Linda Mwananchi has called for the arrest and investigation of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and Suba North MP Peter Kaluma over violence that marred the political movement's tour of the county on Sunday, which left people dead and scores injured. The group accused the leaders of having a role in the attacks and claimed the violence was planned and involved police officers and state security operatives.
17 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Linda Mwananchi movement called for investigations into violence that disrupted its tour of Homa Bay County on Sunday, accusing the National Police Service and National Intelligence Service of involvement in what it described as a coordinated attack on its leaders and supporters. The movement alleged it encountered blocked roads, police roadblocks, and armed individuals positioned in bushes who fired at its convoy.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi countrywide tour in Homa Bay County drew public criticism over the county's poor road conditions, with the touring convoy forced onto dusty detours after main roads were blocked, prompting local leaders to explain the underdevelopment.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA Homa Bay Secretary Silas Jakakimba has defended President William Ruto's development record, arguing that ongoing infrastructure projects in Nyanza demonstrate government efforts to address decades of marginalisation in the region, following criticism after a Linda Mwananchi tour of the county encountered roadblocks.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →