Also known as: former President Moi · the late Daniel arap Moi · the second President of Kenya · former President Daniel Arap Moi · late Moi · the late former Head of State · the late Head of State · late former Head of State · President Daniel arap Moi
Former President of Kenya whose administration ended in 2002; cited as example of leader with extensive political background before presidency.
… The protests, which left more than 20 people dead by some accounts, pushed the government of President Daniel arap Moi to repeal Section 2A of the constitution the following year, ending one-party rule.Rights groups marking this year's anniversary pressed Parliament to act on lon …
… The case essentially tested the spirit of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution that created the post of an elected deputy president to stop President Daniel arap Moi’s habit of firing vice presidents on whims. …
… He said the organisation has been supporting persons with disabilities since its establishment in 1980 by the late President Daniel arap Moi and has acquired property that generates revenue in addition to government allocations.Musila noted that the fund had provided equipment va …
… From the retirement of Mwai Kibaki to the quiet exit of Daniel Arap Moi, former heads of state have historically adhered to an unwritten code: once you leave State House, you leave the knives behind. …
… He noted that former Presidents Daniel arap Moi, Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta, as well as President William Ruto, first gained experience, built national networks and mobilised resources before successfully running for the country’s top seat. …
… The controversy stems from Omar’s defense of President Ruto during the May 19 briefing, where he referenced past criticism directed at former President Daniel arap Moi and dismissed calls suggesting Ruto would only serve one term. …
… Omar defended the President’s leadership, referencing past political criticism of former President Daniel arap Moi and suggesting that similar opposition now directed at President Ruto was misplaced. …
… The church was marking its 50th anniversary since its establishment in the early 1970s by the late President Daniel Arap Moi, who donated Sh1 million towards its development. …
… The two families are widely known to have deep generational wealth, hailing from the family patriarchs — founding father and Kenya's first President — Jomo Kenyatta and his successor, Daniel Arap Moi. …
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has cautioned young politicians against seeking the presidency without extensive political experience and a proven track record of public service, remarks apparently directed at Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna who is positioning himself for the 2027 presidential race. Wetang'ula cited Kenya's former presidents—Jomo Kenyatta, Daniel arap Moi, Mwai Kibaki, Uhuru Kenyatta, and William Ruto—as examples of leaders who held various political positions before ascending to State House.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has cautioned young politicians against seeking the presidency without extensive political experience and a proven track record of public service, remarks apparently directed at Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna who is positioning himself for the 2027 presidential race. Wetang'ula cited Kenya's former presidents—Jomo Kenyatta, Daniel arap Moi, Mwai Kibaki, Uhuru Kenyatta, and William Ruto—as examples of leaders who held various political positions before ascending to State House.
An opinion piece argues that Kenya should prioritize soft power at its borders, citing an incident where Somalia's Deputy Prime Minister returned his Kenyan passport after allegedly being manhandled at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The piece warns that such treatment of senior visitors, investors, and refugees erodes Kenya's strategic asset of accumulated goodwill in the region.
Constitutional lawyer Ian Horsefield warns that widening cracks within Kenya's Opposition mirror the divisions that led to former President Daniel arap Moi's victory in the country's first multiparty election in 1992, despite widespread public demand for change.
An opinion piece uses the myth of Icarus to counsel Senator Edwin Sifuna, who polls show as a rising presidential candidate, to avoid political extremes and "stick to the middle" as he navigates heightened national prominence.
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON), spread across 140 acres in Gigiri, hosts nearly 6,000 employees across 88 UN offices, making it the largest UN compound globally. The facility, established from land donated by presidents Kenyatta and Moi, serves as a strategic hub supporting UN operations across 166 countries.
ODM youth leader Kasmuel McOure said the party has never received political support in the Mount Kenya region despite years of trying to court it, and argued that winning the presidency does not depend on Mount Kenya support. His comments come as ODM faces internal divisions following the death of founder Raila Odinga in October 2025.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has argued that the opposition's call to unseat President William Ruto is rooted in demands for constitutional values such as human rights, democracy and the rule of law, rather than a rejection of infrastructure development. Drawing parallels with the end of Daniel arap Moi's administration in 2002, Sifuna said Kenyans voted for change because they were dissatisfied with the manner in which the country was governed.
Opinion piece examining whether young people gathering at Senator Edwin Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi rallies signal the emergence of a new political force in Kenya's opposition, as supporters voluntarily contribute money and show unprecedented engagement.
An opinion piece argues that the Ol Kalou by-election has punctured the UDA's narrative after the party had framed it as a referendum on President William Ruto's broad-based government and a confidence vote in the ruling coalition's political machinery. The editorial warns that the ruling party risks mistaking podium praise for polling data, and cautions against dismissing the result as merely a by-election without broader implications.
Kenya's Tourism Principal Secretary Julius Bitok announced that Ronald Ngala Utalii College in Kilifi will open on September 1, 2026, welcoming its first cohort of 1,000 students after more than three decades of planning and delays.
Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi visited Mudete Tea Factory in Vihiga County to assure tea farmers that the government is committed to addressing challenges facing Kenya's tea industry, including high taxation, poor road infrastructure, fluctuating global prices, pests and diseases. He urged farmers to remain patient and continue investing while the government pursues policy reforms through the Ministry of Agriculture.
President William Ruto has announced plans to introduce universal government funding for all students admitted to universities and colleges, abandoning the controversial means-tested model. The government has submitted amendments to Parliament to anchor the new framework in law, with Ruto urging lawmakers to fast-track the legislation before universities reopen in September.
The Democracy for the Citizens Party won the Ol Kalou by-election with 35,440 votes against the United Democratic Alliance's 5,450, an outcome the source says revived memories of a Moi-era by-election defeat and raised questions about state resources and voter influence in Mt Kenya.
Democracy for the Citizens Party won the Ol Kalou by-election by a landslide, with its candidate Sammy Kamau Ngotho Waweru receiving 35,440 votes compared to the UDA candidate's 5,450 votes, raising questions about state resources and incumbency in Mt Kenya.
The ruling United Democratic Alliance suffered a crushing defeat in Thursday's Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, with the DCP candidate securing 35,440 votes against UDA's 5,450. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki publicly signalled the need for strategic rethinking, posting that it was time to go "back to the drawing board" and "reengineer the game altogether."
Kenyan politicians are hiring armed thugs—called "goons"—for as little as 500 shillings ($4) per day to break up rival rallies and attack protesters, with a recent study revealing a rate card ranging from 500 shillings for local councillors to 1,000 shillings for members of parliament.
Kenyan politicians are hiring armed thugs for as little as $4 per day to break up rival rallies and attack protesters ahead of next year's elections, according to a Nairobi-based research firm. Goons, often drawn from impoverished communities, are increasingly employed in dozens or hundreds at a time, with police frequently turning a blind eye.
As Kenya marks 36 years since Saba Saba—the July 7, 1990 pro-democracy protests that led to multi-party politics—Gen Z has transformed the annual commemoration from a veteran politicians' tradition into a platform for demanding accountability rather than constitutional reform.
Siaya Governor James Orengo has criticised the government for mounting roadblocks in Nairobi during the 36th Saba Saba Day commemoration, saying the move emptied the city of activity and terming it shameful conduct. Orengo called for Saba Saba to be declared a public holiday in honour of those who fought to open up Kenya's democratic space.
On May 21, 2026, a 30-year-old elephant bull named Moi crossed Oldonyiro town in Isiolo County while moving at high speed to avoid human contact, as monitored by Save The Elephants research camp in Samburu National Reserve.
An opinion piece argues that the High Court's judgment in Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment case created confusion rather than clarity on constitutional matters, testing the spirit of Kenya's 2010 Constitution which established the elected deputy president position to prevent arbitrary removal by the President.
Five years after his death, Dr Chris Kirubi's legacy continues to inspire and shape lives across generations through the reflections of leaders, mentees, entrepreneurs and changemakers. The article shares testimonies of his impact, including his support for the Kenya Girl Guides Association's headquarters renovation project in 1997, which was completed and officially opened by President Daniel arap Moi in May 1998.
The National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya has announced enhanced grants of up to Sh3 million for persons living with disabilities and institutions caring for them, to support infrastructure and income-generating projects in agriculture, beauty services, and transport. The fund's budgetary allocation has been increased to Sh500 million for 2026/2027, up from Sh200 million.
A Standard columnist argues that former President Uhuru Kenyatta has broken an unwritten code of restrained conduct expected of retired Kenyan heads of state, launching unprecedented attacks on successor William Ruto and accusing his administration of dismantling his legacy and conducting untested economic experiments.