetical elections today with 35.2 per cent, ahead of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna at 19.1 per cent and former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i at 14 per cent, with 17.7 per cent undecided.
A Bobea Report poll conducted in late August to early September found President William Ruto would lead hypothetical elections today with 35.2 per cent, ahead of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna at 19.1 per cent and former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i at 14 per cent, with 17.7 per cent undecided.
President William Ruto has issued ultimatums targeting both Tata Chemicals and regional nationals engaged in small-scale street trading, with both groups ordered to justify their economic presence or leave Kenya. The moves reflect a broader "economic sovereignty" theme as the administration faces public frustration over jobs, cost of living, and unfulfilled promises ahead of elections.
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.
Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi has called on Kenyans to end stigma and discrimination against people with mental health conditions, warning that fear of judgment and misinformation discourage many from seeking help. Political leaders and society have a responsibility to challenge misconceptions about mental illness through awareness, education, and support, she said during a training session for the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association.
Kenya's women MPs, meeting under KEWOPA and WPL Kenya Cohort, have called for action on gender rule, online violence, campaign financing, and democratic participation. KEWOPA Vice Chairperson Beatrice Elachi said electing at least forty more women in 2027 would help achieve the constitutional two-thirds gender principle in Parliament.
The National Assembly has demanded an explanation from the National Police Service over the dismissal of 18 female recruits from Kiganjo Police Training College for being pregnant. Legislators, including Makueni Woman Representative Suzanne Kiamba, questioned the legality of the decision and called for reforms, citing concerns about compliance with the Constitution, labour laws, and fair administrative action.
The National Assembly has demanded an explanation from the National Police Service over the dismissal of 18 female recruits from Kiganjo Police Training College after they were found to be pregnant. Lawmakers have questioned the legality of the decision and are calling for reforms to protect the rights of affected women, citing concerns about compliance with the Constitution and labour laws.
Kenyan lawmakers debated bhang policy, with some calling for regulated, medicinal use like Mexico, the US, and South Africa, while others rejected legalization as a solution to rising drug use and trafficking.
Concerns over lack of access to sanitary products, inadequate menstrual health information, and cultural stigma have contributed to school absenteeism among girls. Universities, churches, NGOs and community groups are now conducting awareness walks, school outreach programmes and sanitary pad distribution drives across several counties to address menstrual health and keep girls in school.
President William Ruto called on Kenyans to unite for faster development and cautioned against politicians who sow division and tribalism. He said those seeking political office should be judged on their development track record and vision, not on divisive politics.