Also known as: Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi
Beatrice Elachi — Dagoretti North MP and KEWOPA Vice Chairperson, advocating for mental health awareness and women's political representation ahead of 2027 elections.
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… 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. …
Female MPs Push for Maternity Leave for Police RecruitsCapital News
… 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. …
Lawmakers call for rethink of bhang laws amid rising use and traffikingThe Standard
… 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. …
Communities unite to end menstrual stigma, keep girls in schoolCapital 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 DivisionAs Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election, political parties face renewed pressure to ensure women are not locked out of elective positions through implementation of the two-thirds gender principle, with calls on Parliament to enact legislation and the electoral commission to enforce it.
12 October 2026 · The Standard →
As Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election, political parties face renewed pressure to ensure women are not locked out of elective positions through implementation of the two-thirds gender principle, with calls on Parliament to enact legislation and the electoral commission to enforce it.
12 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission says it will closely review political party candidate lists submitted for next year's elections to ensure compliance with the two-thirds gender principle. IEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu said the commission proposes that any candidate list presented must meet at least the two-thirds gender threshold as a compliance requirement, urging parties to nominate women for constituencies where they have a strong chance of election.
5 October 2026 · The Standard →
A Centre for African Progress study of 6,000 respondents ranked businesswoman and politician Agnes Kagure as Nairobi's most influential female leader with 30 per cent support, followed by Millicent Omanga at 26 per cent.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →