Also known as: Senator Dan Maanzo · Lawyer Maanzo · Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo
Makueni Senator who has warned against political violence and alleged bribe offers related to the Gachagua impeachment.
News reports
Order a long-term news report on Dan Maanzo
Every mention in the Kenyan press over the period you choose, compiled as a PDF or Word document.
Verbatim sentences from the source article.
Citizen Digital
… Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo claimed Kalonzo was heckled by goons deployed to disrupt the meeting, accusing the government of being behind the incident. …
'The time is now!' Defiant Kalonzo still confident in 2027 race despite hecklingCitizen Digital
… Senator Dan Maanzo of Makueni County backed the concerns, saying that the deal was too good. …
MPs questions speed of Dangote refinery development in LamuCitizen Digital
… Senator Dan Maanzo of Makueni County backed the concerns, saying that the deal was too good. …
MPs questions speed of Dangote refinery development in LamuCitizen Digital
… Family Lawyer Dan Maanzo added: “The aim of dumping him in Lukenya was for hyenas to attack him... …
Tortured, feet burned, starved: Activist Muteti Mulinge narrates horrific 4-day abduction ordealThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeMakueni Senator Dan Maanzo during a morning interview at Spice FM on August 19, 2026. …
Criminal liability does not expire, Maanzo warns politicians sponsoring goonsThe Standard
… During the bail hearing, Wambua’s lawyers, led by former senator Dan Maanzo and Boniface Nyamu urged the court to release him on reasonable terms arguing that he was not a flight risk and had a fixed abode in Makindu. …
Court frees Makueni MCA Wambua on Sh200,000 cash bail over cyber harassment chargeThe Standard
… Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo also questioned reports that schools were being charged Sh38,000 for land surveys, asking why institutions were being required to pay to secure public land. …
Lands CS Wahome questioned over school land-grabbing menaceCapital News
… Among those who turned up at the DCI offices were Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo, National Assembly Deputy Minority Leader and Kathiani MP Robert Mbui, Kajiado North MP Onesmus Ngogoyo and several other opposition politicians. …
Opposition Demands Answers Over Arrest of MP John KaguchiaCitizen Digital
… You cannot verify what has already been verified by IPOA and KNCHR, which have investigation reports documenting every victim,” another petitioner’s lawyer, Dan Maanzo, added. …
35 protest abduction victims left out of compensation list: Court toldCitizen Digital
… Then, on July 30, Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo escalated the story from allegation to something resembling a confession under duress. …
A rogue house for hire: How Kenya's Parliament has sold its soulWiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka says he remains focused on becoming president, challenging allied leaders to rally behind him ahead of next year's General Election despite being heckled at a recent event.
31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka says he remains focused on becoming president, challenging allied leaders to rally behind him ahead of next year's General Election despite being heckled at a recent event.
31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As the Lamu Refinery project prepares for its groundbreaking ceremony on September 30, 2026, MPs including Tetu MP Geoffrey Wandeto have questioned the speed of the project's advancement and whether necessary processes have been followed, describing it as an "ambush" to Kenyans with unclear ownership and insufficient parliamentary oversight.
29 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As preparations for the Lamu Refinery project's groundbreaking ceremony proceed on September 30, 2026, MPs including Tetu Member of Parliament Geoffrey Wandeto have questioned whether all necessary processes have been followed, citing the rapid speed of development and describing the project as an "ambush" to Kenyans, with questions about ownership and parliamentary oversight.
29 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Activist Muteti Mulinge, who went missing for four days during Nairobi protests demanding the release of Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, was found alive in Lukenya and hospitalized. He narrated being subjected to severe torture, physical abuse, and starvation by unknown men who abducted him.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo warned politicians sponsoring political goons that criminal liability does not expire, and called on President William Ruto to end tolerance of poll violence. His comments followed violence during a Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay on Sunday where property was destroyed and journalists were assaulted.
19 August 2026 · The Standard →
Makueni nominated MCA Urbanus Kyalo Wambua, accused of posting inciting remarks on TikTok, was released on Sh200,000 cash bail or alternative bond of Sh500,000 by a Nairobi court. The Wiper-linked politician is barred from contacting or interfering with prosecution witnesses in the cyber harassment case against Kibwezi MP Mutuse.
14 August 2026 · The Standard →
Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome faced Senate scrutiny over rising cases of public school land grabbing, with lawmakers warning that many institutions remain vulnerable due to lacking title deeds and recent attacks by alleged hired goons.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
Opposition leaders, including Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo and National Assembly Deputy Minority Leader Robert Mbui, demanded answers from investigative agencies over the arrest of Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia, insisting on transparency regarding the reasons for his detention and adherence to due process and constitutional rights. Kaguchia was taken to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations headquarters for questioning after being arrested outside Royal Media Services premises on Monday morning.
3 August 2026 · Capital News →
A High Court judge will rule next Friday on a petition challenging the removal of 35 victims of abduction and enforced disappearance from a compensation list for anti-government protest victims. The petitioners accuse the Makau Mutua-led Panel of Experts of unlawfully excluding these victims and subjecting them to a new authentication process, while the KNCHR has backed the petition.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sitting Members of Parliament, including Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, have publicly confirmed that money changed hands to secure votes for the October 2024 impeachment of then Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, naming individuals allegedly involved in the payments.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna met Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and other Opposition figures, where they reaffirmed commitment to a united front ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kalonzo warned that the Opposition must remain focused on challenging President William Ruto's administration and cautioned against leaders engaging with the Kenya Kwanza government.
30 July 2026 · Capital News →
Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo has alleged that Kenya Kwanza operatives offered him Ksh.10 million to vote for Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment in October 2024, and threatened consequences if he accepted the bribe but voted against removal.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Opposition senators aligned to the Linda Mwananchi faction have alleged that Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's removal as Senate Deputy Minority Whip was planned during a meeting between President William Ruto and ODM leaders before being formalized at a parliamentary group meeting. The lawmakers accused the government of interfering with Parliament's independence and weakening the opposition.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Nairobi court has freed Mombasa resident Halima Ngache, who was arrested over allegations of operating an X account that tracked and published President William Ruto's flight movements. Senior Principal Magistrate Teresia Nyangena rejected a second bid by the DCI and ODPP for more time to complete investigations.
6 July 2026 · The Standard →
Activist Bob Njagi was arraigned before the Kajiado Law Courts on treason charges stemming from his arrest on June 24, 2026, ahead of the second anniversary of the Gen Z-led protests. He was released on a cash bail of 100,000 shillings and directed to report daily to the Kitengela DCI office.
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
According to a new survey by Infotrak Research and Consulting, Senators Jackson Mandago, James Lomenen, Mohamed Chute, and Hillary Sigei have been named the most improved, with each climbing significantly in rankings compared to 2024 results. Kirinyaga Senator Kamau Murango ranked as the top-performing Senator at 69 per cent.
1 July 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former Public Service CS Justin Muturi criticized President William Ruto over rising costs of living and alleged political intolerance after being barred from addressing a church congregation on politics. The opposition leaders called for unity ahead of the 2027 General Election, with Senator Dan Maanzo saying the ballot is their only weapon against the Kenya Kwanza administration.
17 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →