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Kiharu

2026-04-272026-07-05

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Speaking on Saturday in Wamunyoro, Nyeri County, the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) party leader alleged that while he was still serving as Deputy President, President Ruto hosted him alongside National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wa and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro at h

    Ruto offered me, Ichung'wa and Ndindi Nyoro 500 acres of land, Gachagua claims
  3. The Standard

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has said he regrets supporting President William Ruto in the 2022 General Election.

    Ndindi Nyoro to William Ruto: I regret supporting you
  4. Capital News

    A total of 186 MPs were absent during the vote, including Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, one of the Bill’s outspoken critics.

    LSK Puts Govt on Notice Over Finance Act 2026, Warns of Court Action Against ‘Administrative Overreach’
  5. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya July 1 – Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has accused the government of quietly abandoning Kenya’s free education programme by failing to release the full capitation funds promised to public schools.

    Nyoro accuses govt of slashing school capitation
  6. The Standard

    Taveta MP John Bwire and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro tied for third place with 76 per cent.

    Babu Owino, Kalasinga best performing MPs in latest Infotrak ranking
  7. June 2026
  8. The Standard

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has been forced to bite the bullet, and will soon announce which political outfit he will embrace.

    Ndindi plans major political move in three weeks
  9. Citizen Digital

    Ndindi Nyoro promises to unveil political direction in 3 to 4 weeks By Brian Kimani June 27, 2026 06:49 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro speaks at Deliverance Church, Christ Centre, Ka

    Ndindi Nyoro promises to unveil political direction in 3 to 4 weeks
  10. The Standard

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro when he appeared before the Budget and Appropriations Committee at Argyle Grand Hotel in Nairobi on May 27, 2026.

    Ndindi Nyoro: The quiet unraveling of rising star
  11. Citizen Digital

    'You're a mole!' Ndindi Nyoro under intense fire for skipping Finance Bill vote By Kenneth Gachie June 20, 2026 10:08 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro chairs a past session of the Nati

    'You're a mole!' Ndindi Nyoro under intense fire for skipping Finance Bill vote
  12. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 20 – Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro says his absence from Parliament during Thursday’s critical debate and vote on the 2026 Finance Bill was regrettable Speaking via a post on his social media account, Nyoro explained that he had travelled abroad for engagements he sai

    Kiharu MP Nyoro admits fault over absence during finance bill vote
Politics

Gachagua alleges Ruto offered land to weaken Mt Kenya

The News

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claimed that President William Ruto once offered him 300 acres and two senior Kenya Kwanza leaders 100 acres each at Kilgoris, alleging the move was part of a plan to weaken the Mt Kenya region's economic influence.

Why it matters

Gachagua's allegations about Ruto offering land to weaken Mt Kenya region reveal claimed political strategy and regional tensions at the highest level.

4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Gachagua alleges Ruto offered land to weaken Mt Kenya

    Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claimed that President William Ruto once offered him 300 acres and two senior Kenya Kwanza leaders 100 acres each at Kilgoris, alleging the move was part of a plan to weaken the Mt Kenya region's economic influence.

    4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 3 July

  1. Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro regrets supporting President Ruto

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has said he regrets supporting President William Ruto in the 2022 General Election and has publicly ditched Ruto's United Democratic Alliance Party.

    3 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 2 July

  1. LSK warns government of court action over Finance Act implementation

    The Law Society of Kenya has placed the government on notice over implementation of the Finance Act 2026, warning it will challenge in court any administrative actions that violate constitutional principles or unfairly burden Kenyans. LSK President Charles Kanjama said the society would monitor the rollout of new tax measures, particularly provisions affecting digital services, withholding taxes, and compliance obligations.

    2 July 2026 · Capital News

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Nyoro accuses government of cutting school capitation funds

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has accused the government of quietly abandoning Kenya's free education programme by failing to release the full capitation funds promised to public schools, claiming schools have received only Sh11,000 per learner through the end of the second term instead of the promised Sh22,000 annually.

    1 July 2026 · Capital News

  2. Babu Owino, Kalasinga lead MPs in Infotrak approval ratings

    An Infotrak survey of 87,286 respondents across all 47 counties ranked Embakasi East MP Babu Owino as Kenya's best-performing legislator with 80 per cent approval, followed by Kabuchai MP Majimbo Kalasinga at 78 per cent. The rankings assessed elected leaders on accessibility, responsiveness, accountability and fulfilment of campaign promises.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 28 June

  1. Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro to announce political party move

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro will soon announce which political outfit he will join, according to The Standard.

    28 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 27 June

  1. Kiharu MP Nyoro seeks three-to-four weeks to unveil political direction

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro asked Kenyans to give him three to four weeks to publicly outline his political direction and vision for the country's future. He also dismissed claims that he is a political double agent, saying his actions and public positions speak for themselves.

    27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 21 June

  1. Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro criticized for missing major Assembly votes

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has faced intense criticism for missing three major votes in the National Assembly: the Finance Bill 2025, the Finance Bill 2026, and the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in October 2024.

    21 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 20 June

  1. Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro absent during Finance Bill Third Reading vote

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro was absent from the National Assembly during the Finance Bill 2026 Third Reading vote, which passed 122–40, drawing criticism on social media from Kenyans who noted his recent vocal opposition to government policies.

    20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kiharu MP Nyoro admits absence from Finance Bill vote

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro acknowledged his regrettable absence from Parliament during the 2026 Finance Bill debate and vote, saying he had travelled abroad for previously scheduled engagements. He noted public feedback reflected the responsibility of leaders and cited his past interventions on policy issues including secondary school fees and Safaricom share sales.

    20 June 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 31 May

  1. Murang'a County upgrades 170 public health facilities to Starlink

    Murang'a County has upgraded all 170 public health facilities from cable to satellite (Starlink) internet, which Governor Irungu Kang'ata said will enhance efficiency and be faster and more cost-effective than the previous system.

    31 May 2026 · Capital News

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Cherargei accuses Nyoro of hypocrisy over fuel prices

    Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has accused Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro of hypocrisy over fuel prices, claiming Nyoro contributed to the current tax regime on petroleum products while serving as Chairperson of the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee. Cherargei says Nyoro has no moral authority to propose measures to lower fuel prices after being part of the decision to raise VAT on petroleum products from 8% to 16% in 2023/2024.

    20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 16 May

  1. MP Nyoro seeks Parliament recall to debate fuel price reduction

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has called for the urgent recall of the National Assembly from recess to consider proposed legislative amendments aimed at reducing fuel prices by lowering taxes and levies on petroleum products amid public concern over rising living costs.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. MP seeks Parliament recall to debate fuel price reduction

    Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has written to the Speaker seeking Parliament's recall from recess to consider proposed amendments aimed at reducing fuel prices, which he says continue to impact transport costs, commodity prices, and household budgets.

    16 May 2026 · Capital News

  3. Nyoro proposes tax cuts to reduce fuel prices

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has proposed reducing fuel excise duty by four shillings and removing Value Added Tax on fuel products, measures he says could bring prices below Sh190 if approved by Parliament.

    16 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 15 May

  1. Nyoro accuses officials of profiteering from G2G fuel scheme

    Former House Budget Committee Chair Ndindi Nyoro has accused senior government officials of profiteering from the government-to-government fuel importation arrangement, claiming politically connected individuals benefit from the scheme while Kenyans face record-high pump prices.

    15 May 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 3 May

  1. Murang'a Governor Kang'ata quits UDA, cites party persecution

    Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata announced he will not defend his seat on the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket in 2027, warning that the party is repeating persecution tactics that enabled its 2022 victory. Kang'ata said UDA's current conduct mirrors Jubilee government tactics that previously garnered sympathy for the opposition, and noted the party has drawn no lessons from its own history.

    3 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 27 April

  1. Archivist's death highlights loss of living historical knowledge

    Dr Maina David Kagombe, Kenya's renowned archivist and National Archives director, died on April 13, exemplifying the tragedy of disappearing living archives when knowledge holders pass away without transferring their expertise and historical memory to future generations.

    27 April 2026 · The Standard

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