Also known as: Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago · Senator Jackson Mandago · current Uasin Gishu Senator
Uasin Gishu Senator acquitted in 2026 of charges related to a Sh1.1 billion Finland scholarship programme fraud case.
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The Standard
… Kindiki was accompanied by Rift Valley leaders, including Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi, William Kamket (Tiaty), Reuben Kiborek (Mogotio) and Senator Jackson Mandago (Uasin Gishu), among others. …
Spare no one in war against goons, Kindiki tells MurkomenCitizen Digital
… He also criticised ODM figures who have aligned themselves with Ruto, naming Siaya Governor James Orengo, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed, Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago and Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary …
Gachagua launches fresh attack on Ruto over SHA, KRA and ODMCapital News
… Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago said opposition leaders were free to take their campaigns to the Rift Valley region, but warned that those who incited Kenyans through tribal talk would not be tolerated. …
Ruto Unveils Measures to Protect Food Security Amid Below-Average RainfallThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeUasin Gishu senator Jackson Mandago has cautioned the opposition against spreading tribal and divisive politics ahead of the planned Nakuru campaigns. …
Mandago warns Gachagua against inciting Rift Valley ahead of Nakuru tourCitizen Digital
Victims of Finland scholarship scandal threaten weekly protests after court freed Mandago By Cyrus Sholim July 29, 2026 08:13 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Victims of the Finland and Can …
Victims of Finland scholarship scandal threaten weekly protests after court freed MandagoCapital News
… a, Jul 28 – Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has proposed an elders-led Alternative Justice System (AJS) framework to resolve the long-running Sh1.1 billion Finland and Canada education programme dispute, days after former Governor and current Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago …
Bii fronts elders-backed AJS to resolve Sh1.1bn Finland education saga after Mandago acquittalThe Standard
… Mandago and his co-accused were facing charges of conspiring to steal Sh1.1 billion from a Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) account in Eldoret registered under the Uasin Gishu Education Trust Fund, which was intended for overseas university fees for scholarship students. …
Parents, students protest to demand refund in Sh1.1 b Finland scholarship sagaThe Standard
… Yet the recent acquittal of Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago and his co-accused in the Sh1.1 billion Finland scholarship case has reopened painful wounds! …
When Justice Wears a Blindfold... and EarplugsCitizen Digital
Families demand justice after court acquits Mandago in Ksh.1.1B Finland scholarship case By Maryanne Nyambura July 24, 2026 09:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago during a …
Families demand justice after court acquits Mandago in Ksh.1.1B Finland scholarship caseCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Jul 24 – Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago has called on the Uasin Gishu County Government to compensate parents who lost money under the controversial Finland and Canada scholarship programme, shortly after he was acquitted in the criminal case linked to the ini …
Mandago Calls for Compensation of Parents Affected by Finland Scholarship Programme After AcquittalDeputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to launch a crackdown on political goons used by politicians to disrupt rallies and instil fear, telling him to deploy the same energy used to tackle banditry in the North Rift. Kindiki also told Murkomen not to spare government-allied leaders who hire goons to intimidate rivals.
30 August 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to launch a crackdown on political goons used by politicians to disrupt rallies and instil fear, telling him to deploy the same energy used to tackle banditry in the North Rift. Kindiki also told Murkomen not to spare government-allied leaders who hire goons to intimidate rivals.
30 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused President Ruto's administration of using state agencies to intimidate Kenyans and mismanaging the Social Health Authority, claiming the KRA targets businesses with tax demands and that delegations visiting Kenya complained about SHA's performance.
19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Ruto announced that the Government will reduce the cost of fertiliser and seeds to help farmers plant during expected September and October rains, following below-average rainfall that has affected crop production. As a long-term measure, the Government plans to construct 50 mega dams, 200 medium and 1,000 micro dams to expand irrigation farming in arid and semi-arid areas.
3 August 2026 · Capital News →
Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago has cautioned the opposition against spreading tribal and divisive politics ahead of planned Nakuru campaigns, specifically warning Rigathi Gachagua's DCP party against inciting people during visits to the Rift Valley region ahead of the 2027 General Election.
2 August 2026 · The Standard →
Victims of Finland and Canada scholarships fraud held demonstrations in Eldoret, threatening weekly protests until their funds are refunded, after a court acquitted senator Jackson Mandago and two others in the case. The victims say they submitted substantial evidence including bank slips, account details, and admission letters.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Governor Jonathan Bii has proposed an elders-led Alternative Justice System framework to resolve the Sh1.1 billion Finland and Canada education programme dispute, following the acquittal of former Governor Jackson Mandago in the criminal case. Bii said the county is ready to facilitate mediation involving elders, clergy, MCAs, and community leaders to achieve compensation and closure for affected families.
28 July 2026 · Capital News →
Parents and students who lost funds in a Sh1.1 billion Finland and Canada scholarship fraud protested in Eldoret on Tuesday, blocking the Eldoret-Nakuru highway and visiting county and anti-corruption offices to demand refunds. Affected individuals reported losing hundreds of thousands of shillings, with the issue remaining unresolved since July of the previous year.
28 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that the standoff between Kenya's Judiciary and Law Society reflects deeper concerns about accountability and impartiality in the justice system, illustrated by public reaction to recent high-profile acquittals that has shaken confidence in the courts despite legal principles of presumption of innocence.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
A Nakuru court acquitted Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago and two co-accused of charges in a Ksh.1.1 billion Finland scholarship case allegedly operated by the county government, dismissing all charges for lack of evidence. Families who enrolled in the programme and invested millions of shillings report anguish over the ruling and their financial losses.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago has called on the county government to compensate parents who lost money under the Finland and Canada scholarship programme, shortly after he was acquitted along with two former county officials of criminal charges related to the Sh1.1 billion initiative.
24 July 2026 · Capital News →
A Nakuru court acquitted Senator Jackson Mandago and two co-accused in a case involving a 1.1 billion shilling Finland education scholarship scheme after finding the prosecution failed to establish a case against them despite testimony from dozens of witnesses.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi dismissed the Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi team's presidential ambitions, arguing they lack what it takes to vie for the country's top seat and predicting the opposition will be unsuccessful in 2027.
10 July 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago has urged youth to review Thursday's Finance Bill 2026 parliamentary debate before participating in planned protests next week, contending that some leaders have spread misinformation about the proposed law, including false claims about taxation of second-hand clothes.
19 June 2026 · Capital News →
At least nine candidates are positioning themselves to succeed Governor Benjamin Cheboi in Baringo County, with the battle for the United Democratic Alliance ticket emerging as the defining political contest. Leading contenders include former Cabinet Secretary Simon Chelugui and former Governor Stanley Kiptis.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua has raised concerns over severe congestion and bed-sharing in public health facilities across the county, warning that overcrowded wards and inadequate infrastructure pose threats to infection control and increase disease outbreak risks. He has called on the Senate Standing Committee on Health to provide details on measures to strengthen infection prevention systems and resources allocated for facility upgrades.
12 June 2026 · Capital News →
Professionals with roots in the Kaptagat ecosystem are advancing a conservation model that combines forest protection with community prosperity. The Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme, championed by Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo, shifts focus from "Fortress conservation" to ensuring surrounding communities benefit from the forest.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi has promised to reveal details of talks with President William Ruto at an appropriate forum, describing the issues as sensitive and weighty. His pledge comes amid rising political tension in Baringo County, where residents have pressured him over his decision to step down for the UDA candidate in a senatorial by-election.
17 May 2026 · The Standard →
Mogotio MP Reuben Kiborek's remarks criticizing Baringo County's development despite consistent political support have sparked a political row in the Rift Valley, with allies of former President Daniel Arap Moi defending his legacy and calling for respect for past leaders.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale told the Senate Health Committee that doctors allegedly involved in interfering with a report on illegal organ transplants at Mediheal hospitals were suspended, and the investigation process was redone by a new committee, with the government taking the matter seriously.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →