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Dr. Kepha Omae

Also known as: Dr Omae · Bishop Kepha Omae · NCIC chairperson Kepha Omae · Bishop Dr. Kepha Omae · Bishop Dr Kepha Omae

Dr. Kepha Omae — Chairperson of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission, warning leaders against hate speech ahead of 2027 elections.

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    ahead of 2027 polls By Citizen Reporter August 05, 2026 06:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter National Assemby Speaker Moses Wetangula addresses the NCIC Commission, led by the Chairperson Bishop Kepha Omae

    Parliament raises alarm over ethnic profiling ahead of 2027 polls
  3. The Standard

    Speaking when he hosted the Commission, led by Chairperson Bishop Kepha Omae, at Parliament Buildings, Wetang'ula said NCIC must address the trust deficit that has undermined its constitutional mandate since its establishment in the aftermath of the 2007/08 post-election violence

    Wetang'ula challenges NCIC to rebuild public trust ahead of 2027 polls
  4. July 2026
  5. Citizen Digital

    The statement followed a consultative meeting between the two institutions, during which faith leaders conveyed goodwill messages to the newly appointed NCIC chairman, Bishop Dr Kepha Omae, and urged decisive, even-handed action against hate speech, ethnic mobilisation, political

    NCIC probes Gachagua, two CSs, seven others over hate speech
  6. The Standard

    NCIC Chairman Kepha Omae said the commission would carry out its constitutional mandate independently and without political influence.

    NCIC probes Gachagua, Duale over alleged hate speech
  7. The Standard

    NCIC Chairperson Bishop Dr. Kepha Omae welcomed the proposals, commending the NCCK for its continued contribution to national peacebuilding and cohesion."We would like to partner with you in the different peace and cohesion initiatives, including the Uwiano Platform and the Amani

    NCCK urges NCIC to step up peace efforts ahead of the 2027 General Election
  8. Capital News

    The NCIC Chairman Bishop Kepha Omae, commended the role that NCCK plays in the life of the nation, and proposed that there be structured engagements.

    NCCK Seeks Tough Action on Financiers of Political Violence
  9. June 2026
  10. Citizen Digital

    Speaking after attending a church service in Nairobi, NCIC chairperson Kepha Omae put on notice all Kenyans against abusing their freedom of speech.

    NCIC puts on notice political leaders spreading hate speech and division
  11. The Standard

    Rather, it reflects an emerging and worrying trend in which acts of intimidation and ‘goonism’ are increasingly being used as tools of political contestation,” said Bishop Kepha Omae, the chairman.

    Church leaders blame State, warn political thuggery could lead to violence
  12. May 2026
  13. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya May 20 – Newly sworn-in National Cohesion and Integration Commission Chairman Kepha Omae has called on political leaders and citizens to reject divisive rhetoric ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    New NCIC boss warns against hate speech before 2027 elections
  14. April 2026
  15. Capital News

    The House approved the nomination of Dr. Kepha Omae as Chairperson of the NCIC. The other approved members are Ms.

    MPs approves Kepha Omae as NCIC chair, clears seven members
Politics

Parliament warns against ethnic profiling ahead of 2027 election

The News

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and MPs have cautioned against rising ethnic profiling and inflammatory political rhetoric, warning that divisive utterances could undermine national cohesion ahead of the 2027 General Election. The Speaker urged politicians to lower political temperatures, saying Kenya's diversity should be a source of strength rather than division.

5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Parliament warns against ethnic profiling ahead of 2027 election

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and MPs have cautioned against rising ethnic profiling and inflammatory political rhetoric, warning that divisive utterances could undermine national cohesion ahead of the 2027 General Election. The Speaker urged politicians to lower political temperatures, saying Kenya's diversity should be a source of strength rather than division.

    5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Wetang'ula urges NCIC to rebuild trust beyond election periods

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called on the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to restore public confidence and maintain an active role in promoting national unity throughout electoral cycles, not just during elections. He emphasized that lasting cohesion requires sustained civic education to change attitudes and mindsets, and urged the commission to work with the Ministry of Education to instill values of unity among young people.

    5 August 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 28 July

  1. NCIC probes Gachagua, two Cabinet Secretaries over hate speech

    The National Cohesion and Integration Commission is investigating ten Kenyans, including former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Cabinet Secretaries Aden Duale and Geoffrey Ruku, over remarks the commission says could amount to hate speech or ethnic incitement ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. NCIC investigates Gachagua, Duale over alleged hate speech

    The National Cohesion and Integration Commission is investigating former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Cabinet Secretaries Aden Duale and Geoffrey Ruku, and seven other individuals over alleged hate speech and ethnic incitement ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    28 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 8 July

  1. NCCK urges NCIC to strengthen peace measures for 2027 election

    The National Council of Churches of Kenya has called on the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to urgently strengthen peace-building measures ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that incumbent re-election contests have historically been marked by heightened political tensions and violence. The NCCK urged the NCIC to establish hate speech monitoring mechanisms and work with community committees to identify and prosecute financiers of political violence.

    8 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 7 July

  1. NCCK urges NCIC to safeguard peace ahead of 2027 elections

    The National Council of Churches of Kenya has called on the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to establish mechanisms to prevent political violence before the 2027 General Elections, citing historical patterns of violence in incumbency elections in 1992, 1997, 2007, and 2017. The NCCK recommended setting up hate-speech monitoring systems and working with community peace committees to identify and prosecute financiers of political violence.

    7 July 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 28 June

  1. NCIC to monitor and list political leaders spreading hate speech

    The National Cohesion and Integration Commission says it will monitor political leaders and periodically release lists of those engaging in hate speech and divisive rhetoric. NCIC chairperson Kepha Omae warned that the law will be applied regardless of political affiliation.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Church leaders warn political violence risk as disruptions increase

    Church leaders, including Anglican Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit and the National Council of Churches of Kenya, are expressing alarm at growing violent disruptions in churches and demanding the government arrest perpetrators, warning the trend could lead to widespread violence ahead of next year's General Election.

    17 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 20 May

  1. NCIC Chairman warns leaders against hate speech before 2027 elections

    Newly sworn-in National Cohesion and Integration Commission Chairman Kepha Omae has called on political leaders and citizens to reject divisive rhetoric ahead of the 2027 General Election, urging restraint and warning that freedom of expression should not undermine national unity. He is also appealing to Parliament to fast-track the enactment of the proposed NCIC Act 2026 to strengthen the commission's mandate.

    20 May 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 30 April

  1. National Assembly approves eight members for NCIC leadership

    Kenya's National Assembly has approved eight nominees for the National Cohesion and Integration Commission, including Dr. Kepha Omae as Chairperson and seven other members. The nominees will be formally appointed by the President and sworn into office following parliamentary vetting.

    30 April 2026 · Capital News

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