Central Organization of Trade Unions — Kenya's labour umbrella organization led by Secretary General Francis Atwoli, recently defending worker unity against rival union proposals.
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… Photo/File Audio By Vocalize The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has refuted allegations of interfering in the internal leadership affairs of the Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotels, Educational Institutions, Hospitals and Allied Workers (KUDHEIHA). …
COTU denies involvement in KUDHEIHA leadership wranglesCitizen Digital
… Photo/ Jason Mwangi |Citizen TV Audio By Vocalize Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is not ready to become the President of Kenya; this is according to Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli. …
'You must suffer looking for leadership'; Atwoli dismisses Sifuna’s presidential ambitionsCitizen Digital
… Photo/Courtesy Audio By Vocalize Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has told Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna that his time to seek the presidency has not yet come, claiming that he is not adequately prepared for a national campaign. …
'Your time is not now', Atwoli tells Sifuna over presidential ambitionsCitizen Digital
… In a press statement on Thursday, the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) said it had taken serious note of Gachagua's allegations made on Wednesday. …
Atwoli cautions Gachagua over IEBC procurement claimsCitizen Digital
… failed to make Raila president, you will not make Sifuna one By Dismas Nabiswa August 25, 2026 10:09 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Central Organization of Trade Unions …
Atwoli to Uhuru: You failed to make Raila president, you will not make Sifuna oneCitizen Digital
… PHOTO: @AtwoliDza/X Audio By Vocalize The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has warned that security officers and government officials risk being fired from service for leaking confidential government information to former Deputy Preside …
Atwoli warns security officers leaking confidential information to GachaguaCitizen Digital
… Sifuna recently rejected an offer by Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli to support his political campaign by fundraising Ksh.1 billion. …
Sifuna rallies Kiminini residents in roadside Linda Mwananchi fundraiserCitizen Digital
… 1 billion campaign money By Roy Ouma July 21, 2026 03:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has publicly rejected an offer by Central Organization of Trade Unions …
Sifuna to Atwoli: I do not need your Ksh.1 billion campaign moneyCitizen Digital
… mes Uhuru for Raila’s 2022 loss, says he never delivered Ksh.400M for agents By Citizen Reporter May 30, 2026 02:13 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The Central Organization of Trade Unions …
Atwoli blames Uhuru for Raila’s 2022 loss, says he never delivered Ksh.400M for agentsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya May 6 – The Central Organization of Trade Unions has condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over what it describes as “unwarranted, reckless, and publicity-seeking attacks” on Kenya’s labour movement. …
COTU Slams Gachagua Over “Reckless Attacks” on Trade UnionsThe Central Organization of Trade Unions has refuted allegations that it interfered in the internal leadership affairs of KUDHEIHA, with Secretary-General Francis Atwoli calling such claims misleading and calculated to divert attention from constitutional breaches. The dispute follows union elections held on October 6, 2026.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Central Organization of Trade Unions has refuted allegations that it interfered in the internal leadership affairs of KUDHEIHA, with Secretary-General Francis Atwoli calling such claims misleading and calculated to divert attention from constitutional breaches. The dispute follows union elections held on October 6, 2026.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli told Citizen TV that Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's presidential ambitions are premature, arguing that he must go through stages and gain broader experience before leading Kenya.
20 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli told Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna that his time to seek the presidency has not yet arrived, saying he is not adequately prepared for a national campaign and should focus on building his political team first.
5 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has cautioned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over unsubstantiated claims regarding the IEBC's procurement of the Integrated Elections Management System, saying such attacks risk destabilising the country ahead of the 2027 General Election.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of trying to divide the Western region by backing Linda Mwananchi leader Edwin Sifuna for president in 2027, comparing it to Uhuru's failed effort to make Raila Odinga president in 2022. Atwoli urged the Mulembe community to remain united and vigilant against manipulation.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has warned that security officers and government officials risk being fired for leaking confidential government information to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing Gachagua of misusing such intelligence.
10 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna received contributions from Kiminini residents in Trans-Nzoia during a stopover for the Linda Mwananchi caravan, gathering both notes and coins from the crowd to fund travel to Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kitale.
26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has publicly rejected COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli's offer to fundraise Ksh.1 billion for his political campaign, saying he prefers small contributions from millions of Kenyans to avoid creating opportunities for corruption.
21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has warned Western Kenya politicians against associating with retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, claiming Uhuru failed to fully support Azimio flagbearer Raila Odinga in the 2022 presidential race. Atwoli alleged that Uhuru promised but never delivered Ksh.400 million for polling agents, resulting in Odinga's campaign lacking agents at polling stations.
30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Central Organization of Trade Unions has condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for what it describes as unwarranted attacks on Kenya's labour movement, accusing him of targeting COTU leadership and affiliated unions in a manner that undermines worker representation and national unity. COTU defended its Secretary General Francis Atwoli and dismissed proposals to form an alternative labour umbrella organization, emphasizing that trade unions are historically grounded institutions.
6 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-K) has dismissed calls by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to form a parallel labour organisation, describing the proposal as "reckless" and detrimental to workers' unity. Gachagua accused the labour movement of failing to defend workers' interests and specifically criticised union leader Francis Atwoli for aligning with the government instead of championing workers' welfare.
6 May 2026 · The Standard →
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has intensified criticism of President William Ruto, accusing the government of presiding over a struggling economy where growth has slowed from 7.6 per cent in 2021 to 4.6 per cent. Gachagua also alleged that officials releasing unfavourable economic data risk disciplinary action and criticised labour unions for failing to defend workers' interests against excessive statutory deductions.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Central Organization of Trade Unions has announced that preparations for Labour Day celebrations, scheduled to take place in Vihiga, are complete. COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli said the event, which will feature workers' assemblies and floats from factories and unions across the region, marks the first time Labour Day is being held outside the capital city.
30 April 2026 · Capital News →