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Japheth Nyakundi

Also known as: Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi

2026-06-052026-11-06

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  1. October 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … Tafutana na sisi tufanye kazi pamoja na Rais William Ruto." UDA Treasurer Japheth Nyakundi added, “Kalonzo amekaa kwa siasa zaidi ya miaka arubaini, anakuambia uje chini kwa kijana mdogo ambaye ameingia juzi." The leaders also took aim at opposition figures, accusing them of fail …

    'Sifuna won't support you!' Kenya Kwanza leaders urge Kalonzo to back Ruto after heckling
  3. Capital News

    … Supporting the proposal, Kitutu Chache MP Japheth Nyakundi said the Government should ensure young people benefit from employment opportunities after completing their NYS training, given the public resources invested in equipping them with relevant skills. …

    MPs back plan to create security jobs for NYS graduates
  4. The Standard

    … Kitutu Chache MP Japheth Nyakundi said the country risked wasting public resources by training young people without ensuring they could put their skills to productive use. …

    MPs question fate of annual NYS graduates
  5. August 2026
  6. The Standard

    … Kitutu Chache North MP and UDA Treasurer Japheth Nyakundi lauded President Ruto's leadership, saying that since he took over, he has employed over 100,000 teachers, built affordable housing across the country and roads."William Ruto has helped us a lot. …

    Kenya Kwanza leaders hit out at opposition over IEBC attacks
  7. Citizen Digital

    … Nataka kuambia Matiangi, wewe usitusiwe uko, kuja tufanye kazi na Ruto, nafasi yako iko," said Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi. …

    Broad-based leaders warn opposition against alliance with Gachagua
  8. Capital News

    … Ruku was accompanied by Chuka/Igambang’ombe MP Patrick Munene, Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi, Lafey MP Mohammed Abdi and Taveta MP John Bwire, who also urged residents to support the government’s development agenda and remain united behind the Kenya Kwanza administratio …

    Ruku urges Muturi, Munya and Kivuti to back Kindiki, accuses Gachagua of dividing Mt Kenya
  9. Citizen Digital

    … Ruku was accompanied by Chuka/Igambang'ombe Member of Parliament Patrick Munene, Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi and Lafey MP Mohammed Abdi .

    CS Ruku urges Munya, JB Muturi, Kivuti to work with DP Kindiki
  10. July 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

    … esident Ruto's re-election in the next General Election. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi …

    Ruto allies push for second term in Kisii visit
  12. Capital News

    … Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi commended Western Kenya residents for embracing what he described as a development-focused agenda instead of political rhetoric.

    Broad-Based Leaders Rally Western Kenya Behind Ruto Ahead of 2027
  13. June 2026
  14. Citizen Digital

    … Likuyani MP Innocent Mugabe said: “Hata jana walijaribu kuandamana...wananchi sasa wameona ukora ya hao opposition...mbona wakiona teargas wanaingia kwa gari?” Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi added: “Sisi tumesema hatuwezi kula maandamano...Wakenya wanataka maendeleo…” Fa …

    Broad-based Gov't leaders fault opposition for 'inciting' Gen Z protests

Saturday 31 October

  1. Kenya Kwanza leaders urge Kalonzo to join government

    Kenya Kwanza leaders, led by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, have urged Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka to join the government side, saying his hostile reception during the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Movement showed he was no longer welcome in opposition ranks.

    31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 14 October

  1. MPs support hiring NYS graduates for security roles

    Members of Parliament have backed a proposal to prioritise the recruitment of National Youth Service graduates into government institutions and private security firms to address youth unemployment. The motion seeks a policy framework for deploying NYS graduates, who number about 18,000 annually, as security officers in public institutions.

    14 October 2026 · Capital News →

  2. MPs call for employment pathways for 18,000 annual NYS graduates

    Members of Parliament have questioned what happens to approximately 18,000 young Kenyans who graduate from the National Youth Service annually, calling on the Government to establish clear employment pathways and prioritise their absorption into the private security industry and government institutions.

    14 October 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 30 August

  1. Kenya Kwanza leaders defend IEBC against opposition attacks

    Kenya Kwanza leaders, including Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, have defended the IEBC's independence and urged opposition parties to allow it to work without political interference, ahead of the 2027 General Elections.

    30 August 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 7 August

  1. Broad-based leaders warn opposition against alliance with Gachagua

    Leaders allied to the Broad-based government have cautioned opposition figures against working with Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua, claiming he would sideline and overshadow political allies. The leaders urged Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Dr Fred Matiang'i to abandon the opposition and work with President William Ruto instead.

    7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Cabinet Secretary Ruku urges Mt Kenya leaders to back Kindiki

    Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has urged Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi, PNU leader Peter Munya, and DEP-Mbus leader Lenny Kivuti to work with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, accusing former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of dividing the Mt Kenya region and marginalizing the three leaders politically.

    6 August 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Cabinet Secretary urges Mt Kenya East leaders to unite with DP Kindiki

    Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has called on Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi, Party of National Unity leader Peter Munya, and Devolution Empowerment Party leader Lenny Kivuti to work alongside Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in advancing the Mt Kenya East region's interests, criticising former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for disrespecting leaders from the region while in opposition.

    6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 26 July

  1. Ruto allies campaign for second term in Kisii County visit

    Leaders allied to President William Ruto held public engagements in Kisii County, including church services and rallies, where they urged residents to support the President's development agenda and re-election bid.

    26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 19 July

  1. Senior leaders campaign for Ruto re-election in Western Kenya

    Senior leaders allied to the broad-based government, led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, have intensified campaigns in Western Kenya to consolidate political support for President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid, while promising continued regional development.

    19 July 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 26 June

  1. Broad-based government leaders accuse opposition of inciting Gen Z protests

    Leaders from the broad-based government, including National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, have accused opposition parties of inciting youth into protests, saying the opposition lacks a development record and uses street protests for selfish gains rather than presenting policy alternatives.

    26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 22 June

  1. Ruto allies urge Kenyans to maintain peace during Thursday protests

    Ruto-allied leaders, including Farouk Kibet and Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah, have called on Kenyans to maintain peace and avoid disruption during planned demonstrations later in the week, while defending the government's development agenda and the Finance Bill.

    22 June 2026 · Capital News →

Sunday 21 June

  1. Kenya Kwanza leaders condemn opposition's planned June 25 protests

    A section of Kenya Kwanza leaders, including President Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet, has criticized the opposition over planned protests slated for June 25, urging Kenyans to prioritize peace, unity, and development instead of political confrontations.

    21 June 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 20 June

  1. Kenya Kwanza leaders condemn June 25 Gen Z anniversary protests

    Kenya Kwanza leaders have condemned planned Gen Z anniversary demonstrations slated for June 25, urging Kenyans to reject the protests and support the government's development agenda instead. More than 17 leaders made these calls during a women's empowerment programme in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, while also urging security agencies to maintain law and order during the planned demonstrations.

    20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 5 June

  1. Mediation committee works to resolve revenue allocation disagreement

    A Mediation Committee co-chaired by MPs and a senator has begun deliberations to break a deadlock between the National Assembly and Senate over the Division of Revenue Bill, 2026. The two houses differ on the county allocation: the Assembly approved 420 billion shillings while the Senate amended it to 454.7 billion shillings, citing county governments' financial obligations.

    5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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