Also known as: Mt Kenya
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Capital News
… The sawmillers’ defence comes amid growing scrutiny of logging activities in the country’s forested water towers, including the Aberdare, North Rift and Mt Kenya forests. …
Mt Kenya sawmillers deny deforestation claims, defend Aberdare loggingThe Standard
Nyandarua Senator John Methu at Full Gospel Churches of Kenya in Lari, Kiambu County on October 11, 2026. [George Njunge, Standard] Nyandarua Senator John Methu has now claimed sustained efforts to fragment the Mt Kenya region’s political base to ensure it does not vote as one bl …
Nyoro is a mole in opposition, Methu claimsThe Standard
… Omondi argued that Ruto lacks substantial votes for his re-election after falling out with Mt. Kenya region voters. …
Caroli Omondi says Ruto likely to lose 2027 electionCapital News
… Kindiki’s remarks come amid growing political competition in the Mt Kenya region, where aspirants are positioning themselves ahead of the next General Election. …
Kindiki vows tough action against political violence sponsorsCitizen Digital
… Pointing to the prevailing situation in Mt. Kenya region, the Deputy President promised to take the lead to ensure peaceful political contests despite stiff competition among aspirants ahead of the next polls. …
It is going to be extremely painful and costly for political violence sponsors and perpetrators-DP KindikiCitizen Digital
… Audio By Vocalize Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned Mt Kenya politicians against fuelling violence and ethnic divisions, urging leaders across the political divide to embrace peaceful competition as political tensions rise in the region. …
DP Kindiki: Political violence is retrogressive, injures national developmentCitizen Digital
… On August 31, 2026, Wamuchomba said a section of leaders from the Mt. Kenya region would abandon the President if the two leaders were not apprehended within three days. …
Wamuchomba announces exit from UDA over 'disrespect' by CS DualeThe Standard
… Her exit places her among a growing group of Mt Kenya leaders reassessing their political affiliations as parties begin realigning for new coalitions ahead of the next general election.Wamuchomba also accused Ruto’s administration of practicing selective justice, pointing to the …
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba quits UDAThe Standard
… While his Ukambani base remains steadfastly loyal, a winning presidential bid in Kenya demands an aggressive capacity to mobilise huge, volatile voting blocs, especially in Mt Kenya, Rift Valley, Western, and Nairobi. …
A Kalonzo ticket could easily clear the path for Ruto's re-election in 2027The Standard
… The region is no longer being treated as subordinate to other places like Mt Kenya or the Rift Valley.Throughout his tour, Ruto urged residents to judge him by his development record. …
ODM should honour Raila by supporting Ruto to the endSawmillers from Nyeri, Laikipia, Murang'a and Kirinyaga counties deny allegations that they are destroying the Aberdare Forest, saying ongoing tree harvesting is regulated plantation management of mature and ageing trees, not illegal logging.
14 October 2026 · Capital News →
Sawmillers from Nyeri, Laikipia, Murang'a and Kirinyaga counties deny allegations that they are destroying the Aberdare Forest, saying ongoing tree harvesting is regulated plantation management of mature and ageing trees, not illegal logging.
14 October 2026 · Capital News →
Nyandarua Senator John Methu has claimed there are sustained efforts to fragment the Mt Kenya region's political base to ensure it does not vote as one bloc.
13 October 2026 · The Standard →
Suba South MP Caroli Omondi says President William Ruto is likely to lose his 2027 re-election bid after falling out with key voting strongholds, particularly in the Mt. Kenya region following his deputy's impeachment. Omondi urged the Luo community not to support Ruto, arguing that development projects in the region were initiated by the previous administration.
13 October 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned politicians and their supporters against sponsoring violence, saying those involved in attacks on opponents and destruction of property will face severe consequences ahead of the 2027 General Election. He called for an end to political goonism and pledged to lead efforts to promote peaceful political contests in the Mt Kenya region.
12 October 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki warned that those instigating political violence will face heavy punishment, stating that political choices should not be used as an excuse to attack opponents or destroy property, and that there is no space for inciting goons to attack rivals.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned Mt Kenya politicians against fuelling violence and ethnic divisions, urging leaders to settle political disagreements through ideas and development agendas rather than insults, goonism, or attacks on opponents.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba announced she is leaving the United Democratic Alliance, citing a lack of respect for other communities by some ruling party leaders, including Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. She said her conscience would not allow her to continue associating with political leaders she accused of disregarding other communities.
8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has announced she will not seek re-election on a UDA ticket, citing lack of respect among party leaders and the government's failure to consult with those who backed President Ruto in 2022 and to take youth concerns seriously.
8 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that if the Opposition nominates Kalonzo Musyoka for president in 2027, despite his polling lead and backing from opposition figures like Martha Karua and Eugene Wamalwa, it risks handing President Ruto his clearest path to a second term, citing Kalonzo's limited national electoral reach and history of unsuccessful vice-presidential campaigns.
6 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that ODM should sustain its support for President Ruto as a way of honouring former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, whose death a year ago created a political vacuum within the party and shifts in its support base.
6 October 2026 · The Standard →
Leaders in the Mt Kenya region have been urged to focus on combating illicit liquor rather than political rhetoric, as excessive alcoholism continues to cause widespread harm including theft and household disruption. Ahadi Kenya's executive director said Murang'a is ranked fourth nationally for cheap liquor's effects and called on politicians and Nacada to educate the public on the dangers and help identify illicit products.
4 October 2026 · The Standard →
Patiala Distillers K Limited has denied allegations on social media about counterfeit alcoholic products and claims linking it to Deputy President Kindiki. The denial comes as the government orders fresh inspections of all alcohol manufacturers in the country, including already-licensed producers, with closure threatened for those producing harmful drinks.
2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned sellers of harmful alcoholic drinks that they will be arrested, stating that the fight against harmful drinks has been intensified and no one will be spared.
2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned sellers of harmful alcoholic drinks that they will be arrested, stating that the fight against such drinks has been intensified and no one will be spared. He said the government will not allow anyone to sell poisonous drinks in the name of alcohol and compared the crackdown to previous successful battles against terrorists and bandits.
2 October 2026 · Capital News →
Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has urged Kenyans to be wary of political recklessness that could cause animosity among communities, citing Kenya's history of paying an enormous price for ethnic-mobilised politics. He took a swipe at Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale over reported remarks about mobilising Somalis from Somalia to support President Ruto's re-election, saying such language deepens divisions and should not be casually dismissed.
1 October 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto's allies are acquiring leadership of alternative political parties in Mt Kenya to consolidate support ahead of next year's elections, as the ruling UDA faces growing regional displeasure over the cost of living, unmet promises, and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment.
30 September 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Mt Kenya leaders to avoid political insults and unite the community, urging politicians to focus on development rather than personal attacks and emphasizing that political differences should not create divisions or violence in the region.
30 September 2026 · The Standard →
Three UDA MPs have dismissed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki's coronation as Mt Kenya region's kingpin at Kirigiti Stadium in September, saying it lacked involvement of all elders and community blessing, and that the region's leadership mantle remains with former President Uhuru Kenyatta since 2011.
28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Three UDA lawmakers have rejected Deputy President Kindiki's recent coronation as Mt Kenya's kingpin and spokesperson, saying the ceremony at Kirigiti Stadium lacked involvement of all elders and community blessings, and insisting former President Uhuru Kenyatta remains the region's recognized leader.
27 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Mt. Kenya leaders not to disregard elders' orders to unite the region, saying he has been tasked by elders to prevent the area from being split into East and West along party lines. Kindiki, recently endorsed by elders from Kikuyu, Embu, Mbeere and Meru communities as the region's spokesperson, said Mt. Kenya has remained united under previous presidents and must stay that way.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has declared an all-out war on illicit and poisonous alcohol, vowing that the Government will pursue the entire chain of the trade from manufacturers to distributors and retailers. Speaking in Igembe Central, Meru County, Kindiki said illicit brews laced with harmful chemicals pose a serious threat to the health of young people and others across the country.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has asked Mt. Kenya region leaders not to disregard elders' orders to unite the region despite political differences, saying elders have instructed him as the region's seniormost leader to prevent a split into East and West factions over party affiliations.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was installed as a "regional kingpin" to guide Mt Kenya communities on evolving social issues, but his position proved short-lived as political circumstances shifted.
25 September 2026 · The Standard →
DCP deputy leader Cleophas Malala suggested that if Edwin Sifuna becomes president and Kalonzo Musyoka running mate, Rigathi Gachagua should become Prime Minister with executive powers and significant 'shares'. Malala stressed that winning the presidency requires backing from Mt Kenya, which has 8.2 million registered voters.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the Kenya Kwanza administration is implementing its manifesto through individual projects, citing ongoing development programmes in Murang'a County. He inspected the Gakoigo Stadium under construction in Maragua, a facility planned to accommodate 10,000 people and being developed to international standards.
23 September 2026 · Capital News →
Mbeere North MP Leo Wa Muthende has warned that political kingpins could breed dictatorship and called for a shift towards spokesperson-style leadership ahead of the 2027 General Election, urging voters to assess leaders based on their records, vision and plans rather than their association with dominant political figures.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged Mt Kenya leaders to respect elders and heed their call for unity, saying elders play a unique role in protecting community unity because they are not competing for political positions. He said he has accepted the mandate from Mt Kenya elders to spearhead reconciliation and unity across the region.
21 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced a Sh39 billion development programme for Meru County, including Sh3.9 billion for 21 kilometres of new roads in Meru town, and called on residents to focus on government achievements rather than critics' "useless slogans." He said the government aims to transform Meru town into a city by next year.
21 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has committed to uniting the Mt Kenya region following an endorsement by elders at a Kirigiti Stadium gathering in Kiambu County, where representatives of Gikuyu, Embu, Meru and Mbeere communities called for an end to political divisions ahead of the 2027 election.
21 September 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has challenged critics of his endorsement as the Mt. Kenya kingpin by community elders from the Gikuyu, Embu and Meru tribes, saying elders are the authority on cultural matters and political leaders cannot challenge their decisions. He stated that 30,000 elders from different clans attended his coronation at Kirigiti Stadium on September 21, 2026.
21 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →