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Jacaranda Grounds

2026-05-062026-09-14

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Standard

    From All Saints Cathedral to Jacaranda Grounds, it was a sea of humanity as thousands of supporters followed the Nairobi Senator and his Linda Mwananchi team through the city in a largely peaceful procession, chanting his name and cheering his declaration that he is ready to beco

    Linda Mwananchi storms Nairobi in bold Sifuna show of strength
  3. Citizen Digital

    The Linda Mwananchi team, who addressed their supporters at several stopovers before heading to the historic Jacaranda grounds, stated that they are committed to producing one opposition presidential candidate to face President William Ruto at the ballot.

    Orengo and Sifuna pledge to hold talks to produce one Presidential candidate
  4. Citizen Digital

    They were later expected to engage supporters in Eastlands before proceeding to a rally at Jacaranda Grounds.

    Linda Mwananchi leaders push opposition unity as Babu targets Sakaja in Nairobi
  5. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 13 — Security has been heightened in Nairobi ahead of the Linda Mwananchi movement’s rally at Jacaranda Grounds on Sunday.

    Security heightened at All Saints Cathedral CBD, as Nairobi braces for Sifuna’s Mwananchi Tour
  6. Citizen Digital

    Audio By Vocalize Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna faces one of his biggest political tests yet on Sunday as the Linda Mwananchi Movement takes its campaign to the capital in a high-profile mobilisation tour expected to culminate in a major rally at Jacaranda Grounds.

    Linda Mwananchi movement set for Nairobi rally in push for 2027
  7. Citizen Digital

    13, 2026 08:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud said police had received notification of the planned rally, which is expected to culminate at Jacaranda Grounds

    Linda Mwananchi group will not be allowed to hold rally in the CBD- Nairobi police boss Issa Mohamud
  8. Capital News

    The tour will conclude at Jacaranda Grounds.

    Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi tour barred in Nairobi CBD over security concerns
  9. The Standard

    ge Natembeya among others at Marikiti Market on September 13, 2026. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] Nairobi Senator and Linda Mwananchi Movement leader Edwin Sifuna has today taken his campaign to the capital through a series of tours that culminate in a rally at the Jacaranda Grounds

    IN PICTURES: Linda Mwananchi rally in Nairobi
  10. The Standard

    Audio By Vocalize A 34-year-old woman died Sunday after she was knocked down and run over by a Toyota Prado during the Linda Mwananchi rally at Jacaranda Grounds.

    Woman killed in hit and run at Jacaranda rally
  11. Capital News

    The tour will conclude at Jacaranda Grounds. Babu, who is eyeing the Nairobi Gubernatorial seat has called on Nairobi residents to join the engagement, which is expected to bring the Linda Mwananchi campaign closer to traders and residents in different parts of the capital.

    Linda Mwananchi lists seven stops for Nairobi Tour

Today

  1. Sifuna leads Linda Mwananchi rally in Nairobi ahead of 2027 election

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna held a large procession through Nairobi on Sunday as part of his Linda Mwananchi movement, declaring his readiness to become Kenya's sixth President and signaling his emergence as an opposition force ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    11 hours ago · The Standard

Yesterday

  1. Orengo pledges talks with Sifuna on opposition unity candidate

    Siaya Governor James Orengo has pledged to hold talks with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to produce a single Linda Mwananchi presidential candidate to face President William Ruto in next year's election.

    18 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Opposition leaders call for unity against Ruto ahead 2027 polls

    At a Linda Mwananchi rally in Nairobi, Senator Edwin Sifuna called on opposition leaders to unite against President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election, accusing the government of imposing heavy taxes and hurting businesses. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino used the platform to target Governor Johnson Sakaja in an early pitch for Nairobi's top job.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Nairobi heightens security ahead of Linda Mwananchi rally

    Security has been heightened in Nairobi ahead of the Linda Mwananchi movement's rally at Jacaranda Grounds on Sunday, with police restricting political gatherings in the CBD and warning that the CBD will remain out of bounds for processions. The Nairobi Regional Police Commander cited concerns that some individuals could mobilise unruly youths to confront rival groups, prompting increased patrols and police presence across the city.

    13 September 2026 · Capital News

  4. Linda Mwananchi movement holds Nairobi rally ahead of 2027

    The Linda Mwananchi Movement is holding a campaign tour in Nairobi on Sunday, beginning with a church service at All Saints Cathedral and proceeding through markets and neighborhoods before culminating in a rally at Jacaranda Grounds, where Senator Edwin Sifuna and MP Babu Owino are expected to address supporters.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Nairobi police ban Linda Mwananchi rally in CBD

    Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud said police have barred the Linda Mwananchi movement from holding a rally in the Central Business District on Sunday, warning leaders against inciting violence, though the rally is expected to culminate at Jacaranda Grounds.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  6. Nairobi police bar Linda Mwananchi tour from CBD

    Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud has prohibited the Linda Mwananchi Movement from holding political activities within Nairobi CBD, citing intelligence indicating potential disruptions to public order and security. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino had announced the movement's "Mwananchi Tour – Kanairo Edition" for Sunday, scheduled to visit several markets and neighbourhoods starting from All Saints Cathedral.

    13 September 2026 · Capital News

  7. Linda Mwananchi movement holds Nairobi campaign rally

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna led the Linda Mwananchi Movement on a tour of Nairobi on September 13, 2026, visiting markets and neighbourhoods before culminating in a rally at Jacaranda Grounds.

    13 September 2026 · The Standard

  8. Woman struck and killed in hit-and-run at Jacaranda rally

    A 34-year-old woman was knocked down and run over by a Toyota Prado at the Linda Mwananchi rally at Jacaranda Grounds on Sunday and died in hospital. Police are investigating the incident as a hit-and-run fatal road traffic accident; the vehicle's registration number was not captured.

    13 September 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 12 September

  1. Babu Owino announces Linda Mwananchi tour across Nairobi markets

    The Linda Mwananchi movement will conduct a grassroots campaign tour in Nairobi on Sunday, with stops at All Saints Cathedral, Marikiti and Gikomba markets, Burma Market, Stage 17, B Center, Manyanja, and concluding at Jacaranda Grounds. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, who is eyeing the Nairobi Gubernatorial seat, has invited residents to join the engagement.

    12 September 2026 · Capital News

  2. Linda Mwanachi group fears violence at Nairobi rally

    Three weeks after a coordinated attack in Homa Bay killed four people on August 16, 2026, the Linda Mwanachi movement faces threats ahead of a planned rally in Nairobi on Sunday at Jacaranda grounds in Embakasi. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka have warned of threats to the Senator Edwin Sifuna-led group, with critics on social media pledging to prevent the rally.

    12 September 2026 · The Standard

  3. Police restrict CBD access during Linda Mwananchi rally

    Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud has warned that organisers and supporters of the Linda Mwananchi rally scheduled for Jacaranda Grounds on Sunday will not be allowed to access the Central Business District. Police cite credible information that some individuals may seek to mobilise unruly youths and goons to disrupt the rally.

    12 September 2026 · The Standard

Friday 11 September

  1. ODM pledges not to disrupt Linda Mwananchi Nairobi rally

    The Orange Democratic Movement said it will not interfere with a Linda Mwananchi rally scheduled for Sunday at Jacaranda Grounds, with ODM Nairobi Chairman George Aladwa stating the party believes political competition should focus on ideas and policies rather than confrontations between supporters.

    11 September 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 10 September

  1. Kalonzo alleges Ruto targeting Burundian traders for opposition ties

    Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka claims President Ruto's directive against foreigners in small businesses is politically motivated, alleging the government turned against Burundian nationals after discovering some supported the opposition rather than registering as Ruto voters.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Authorities warn against harassing foreigners after exit orders

    Following President Ruto's directive that undocumented foreigners leave Kenya, authorities are mounting efforts to protect foreign nationals from harassment and violence. Assistant County Commissioners have warned residents against intimidating foreigners and clarified that the directive does not constitute a blanket ban, as at least two assault cases have been reported in Nairobi.

    10 September 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Man charged with hate speech against Burundian nationals

    A 32-year-old Kenyan man accused of making inflammatory remarks targeting Burundian nationals has been charged with hate speech and related offences after a video of him speaking at a September 6 gathering circulated online. He was released on a Sh300,000 bond pending a case mention on October 28.

    9 September 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Four arrested for harassing and extorting foreigners in Nairobi

    Police arrested four Kenyans accused of harassing and extorting foreign nationals in Nairobi's Nyamakima area, as part of an intensifying crackdown on exploitation of immigrants. The arrests follow government apologies over harassment linked to enforcement of foreign trader licensing requirements.

    8 September 2026 · Capital News

  2. Man arrested for alleged incitement against Burundian nationals

    Detectives have arrested a 32-year-old man over remarks allegedly targeting Burundian nationals with ethnic hatred, hostility and calls for violence during a Bunge la Mwananchi event. The arrest follows a government apology to the Burundian community over harassment linked to its crackdown on undocumented foreign traders.

    8 September 2026 · Capital News

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Nairobi's Jacaranda Grounds littered with waste from vendors and public

    Residents of Nairobi's Embakasi area are concerned about persistent littering at Jacaranda Grounds, a popular venue for leisure, sports, and community gatherings. Local officials say smalltime businesses near the grounds contribute to the problem by failing to provide disposal materials.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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