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Kuresoi North

Also known as: Kuresoi North Sub-County · Kuresoi North Constituency

2026-06-042026-07-29

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  1. June 2026
  2. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 23 – Twelve suspects have been charged with arson, assault and malicious damage to property incident in Umoja area following last week’s chaos in Kuresoi North.

    12 Suspects Charged With Arson and Assault In Kuresoi North Incident
  3. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeTwelve suspects connected to the chaos in Kuresoi North, where three people were shot, one bus was burned, and two vehicles vandalised, have been released on bond.

    12 linked to Kuresoi North shooting chaos released on bond
  4. Citizen Digital

    Speaking in Nakuru town on Saturday, Ngunjiri said the wave of disruptions most recently witnessed in Kuresoi North Constituency was a ticking time bomb that threatens to erode the peace Kenyans have long enjoyed.

    Former MP Ngunjiri blasts Governor Kihika, urges Ruto to tame chaos-fueling leaders
  5. The Standard

    Questions emerge over who mobilized youths in Kuresoi violence as 56 arrested. [Daniel Chege , Standard] Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai is yet to be arrested several hours after a shoot out that left three nursing gun shot wounds.

    MP in gun drama missing as questions emerge over who mobilized youths in Kuresoi
  6. The Standard

    Questions emerge over who mobilized youths in Kuresoi violence as 56 arrested. [Daniel Chege , Standard] Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai is yet to be arrested several hours after a shoot out that left three nursing gun shot wounds.

    MP in gun drama goes missing as questions emerge over youth mobilisation
  7. Citizen Digital

    Police arrest 56 suspects over meeting disruption in Kuresoi North By Citizen Reporter June 20, 2026 02:41 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Police in Nakuru have arrested 56 suspects in con

    Police arrest 56 suspects over meeting disruption in Kuresoi North
  8. Police hunt Kuresoi North MP after three shot in supporters clash

    1. Capital News

      Several people were injured yesterday after supporters of Nakuru Governor and Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai allegedly clashed during a Youth and Women Empowerment Programme in Nyota Ward, Kuresoi North.

      56 Held After Clashes Disrupt Public Function in Kuresoi North
    2. Citizen Digital

      Police hunt MP Alfred Mutai after three shot in clash with Governor Kihika supporters By Citizen Reporter June 19, 2026 10:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai during a past func

      Police hunt MP Alfred Mutai after three shot in clash with Governor Kihika supporters
  9. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 19 — The National Police Service has launched a manhunt for Kuresoi North Member of Parliament Alfred Mutai following violent clashes at a political event in Kuresoi Sub-County, Nakuru County, that left several people nursing gunshot injuries.

    Police Launch Manhunt for Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai Over Nakuru Violence
  10. Capital News

    NAIROBI,Kenya June 19 – Several people were injured on Friday after supporters of Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika and Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai allegedly clashed during a Youth and Women Empowerment Programme in Nyota Ward, Kuresoi North.

    Several Injured as Kihika and MP Mutai Supporters Clash in Kuresoi North
Politics

Kuresoi North MP avoids charges in shooting inquiry

The News

Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai has escaped charges over links to a June 19, 2026 shooting in the constituency that left three people shot, a bus torched and vehicles vandalised. A magistrate dismissed a police application to extend his investigation period and ordered detectives to charge him or discharge him, and by closing of business yesterday no charges had been preferred.

15 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Kuresoi North MP avoids charges in shooting inquiry

    Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai has escaped charges over links to a June 19, 2026 shooting in the constituency that left three people shot, a bus torched and vehicles vandalised. A magistrate dismissed a police application to extend his investigation period and ordered detectives to charge him or discharge him, and by closing of business yesterday no charges had been preferred.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 6 July

  1. Government plans Kenyatta Dam desilt project to boost irrigation

    The government has announced plans to desilt Kenyatta Dam in Kuresoi, Nakuru County, to expand irrigation opportunities and provide alternative economic activities for communities around the Mau Forest Complex, while reducing reliance on forest resources.

    6 July 2026 · Capital News

Saturday 4 July

  1. Six killed in head-on collision on Nakuru-Eldoret highway

    A trailer lost control and collided head-on with a Nissan Hiace matatu on the Nakuru–Eldoret highway at Nyanja black spot in Kuresoi North on Thursday night, killing the matatu's driver and five passengers. Two survivors were hospitalized with serious injuries.

    4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 3 July

  1. Six killed in Nakuru-Eldoret Highway matatu-trailer crash

    A matatu and trailer collided head-on at Nyanja slope on the Nakuru-Eldoret Highway around 8:30pm, killing six people—five at the scene and one later during treatment—and injuring five others. The trailer swerved to the right while ascending the slope, hitting the matatu heading towards Nakuru from Eldoret.

    3 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 26 June

  1. First Lady leads Mau Forest tree-planting restoration drive

    First Lady Rachel Ruto and Ida Odinga led a tree-planting exercise in the Mau Forest Complex as part of the Integrated Conservation and Livelihood Improvement Programme, which aims to plant more than 40 million tree seedlings over the next decade to rehabilitate the forest and support the national campaign to grow 15 billion trees by 2032.

    26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. First Lady leads tree-planting drive in Mau Forest Complex

    First Lady Rachel Ruto and Kenya's Ambassador to UNEP Ida Odinga led a tree-planting exercise in the Mau Forest Complex as part of a long-term conservation programme targeting the planting of more than 40 million seedlings over the next decade to restore degraded forest landscapes. The First Lady adopted 33 hectares within the forest as part of the restoration campaign.

    26 June 2026 · Capital News

Wednesday 24 June

  1. MP Mutai released on bail after detention hearing

    Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai, detained overnight after surrendering to police in connection with shooting chaos and an alleged assault during a June 19 rally, was released on a Sh100,000 bond with surety by Senior Principal Magistrate Vincent Adet. The magistrate dismissed the police request for 21-day detention, ruling there was insufficient evidence and that investigations could proceed without his continued custody.

    24 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Kuresoi MP Alfred Mutai released on 100,000 shilling bond

    Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai was released on cash bail after being arraigned over violent clashes that left three people injured. The court rejected a prosecution bid for 21-day detention.

    23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kuresoi MP Alfred Mutai released on Ksh.100K bond

    Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai has been released on cash bail after being arraigned over violent clashes that left three people injured. The MP is suspected of involvement in violent clashes and a shooting incident during a youth empowerment event in his constituency.

    23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Kuresoi North MP arrested after violent clashes injure five

    Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai was detained and is due in court following violent clashes at a Youth Empowerment Meeting in Kuresoi Sub-County that left five people injured, including three with gunshot wounds, and vehicles destroyed. Police said the violence involved suspected goons allied to Mutai and supporters of Governor Kihika, and 56 suspects were arrested with 44 later released.

    23 June 2026 · Capital News

  4. Twelve suspects charged in Kuresoi North arson and assault case

    Twelve suspects have been charged with arson, assault and malicious damage to property following chaos in Kuresoi North on June 19. The Nakuru Criminal Court granted them conditional release on bond of Sh50,000 with one surety, or cash bail of Sh20,000, and ordered them to report to DCI offices three times weekly until investigations conclude.

    23 June 2026 · Capital News

  5. Twelve suspects in Kuresoi North shooting released on bond

    Twelve suspects connected to chaos in Kuresoi North on June 19—where three people were shot, one bus was burned, and two vehicles vandalised during a Kenya Kwanza event—were released on bond of Sh50,000 each by Senior Principal Magistrate Vincent Adet, who ruled the police lacked evidence for a 21-day detention.

    23 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 21 June

  1. Former MP accuses governor of intimidating legislators, warns of election chaos

    Former Bahati MP Kimani Ngunjiri has called on President William Ruto to rein in politicians inciting violence, warning that unchecked political mobilisation could plunge the nation into chaos as it edges closer to the 2027 General Election. He accused Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika of intimidating Members of Parliament and frustrating their efforts to deliver on their mandates.

    21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kuresoi North MP remains missing after shooting incident

    Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai has not yet been arrested several hours after a shootout that left three people with gunshot wounds. Fifty-six people have been arrested as questions emerge over who mobilized youths in the violence.

    21 June 2026 · The Standard

  3. Kuresoi MP missing after shooting incident; 56 arrested

    Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai remains unarrested hours after a shootout that left three people with gunshot wounds, as questions emerge over who mobilized youths involved in the violence. Police have arrested 56 people in connection with the incident.

    21 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 20 June

  1. Police arrest 56 suspects after Kuresoi North event disruption

    Police in Nakuru arrested 56 suspects following violent disturbances that broke out during an empowerment programme organised by Governor Susan Kihika in Kuresoi North on Friday. Three people sustained gunshot wounds during the incident and are receiving treatment at Molo Level 4 Hospital; investigations continue and police are seeking to record a statement from Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai.

    20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Police arrest 56 after clashes at Kuresoi North public event

    The National Police Service confirmed the arrest of at least 56 individuals following violent disturbances at a Youth and Women Empowerment Programme in Kuresoi North attended by senior leaders including Governor Susan Kihika. Tensions reportedly flared when Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai arrived at the venue with supporters, sparking confrontations with residents and other attendees; police recovered multiple exhibits believed to have been used in the violence.

    20 June 2026 · Capital News

Friday 19 June

  1. Police hunt Kuresoi North MP after three shot in supporters clash

    Police have launched a manhunt for Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai following a violent confrontation between his supporters and those of Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika at a youth empowerment meeting in Kuresoi Sub-County that left three people with gunshot injuries. The clash also saw a bus set ablaze by unknown persons.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Police hunt Kuresoi North MP over Nakuru political violence

    Police have launched a manhunt for Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai following violent clashes at a Youth Empowerment Meeting in Kuresoi Sub-County, Nakuru County, that left several people with gunshot injuries. According to police, the confrontation involved suspected goons allegedly allied to Mutai and supporters of Governor Susan Kihika.

    19 June 2026 · Capital News

  3. Supporters of Kihika and Mutai clash in Kuresoi North

    Several people were injured on Friday after supporters of Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika and Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai clashed during a Youth and Women Empowerment Programme in Nyota Ward. Residents claimed gunshots were fired during the confrontation, though this could not be independently verified; a welfare bus was also set ablaze during the unrest.

    19 June 2026 · Capital News

  4. Three shot during Nakuru governor and MP supporter clash

    Three people sustained gunshot wounds during a violent confrontation at a women and youth empowerment event in Kuresoi North, Nakuru County, allegedly after Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai arrived at the meeting being led by Governor Susan Kihika.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Three shot during rally chaos linked to MP in Kuresoi

    Three people were shot during an empowerment rally at Umoja Secondary School in Tulwet, Kuresoi North, following a violent confrontation allegedly involving area MP Alfred Mutai. The event was organised by Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika.

    19 June 2026 · The Standard

  6. Police search for Kuresoi North MP after constituency shooting

    Police are searching for Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai after chaos at a constituency empowerment meeting left three people with gunshot injuries. The incident occurred when Mutai was allegedly denied entry to a meeting hosted by Nakuru governor Susan Kihika; his supporters clashed with those from the governor's side, and a bus was set ablaze.

    19 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 4 June

  1. Community-led program restores 1,500 hectares of Mau Forest

    A community-led conservation scheme called the Trees Establishment and Livelihood Improvement Scheme (TELIS) has engaged over 4,600 households in rehabilitating Kenya's Mau Forest Complex, restoring more than 1,500 hectares of degraded forest land and establishing approximately 1.5 million tree seedlings in ten months. The programme combines crop cultivation with tree seedling care, offering both environmental and economic benefits to participating communities.

    4 June 2026 · Capital News

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