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Ken Lusaka

Also known as: Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka

Ken Lusaka — Bungoma Governor positioning Western region to succeed President William Ruto in 2032.

2026-04-302026-08-05

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Meanwhile, speaking at the same event on behalf of Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka, Deputy Governor Janepher Mbatiany assured participants and visitors of their safety and the county’s readiness to host the massive national event.

    Govt eyes creative economy billions with new push to commercialise student talent
  3. Citizen Digital

    The leaders, led by Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka and Kakamegaa Deputy Governor Ayub Savula as well as a host of Members of Parliament, at same time hailed President Ruto’s address saying it's a pointer to good governance.

    Kenya Kwanza leaders urge Ruto to root out State House 'moles' after Gachagua leak claims
  4. July 2026
  5. The Standard

    "Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka has already initiated high-level consultative meetings among Luhya leaders to map out the strategy, and the ultimate plan is to fully support Ruto in 2027 by delivering a staggering 4 million votes from the region, which would logically position a lea

    Khalwale, Savula clash over western Kenya's political direction ahead of 2027 polls
  6. June 2026
  7. The Standard

    Wetang’ula welcomed the Ministry’s commitment to complete the project by October 2026. “We want a full audit of works done, what is pending and ensure its completion so that it is put to use,” the Speaker said.Mvurya and Wetang’ula were accompanied by Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka

    Rehabilitation of Masinde Muliro Stadium to be complete by October
  8. Citizen Digital

    Also expected to attend are Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa, Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka, and Trade Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, among other national and regional leaders.

    'Two-term' leaders head to Butere for women, boda boda empowerment drive
  9. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeBungoma Governor Ken Lusaka has said the Mulembe Nation is positioned to succeed President William Ruto in 2032.

    Governor Lusaka speaks of Ruto's succession in 2032
  10. May 2026
  11. Capital News

    Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka and Senate Majority Leader David Wakoli also urged politicians allied to the Linda Mwananchi faction, who are seeking to unseat their senior leaders, to exercise restraint and pursue their ambitions with respect and decorum.

    Wetang’ula rebukes Youthful Politicians Against Turning Funerals Into Political Battlegrounds
  12. Citizen Digital

    Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka also defended the government’s development record, highlighting ongoing investments in infrastructure, healthcare and economic empowerment projects across the county.

    Ruto announces seed subsidy plan, Bungoma Level Six hospital
  13. The Standard

    Leaders already present in the chilly, drizzling morning include Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua, Cooperative CS Wycliffe Oparanya, COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli, Governors Ken Lusaka (Bungoma), Wilber Ottichilo (Vihiga), and Kakamega's Fernandes Barasa.

    Vihiga lights up to Labour Day celebrations
  14. April 2026
  15. Citizen Digital

    Also in attendance were Governors Hillary Barchok (Bomet), Eric Mutai (Kericho), Ken Lusaka (Bungoma), Gladys Wanga (Homa Bay), and Ochillo Ayacko (Migori).

    Ruto defends economic record, says Kenya on path to transformation
Culture

Government pushes commercialisation of student creative talents for economic growth

The News

Kenya's government announced plans to commercialise student talents to tap into the global creative economy, aligning educational programmes with national economic priorities. The Basic Education Principal Secretary stated the state aims to turn co-curricular activities into viable economic pathways as part of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.

4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Government pushes commercialisation of student creative talents for economic growth

    Kenya's government announced plans to commercialise student talents to tap into the global creative economy, aligning educational programmes with national economic priorities. The Basic Education Principal Secretary stated the state aims to turn co-curricular activities into viable economic pathways as part of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 1 August

  1. Kenya Kwanza leaders call on Ruto to remove State House security leaks

    Kenya Kwanza leaders have urged President Ruto to address alleged information leaks from State House, claiming that details of his State of the Nation address were disclosed to former deputy Rigathi Gachagua before delivery. The leaders, speaking in Kakamega County, described the alleged moles as a national security threat.

    1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 19 July

  1. Khalwale and Savula clash over Western Kenya's 2027 election direction

    Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale publicly disagreed with Deputy Governor Ayub Savula at a funeral in Lugari constituency over Western region's political path ahead of the 2027 General Election. Khalwale called on Savula to drop support for President William Ruto's re-election bid and instead back Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the presidency.

    19 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Masinde Muliro Stadium rehabilitation to finish by October 2026

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called for speedy completion of the stalled Masinde Muliro Kanduyi Stadium in Bungoma County, welcoming the Sports Ministry's commitment to finish the project by October 2026. The upgraded facility is intended to nurture sports talent and position Bungoma as a regional sporting hub, with plans to add pitches for basketball, netball, volleyball, handball and a public pool.

    23 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 12 June

  1. National leaders visit Butere for women, boda boda empowerment

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula is leading a delegation of national and county leaders to Butere Constituency for a socio-economic empowerment drive targeting women groups and boda boda operators, hosted by Butere MP Tindi Mwale under his #JeshiLaTutam banner.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Bungoma Governor Lusaka positions Western region for 2032 presidency

    Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka said the Western region is not interested in the Deputy President position in 2027, but is positioning itself to succeed President William Ruto in 2032, citing the region's numerical advantage and leadership capacity.

    2 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 30 May

  1. Wetang'ula criticizes young politicians using funerals for political attacks

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has rebuked youthful politicians for using funeral gatherings to wage political battles against senior leaders through insults, saying such conduct violates African cultural values and undermines community unity.

    30 May 2026 · Capital News

Saturday 16 May

  1. Ruto announces seed subsidy and Bungoma Level Six hospital

    President Ruto announced that the government will begin subsidising seeds from the next financial year to boost agricultural production and food security, complementing the existing fertiliser subsidy programme. He also announced plans to establish a Level Six hospital in Bungoma County to provide specialised healthcare services and reduce pressure on Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 1 May

  1. Vihiga hosts Kenya's 61st Labour Day celebrations outside Nairobi

    Kenya's 61st Labour Day celebrations are being held at Friends School Chavakali High in Vihiga County, marking the first time the event has been hosted outside Nairobi. The gathering includes senior government officials and is organised around the theme "Strengthening Local Production and Protecting Workers' Rights."

    1 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 30 April

  1. Ruto defends economic record, cites three-year growth

    President William Ruto said Kenya is changing for the better and pointed to economic growth during his three years in office as proof the country is headed in the right direction. He highlighted progress in universal health coverage, agriculture, education and housing, and vowed that Kenya will become a first-world economy within his lifetime.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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