Also known as: Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura · Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura · Dr Isaac Mwaura · Former Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura
Isaac Mwaura — Government Spokesperson until July 2026, then Head of Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights.
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Mwaura commends Mbadi's office for effective government communication By Brian Okello August 07, 2026 05:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Former Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has …
Mwaura commends Mbadi's office for effective government communicationCitizen Digital
Mwaura bids farewell to Government Spokesperson staff following reassignment By Brian Okello July 25, 2026 01:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura during a past press briefin …
Mwaura bids farewell to Government Spokesperson staff following reassignmentThe Standard
… Pundits argue that whereas the pushing out of his predecessor Isaac Mwaura was long overdue, the appointment of the thick-skinned Owino was a political move that casts doubt on the government’s intent, especially ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
Charles Owino: State's new spokesperson faces an uphill credibility testThe Standard
… Pundits argue that whereas the pushing out of his predecessor Isaac Mwaura was long overdue, the appointment of the thick-skinned Owino was a political move that casts doubt on the government’s intent, especially ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
This man, Charles Owino: Loyalist 'spin doctor ', comes to defend the indefensibleCapital News
… Former Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura was redesignated as Head of the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights in the Executive Office of the President. …
Ruto names IPOA chair nominee in raft of State appointmentsCitizen Digital
… Former Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura was reassigned to head the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights in the Executive Office of the President. …
Ex-Police Spokesman Charles Owino appointed gov't spokesperson in President Ruto's latest reshuffleCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 21 – President William Ruto has appointed former National Police Service spokesperson Charles Owino as Government Spokesperson while redesignating Isaac Mwaura to head the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights in the Executive Office of the Pres …
Ruto appoints Charles Owino Government Spokesperson in Executive reshuffleThe Standard
Audio By VocalizePresident William Ruto has promoted Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura in a fresh round of changes within the Executive, while also making nominations to key constitutional commissions and statutory bodies. …
Charles Owino appointed as Government SpokespersonThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeGovernment Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has demanded that anyone with evidence supporting former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's rape allegations in Ol Kalou submit it to police for investigation. …
'Let investigators do their work,' Mwaura says on Ol Kalou rape claimsCitizen Digital
Mwaura blasts Gachagua over call for tourists to avoid Kenya By Brian Okello July 20, 2026 05:52 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura during a past press briefing. …
Mwaura blasts Gachagua over call for tourists to avoid KenyaFormer Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has commended the National Treasury, led by Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, as the best-performing government ministry in public communication, noting that it effectively simplifies complex economic issues for public understanding through regular media briefings and clear explanations of policies.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has commended the National Treasury, led by Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, as the best-performing government ministry in public communication, noting that it effectively simplifies complex economic issues for public understanding through regular media briefings and clear explanations of policies.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Outgoing Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura held a farewell meeting with the Office of the Government Spokesperson's 80-member staff following his reassignment by President William Ruto to head the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights in the Executive Office of the President.
25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Charles Owino, former National Police Service spokesperson, has been appointed as the government's new spokesperson in the executive office of the President. His appointment has raised questions about his impartiality and transparent communication, given his previous controversial remarks defending police actions during protests and his reputation as a combative defender of the police force.
23 July 2026 · The Standard →
Charles Owino has been appointed as the government's new spokesperson, transitioning from his role as former NPS spokesperson to the executive office of the President. His appointment has raised questions about his impartiality and transparent communication, given his controversial defence of police actions during protests and allegations of police brutality during his previous tenure.
23 July 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has nominated Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Chairperson Dr. Duncan Ojwang Oburu to chair the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, succeeding former chair Justice Ahmed Issack Hassan. The nominations, announced through Notification of Presidential Action No. XI of 2026, also include appointments to the Teachers Service Commission, Public Service Commission, and Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee, pending parliamentary approval.
21 July 2026 · Capital News →
Charles Owino, a former police spokesman, has been appointed Government Spokesperson as part of President Ruto's presidential nominations and redeployments within the Executive. Former Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura was reassigned to head the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights.
21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has appointed Charles Owino, former National Police Service spokesperson, as Government Spokesperson, while Isaac Mwaura was redesignated to head the newly established Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights.
21 July 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto promoted Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura to Head of the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Disability Rights, while Charles Owino Wahong'o, redeployed from the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, was appointed as the new Government Spokesperson. Ruto also made nominations to constitutional commissions and approved changes in senior executive ranks.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has called for anyone with evidence of rape allegations made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election to submit it to police for investigation. Gachagua claimed 68 women were raped by police officers, one person was killed, and 20 others injured during the July 16 by-election, which was marked by violence involving hooded armed men.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura defended Kenya's security and tourism reputation after DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua urged tourists and investors to avoid the country, citing safety concerns; Mwaura warned that Gachagua's remarks amount to economic sabotage.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has condemned political leaders urging international visitors to avoid travelling to Kenya over security concerns, saying such remarks undermine the country's economy and threaten livelihoods in the hospitality sector.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
The High Court has quashed the appointments of four state corporation CEOs — Philip Kiptanui (MTRH), Agnes Kalekye (KBC), Joseph Kamau (Athi Water Works), and Abdalla Mohammed (KNSL) — ruling that Chief of Staff Felix Koskei unlawfully approved them in May 2024 without board authority, declaring the process illegal and unconstitutional.
16 July 2026 · The Standard →
Activists and opposition figures accused the government of deliberately intimidating Kenyans ahead of Gen Z-led commemorations marking two years since the protests, while security agencies warned they were prepared to respond to any unrest. Demonstrators are expected to take to the streets on June 25.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The government has dismissed claims by some politicians that Thursday's anniversary of the Gen Z protests will be declared a public holiday, with the Government Spokesperson stating the country cannot afford further economic disruptions as businesses recover from recent demonstrations that caused losses estimated at more than 6 billion shillings.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government has dismissed claims that the Gen Z protest anniversary this Thursday will be declared a public holiday, urging Kenyans to proceed with normal activities. Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura said the country cannot afford further economic disruptions, citing losses of more than 6 billion shillings from recent demonstrations.
23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government warned it will deploy security forces against anyone who turns violent during planned demonstrations this week to mark the second anniversary of the Gen Z protests, while ruling out declaring June 25 a public holiday. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said the right to peaceful assembly is protected under the Constitution but drew a distinction between lawful protest and criminal conduct.
22 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto reaffirmed the government's commitment to promoting inclusion for persons with disabilities during International Albinism Awareness Day celebrations in Thika, pledging continued investment in education, assistive technologies, and programmes to remove barriers to participation in society. He called on Kenyans to embrace diversity and reject discrimination, saying human worth is not defined by disability or appearance.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya observed International Albinism Awareness Day on Saturday during celebrations at Thika School for the Visually Impaired, with speakers noting progress in supporting persons with albinism but identifying gaps, particularly in sunscreen lotion provision. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the government is committed to ensuring children with disabilities have equal opportunities to learn and succeed.
13 June 2026 · The Standard →
Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has called for intervention from parents, teachers and wider society to address a growing wave of student unrest across the country, stating that strikes and destruction of school property reflect deeper social challenges facing families and society.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has screened over 77,000 travellers at entry points and placed 37 people in quarantine as health authorities intensify surveillance and preparedness measures against Ebola following outbreaks in neighbouring countries. The government has deployed risk assessment teams, strengthened laboratory capacity, and trained healthcare workers on disease surveillance, with no local cases detected so far.
8 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenyan government has announced KSh200,000 in compensation for each of the 16 families who lost students in the Utumishi Girls Academy dormitory fire, plus the family of a parent killed in a road accident while rushing to the school. The State will also cover full medical costs for more than 79 hospitalized students.
7 June 2026 · Capital News →
Government data shows 10,581 child protection cases recorded between January 2025 and March 2026, with abandonment (6,820), abductions (1,952), and missing children (1,636) comprising the majority; about 2,328 children remain unaccounted for. Police records show fewer missing children cases and suggest public concern is driven by social media awareness rather than a surge in actual incidents.
31 May 2026 · The Standard →
A government pathologist has arrived at Utumishi Girls Academy in Nakuru County, where 16 students died in a dormitory fire. The school has been indefinitely closed, 79 students were injured, and bodies have been transferred to Naivasha General Hospital for DNA identification.
28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura defended President William Ruto's visits to Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, saying the engagements unlock economic opportunities and strengthen Kenya's diplomatic relations. Mwaura noted that bilateral agreements signed during the visit aim to boost export markets for Kenya's agricultural products including tea, coffee, and horticultural produce.
23 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, President Ruto said Africa no longer seeks loans but demands balanced, mutually beneficial investment partnerships and equal voice in the global financial order, moving away from one-sided relationships. He plans to present Africa's case to the Group of Seven summit.
11 May 2026 · The Standard →
Senator Godfrey Osotsi was assaulted by hooded youths in Kisumi; he alleged the attack was politically motivated. The incident has reignited concerns about a resurgence of politically sponsored criminal gangs, which historically have been used for electoral intimidation and were a major factor in the post-2007 election violence that killed about 1,500 people.
10 May 2026 · The Standard →
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura says the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs has cut embassy rental expenses by 3 billion shillings annually through fiscal reforms. The reforms are part of broader efficiency and accountability measures, and the government has also strengthened engagement with the Kenyan diaspora through formalised labour mobility agreements.
4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government has added fertility treatment, including In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), to the public teacher medical scheme under the Social Health Authority, which now covers 30.8 million Kenyans. The Social Health Authority expanded health coverage beyond the defunct NHIF, which covered fewer than eight million people, and also removed co-payments for teachers and expanded benefits to include specialised treatment abroad.
4 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya created 822,100 new jobs in 2025, with the informal sector driving more than 87 per cent of the growth, according to Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura citing Kenya National Bureau of Statistics data. Construction was the fastest-growing employer, expanding by 6.7 per cent, while formal wage employment grew more slowly at 2.8 per cent.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura announced that Kenya created 822,100 new jobs in 2025, pushing total employment to 21.6 million, with the majority coming from the informal sector and growth driven by construction activity including affordable housing and road projects.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →