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Kawira Mwangaza

Also known as: former Kawira Mwangaza · former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza · Ms Mwangaza

Former Meru Governor who recently joined Linda Mwananchi opposition movement and endorsed Senator Sifuna for 2027 presidency.

2026-04-282026-09-18

In coverage

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  1. May 2026
  2. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeFormer Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has threatened to sue her successor, Isaac Mutuma, over alleged defamation.

    Mwangaza wants governor to apologise over alleged defamatory remarks
  3. Citizen Digital

    The CS also criticized former Peter Munya and former Kawira Mwangaza over their attacks on Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, urging them to respect him and acknowledge his growing influence in the Mt Kenya region.

    Ruku tells off Gachagua, says President Ruto does not need permission to tour Mt.Kenya
  4. April 2026
  5. Citizen Digital

    a.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); On 28th April 2023, the President again revisited the Nithi topic, promising a church audience, in the presence of then-governor Kawira Mwangaza

    Nithi Bridge: Ruto’s pledge to fix ‘killer bridge’ draws fresh scrutiny years on

Yesterday

  1. Deputy President Kindiki dismisses Meru critics, backs development record

    Deputy President Kithure Kindiki accused opposition leaders in Meru of belittling him to distract from development work, while inspecting hospital upgrades in the region. He said he and President Ruto would focus on implementing projects for the people and that their development record would earn them re-election in August 2027.

    17 September 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 10 September

  1. Linda Mwananchi group faces violence threats at Nairobi rally

    The Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi political outfit has received threats of violence at their rallies scheduled for Nairobi this weekend. The brigade includes Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza.

    10 September 2026 · The Standard

Monday 31 August

  1. Linda Mwananchi leaders campaign in Meru region

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, leading the Linda Mwananchi brigade, visited Mount Kenya region and made claims about an alleged government scheme to rig the August 10 General elections.

    31 August 2026 · The Standard

  2. Linda Mwananchi leaders tour Meru, claim election-rigging scheme

    Leaders of the Linda Mwananchi brigade, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and accompanied by former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, made their first visit to Mount Kenya region, where they made claims about a government scheme to rig the August 10 General elections.

    31 August 2026 · The Standard

  3. Police deny Nalitex won uniform tender, say Bedi awarded contract

    The National Police Service has dismissed media reports linking Nalitex Limited to a police uniform procurement, stating instead that Bedi Investments Limited was lawfully awarded the contract following a proper procurement process. The uniform change was part of broader police reforms recommended by the Maraga Task Force.

    31 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 30 August

  1. Teargas disrupts Linda Mwananchi rally; leaders back Sifuna

    A Linda Mwananchi rally in Meru was disrupted when a teargas canister was lobbed into the crowd, prompting supporters to scatter; the leaders at the meeting endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the presidency, amid tensions over rival candidacy claims within the movement.

    30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Babu Owino warns bloggers against supporting Linda Mwananchi and government

    Nairobi Gubernatorial Hopeful Babu Owino has issued a stern warning to bloggers and political operatives accused of playing both sides of the political divide, telling them they cannot simultaneously champion the Linda Mwananchi opposition movement and support President William Ruto's administration. Speaking during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Meru on Sunday, Babu said the movement would not tolerate individuals he described as "traitors" who had infiltrated its ranks.

    30 August 2026 · Capital News

  3. Linda Mwananchi movement rallies in Meru, attacks police uniform tender

    The Linda Mwananchi opposition movement held its first Meru County rally on Sunday, with Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition leaders criticizing President William Ruto over a disputed police uniform tender and positioning the movement ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Sifuna urges Ruto to deliver campaign promises, not Vision 2060

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna challenged President William Ruto to focus on fulfilling Kenya Kwanza's 2022 campaign promises within the five-year mandate instead of pursuing a long-term Vision 2060 blueprint, saying Kenyans face immediate economic hardships the government has failed to address.

    30 August 2026 · Capital News

  5. Former Meru Governor backs Sifuna's 2027 presidential bid

    Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the 2027 presidency, recalling her 2024 impeachment by the Meru County Assembly and crediting Sifuna and other leaders for opposing her removal.

    30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 29 August

  1. Mwangaza seeks police protection for Sifuna's Meru rallies

    Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has appealed to police for protection after youths in Igembe South warned against her accompanying Senator Edwin Sifuna to rallies scheduled for August 30, citing a previous incident in Maua when her rally was attacked. Mwangaza vowed to attend Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi activities regardless, describing the intimidation as "goonism."

    29 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Babu Owino denies rift with Sifuna, calls for opposition unity

    Embakasi East MP Babu Owino dismissed reports of a political fallout with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, reaffirming support for his Linda Mwananchi co-principal and urging opposition unity ahead of the 2027 General Election. He characterized the rift reports as attempts to divide the opposition and weaken efforts to challenge President William Ruto.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 22 August

  1. Mwangaza calls for peaceful Linda Mwananchi tour in Meru

    Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has called for a peaceful Linda Mwananchi tour of Meru County on August 30, welcoming the opposition outfit led by Senator Edwin Sifuna. Mwangaza, a recent joiner of the movement and endorsed of Sifuna for President, expects a successful visit.

    22 August 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 15 August

  1. AG rejects need for new Supreme Court advisory on candidacy eligibility

    The Attorney General has rejected the need for a new Supreme Court advisory opinion regarding whether Gachagua and Mwangaza are eligible to compete in next year's elections.

    15 August 2026 · The Standard

Monday 3 August

  1. Azimio coalition admits three new members ahead of 2027 election

    The Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party has admitted three new members—Fred Matiang'i, Peter Munya, and Lenny Kivuti—and is undertaking internal restructuring and rebranding in preparation for the 2027 General Election, with plans to invite additional parties.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 26 July

  1. Western Kenya demands unified voice in 2027 election

    Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya declared at a Linda Mwananchi rally in Western Kenya that the region will end political fragmentation and speak with one voice to seek leadership representation ahead of the 2027 General Election, moving beyond what he described as years of "begging" for government inclusion.

    26 July 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Meru Governor fires Land CEC; cracks widen in cabinet

    Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma dismissed Land CEC Joy Karwitha without stating a reason, following the earlier resignation of Legal Affairs CEC Marias Maranya. Governor Mutuma has nominated Dorothy Wanja Ruitah to replace Karwitha.

    23 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 22 June

  1. Meru farmer secures US coffee market, calls for higher production

    Charles Mutwiri of Mukarimu Coffee Estates returned from California after meeting US buyers interested in Kenyan coffee, saying there is significant demand for the crop. He urged farmers to increase production to meet buyer requirements, noting that California buyers alone need at least four containers monthly.

    22 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 14 June

  1. High Court ruling on Gachagua impeachment redefines public participation threshold

    A High Court judgment upholding former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment has sparked legal debate over what constitutes adequate public participation in state decisions. The ruling, which dismissed arguments from over 40 petitioners claiming public participation was deficient, marks a shift from courts' traditional stance of demanding greater public consultation in legislative and administrative processes.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 15 May

  1. President Ruto, Deputy Kindiki mourn former Governor Kiraitu's daughter

    President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki have condoled with former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi following the death of his daughter, Anita Kendi Murungi. Several other leaders, including current Governors Isaac Mutuma and Muthomi Njuki, and former Governor Kawira Mwangaza, also sent their condolences to Kiraitu and his family.

    15 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Kirinyaga Governor defends support for President Ruto

    Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru defended her support for President William Ruto, saying she must work with the national government to deliver development projects in the county, as county governments lack adequate resources. She made the remarks while launching the Mwea Integrated Water Supply Rehabilitation and Expansion Project in Wang'uru town.

    12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 11 May

  1. Mwangaza demands Mutuma apologise for defamation claims

    Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has issued a legal demand notice to her successor, Governor Isaac Mutuma, requiring him to retract and apologise for statements made on or about May 8, 2026, in which Mutuma allegedly claimed Mwangaza was using proxies to institute court proceedings to halt county staff recruitment and damage the Public Service Board website.

    11 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 10 May

  1. Ruku defends Ruto's right to tour Mt Kenya without restrictions

    Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku attacked former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for suggesting Mt Kenya residents should "let" President Ruto visit, stating the President is a national leader elected by all Kenyans and requires no one's permission to tour any part of the country.

    10 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Ruto's repeated promises on Nithi Bridge reconstruction remain unfulfilled

    President William Ruto has repeatedly pledged to reconstruct the Nithi Bridge since 2022, but has yet to deliver on the promise or show signs of commencing work. The bridge has been designated a top policy priority, with the President repeatedly touring the region and setting timelines to pacify residents, but without follow-up action.

    28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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