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Beatrice Elachi

Also known as: Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi

Dagoretti North MP and KEWOPA Vice Chairperson advocating for mental health support and women's parliamentary representation ahead of 2027 elections.

2026-04-282026-09-09

In coverage

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  1. April 2026
  2. Capital News

    Dagoretti North legislator Beatrice Elachi commended the President for his remarkable development record, urging Nairobi residents to give him a second term in office.

    Ruto Rallies Nairobi residents to Shun Politics of Division

Yesterday

  1. Poll shows Ruto leading 2027 presidential race at 35.2%

    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.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard

Monday 7 September

  1. Ruto's crackdown on foreign traders sparks regional concerns

    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.

    7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 26 August

  1. MPs condemn Gachagua over attacks on women leaders

    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.

    26 August 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 13 August

  1. MP Elachi urges end to mental health stigma and discrimination

    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.

    13 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Women MPs call for stronger support ahead of 2027 election

    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.

    22 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 21 July

  1. MPs seek explanation for dismissal of 18 pregnant police recruits

    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.

    21 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 20 July

  1. MPs question dismissal of 18 pregnant police recruits

    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.

    20 July 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 2 July

  1. Female MPs challenge police dismissal of pregnant recruits

    Female lawmakers in the National Assembly pushed back against the National Police Service's disqualification of 18 female recruits from Kiganjo Police Training College due to pregnancy, with male committee members defending the decision as based on medical fitness requirements rather than discipline.

    2 July 2026 · Capital News

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Lawmakers divided on cannabis regulation amid rising trafficking

    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.

    10 June 2026 · Capital News

  2. Communities tackle menstrual stigma to keep girls in school

    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.

    10 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Ruto urges Kenyans to reject divisive politics

    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.

    28 April 2026 · Capital News

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