Also known as: Catherine Nakhabi Omanyo · Acting Secretary General Catherine Omanyo · Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo · Acting ODM Secretary General Catherine Omanyo
ODM acting Secretary General who represents Busia as Woman Representative; appeared in coverage of Sifuna's removal and affordable housing defense.
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Citizen Digital
… Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, and Acting ODM Secretary General Catherine Omanyo pitched camp in Busia to drum up support for President Ruto's re-election bid.
ODM leaders attack Gachagua over 'tribal politics,' say he is unfit to lead KenyaCitizen Digital
… Meanwhile, in Kakamega, Busia and Teso North, Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka and ODM Secretary General Catherine Omanyo intensified campaigns in support of President Ruto's second-term bid. …
Broad-based leaders warn opposition against alliance with GachaguaThe Standard
… asing political debate over the future of the Kenya Kwanza-ODM working relationship and growing calls from some leaders for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to secure a more prominent role in government ahead of the next General Election.ODM Secretary General Catherine Omanyo …
Oparanya dismisses speculation over DP positionCitizen Digital
… "Deputy President atatoka chama cha ODM, unajua tuko na siasa mingi sana katika chama chetu hiki, lakini kama unaishi ndani ya nyumba, ndugu kwa dada tusiwaste any chances," said Acting ODM Secretary General Catherine Omanyo. …
Broad-based divide as UDA, ODM clash over Ruto's 2027 running mateCitizen Digital
… Sifuna/Facebook Audio By Vocalize Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) acting Secretary General Catherine Omanyo has warned Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna against his criticism of the Affordable Housing Programme, saying the initiative is intended to improve living standards by providi …
ODM leaders defend Ruto's affordable housing project, rebuke Sifuna over criticismCitizen Digital
… Addressing the press at the ODM headquarters in Nairobi, Deputy Secretary General and Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo said the party has waited for so long to get a greenlight to drop errant members from the party leadership structures. …
Edwin Sifuna officially removed as ODM Secretary GeneralThe Standard
… The battle for the SG’s post began on February 11, 2026, when an NEC meeting convened in Mombasa, passed a resolution to oust Sifuna replacing him with Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo in acting capacity.The Mombasa meeting was led by the then acting Party leader and S …
Registrar of Political Parties okays Sifuna's removal as ODM secretary generalThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeBusia Governor Paul Otuoma, Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo and Presidential Advisor Arthur Osiya have recorded statements with detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) as investigations into the activities of the notorious "Jo …
Otuoma, two leaders record statements in 'Jobless' gang probeThe Standard
… 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 …
Infotrak: Majimbo Kalasinga, Didmus Barasa emerge as best performing Western MPsCapital News
… ur victims of past protests without resorting to violence. “By choosing peace over destruction, and respect for the Constitution and laws of this nation, you have demonstrated that our movement is driven by higher ideals, not chaos,” the party’s Secretary General Catherine Omanyo …
ODM thanks Kenyans for peaceful June 25 commemorationsODM leaders, including National Chairperson Gladys Wanga and Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, have accused DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua of promoting ethnic politics based on tribal voting blocs ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that such rhetoric could destabilize the country.
8 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM leaders, including National Chairperson Gladys Wanga and Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, have accused DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua of promoting ethnic politics based on tribal voting blocs ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that such rhetoric could destabilize the country.
8 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Leaders allied to the Broad-based government have cautioned opposition figures against working with Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua, claiming he would sideline and overshadow political allies. The leaders urged Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Dr Fred Matiang'i to abandon the opposition and work with President William Ruto instead.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has dismissed growing speculation linking him to the position of Deputy President, saying no official discussions have taken place and reiterating his commitment to supporting President William Ruto's re-election. His remarks come as some ODM leaders, including Secretary General Catherine Omanyo and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, have endorsed him for the role amid debate over the Kenya Kwanza-ODM working relationship.
3 August 2026 · The Standard →
UDA and ODM have taken differing positions ahead of the 2027 General Election, with UDA backing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki while ODM leaders push for Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya for the running mate position.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM acting Secretary General Catherine Omanyo defended the Affordable Housing Programme against criticism from Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, who had raised cultural concerns about the initiative in the Western region. ODM leaders also criticised the opposition for pursuing tribal politics.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has officially removed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna from his position as ODM Secretary General, following an earlier party NEC resolution. Sifuna's lawyer has indicated he views the removal decision with suspicion.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has formalised the removal of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as Orange Democratic Movement Secretary-General, confirming that the party's National Executive Council process complied with the Political Parties Act and ODM constitution. Sifuna's legal team has challenged the decision, citing procedural irregularity.
9 July 2026 · The Standard →
Governor Paul Otuoma, Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo, and Presidential Advisor Arthur Osiya have recorded statements with the DCI as investigations into the "Jobless" gang intensify following violence in Busia Town. Police are probing the group's alleged involvement in violent incidents in Marachi Estate and surrounding areas, and investigating whether any political figures had links to the gang.
8 July 2026 · The Standard →
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.
1 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Orange Democratic Movement has praised Kenyans for conducting peaceful June 25 anniversary commemorations, saying demonstrators' restraint reflected the country's democratic maturity. The party called on security agencies to continue exercising restraint in future demonstrations.
26 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Orange Democratic Movement has officially removed Senator Edwin Sifuna from his position as Secretary General after the party's National Executive Committee adopted recommendations from its Internal Disputes Resolution Mechanism. The NEC unanimously resolved to endorse the removal, which followed a disciplinary process conducted under the party's constitution.
23 June 2026 · Capital News →
ODM's National Executive Committee has ratified the removal of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as Secretary-General, following adoption of recommendations by the party's Internal Dispute Resolution Committee. Acting Secretary-General Catherine Omanyo said the process was conducted within party rules.
22 June 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been dropped from the Senate Energy Committee, with Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang nominated to take over his position. The reshuffle was announced by Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot on June 17 following changes approved by the Senate in line with Standing Orders.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has insisted that any coalition agreement between ODM and the ruling UDA ahead of the next General Election must be based on a 50-50 power-sharing formula, with all seats including the presidency up for negotiation.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DJ Pinto Cahill has publicly called out the ODM party's Linda Ground faction for failing to pay him for multiple engagements including rallies in Kisumu, Migori, and Narok, claiming he received only minimal transport support (Ksh.7,000 in some cases) or nothing at all.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM Acting Secretary General Catherine Omanyo has called for increased investment in day schools and the elimination of the boarding element in schools, arguing that parents should be able to balance work and family. She made the remarks in response to rising arson attacks targeting boarding schools, including a May 28 fire at Utumishi Girls Academy Senior School in Nakuru County that killed 16 students and injured 79 others.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Two people died during violent confrontations after a crowd of nearly 200 youths stormed a Busia police station following the arrest of a suspect linked to destruction of a police vehicle, Busia County Police Commander Ahmed Abdilleh confirmed. The group allegedly attempted to loot businesses and vandalized public infrastructure including buildings belonging to the Kenya Medical Training College and county government offices.
20 May 2026 · Capital News →
Siaya Governor James Orengo has reasserted his role in securing the Orange Democratic Movement's unpaid public funding claim, stating the Sh12 billion figure the party now demands from government exists because of litigation he personally initiated. Orengo criticised sections of the Linda Ground Movement for demanding the funds while launching personal attacks against him, saying they fail to acknowledge the legal groundwork he laid.
4 May 2026 · Capital News →
Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo dismissed comparisons to ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and said she is ready to compete at the party's National Delegates Conference election, claiming she has political experience since 2007 and is equipped to serve as acting SG.
2 May 2026 · The Standard →