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Mwengi Mutuse

Also known as: Kibwezi West Mwengi Mutuse · Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse · Hon. Mwengi Mutuse

Kibwezi West MP who criticized former President Uhuru Kenyatta and led Makueni leaders to join UDA in July 2026.

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Gachagua was removed from office in October 2024 after the National Assembly overwhelmingly backed an impeachment motion sponsored by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse.

    Kalonzo: Junet’s bribery remarks prove Gachagua was unlawfully impeached
  3. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 2 — Kibwezi West Member of Parliament Mwengi Mutuse has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of rallying opposition forces against President William Ruto despite Ruto’s past support for his political career.

    Mutuse Accuses Uhuru of Turning Against Ruto Despite Past Political Support
  4. Capital News

    Gachagua was impeached in October 2024 after the National Assembly approved an impeachment motion sponsored by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse.

    Kalonzo Renews Claims Gachagua Was Improperly Impeached, Cites Junet Remarks
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeKibwezi West Member of Parliament Mwengi Mutuse has criticized former President Uhuru Kenyatta for what he described as efforts to rally opposition leaders against President William Ruto.

    Mutuse tells Uhuru to retire gracefully
  6. Citizen Digital

    "Alituondolea vetting, huku mmekuwa na shida ya security si imerudi, tulikuwa tunapigwa leo tuko salama," Laikipia Woman Rep Jane Kagiri added, Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse on his part said, "Wewe ni Mkenya na hukuwa unapewa kitambulisho, Ruto ametoa kasumba ya kitambo, amesema

    Kenya Kwanza leaders rally behind Ruto's Vision 2060, call for inclusive development charter
  7. Citizen Digital

    Among the high-profile politicians in attendance were Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo, Likuyani Member of Parliament Innocent Mugabe, and Kibwezi West Member of Parliament Mwengi Mutuse.

    Farouk Kibet leads high-profile delegation to Mandera to drum up support for President Ruto
  8. July 2026
  9. Capital News

    The National Assembly adopted an impeachment motion sponsored by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, citing gross violation of the Constitution and other laws, abuse of office, undermining the authority of the President and Cabinet, promoting ethnic divisions, conduct unbecoming of th

    Junet: ‘If you got something from Gachagua’s impeachment, at least build a good home’
  10. Citizen Digital

    position ahead of 2027 race By Benjamin Muriuki July 23, 2026 07:43 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya Kwanza leaders led by President Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet (from Right), Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse

    Kenya Kwanza leaders urge Kalonzo to join Ruto, quit opposition ahead of 2027 race
  11. Capital News

    He updated the delegation, led by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, on the progress of development projects in the county.

    Mwengi Mutuse Leads Makueni Leaders Into UDA
  12. Capital News

    He updated the delegation, led by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, on the progress of development projects in the county.

    Mwengi Mutuse Leads Makueni Leaders Into UDA

Sunday 2 August

  1. Kalonzo cites Junet's bribery remarks to question Gachagua impeachment

    Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has pointed to recent remarks by National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed—who claimed some lawmakers financially benefited from October 2024's impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua—as evidence that the parliamentary proceedings were compromised and the removal was unlawful.

    2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Mutuse accuses Uhuru of opposing Ruto despite past electoral support

    Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of rallying opposition forces against President William Ruto, despite Ruto's past support for Uhuru during the 2002, 2013, 2017 General Elections and the subsequent repeat presidential election. Mutuse questioned why Uhuru would now oppose the Kenya Kwanza administration ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    2 August 2026 · Capital News

  3. Kalonzo claims Gachagua impeachment improper based on Junet remarks

    Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka renewed claims that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was improperly impeached, citing remarks by National Assembly Majority Leader Junet Mohamed that he said amounted to an admission that some lawmakers received inducements to support the removal.

    2 August 2026 · Capital News

  4. MP Mutuse criticizes Uhuru for opposing Ruto ahead of 2027

    Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse has criticized former President Uhuru Kenyatta for rallying opposition leaders against President William Ruto, arguing that Uhuru should retire gracefully given Ruto's political support for nearly two decades, including during his 2002 transition, 2013 and 2017 presidential campaigns, and repeat presidential election.

    2 August 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 1 August

  1. Kenya Kwanza leaders campaign for Ruto's Vision 2060 development charter

    Kenya Kwanza leaders have intensified campaigns supporting President William Ruto's proposed Vision 2060 and National Development Charter, speaking in Mandera, Kericho, Bomet and Garissa counties to urge regional inclusion in the national conversation and rally voters ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ruto aide leads delegation to Mandera for campaign mobilization

    President Ruto's personal aide Farouk Kibet led a delegation of lawmakers and political leaders to Mandera County on Saturday for a campaign tour aimed at drumming up support for the President and the ruling administration.

    1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 27 July

  1. Junet alleges lawmakers received money during Gachagua impeachment

    Suna East MP Junet Mohamed claimed some legislators benefited financially from the 2024 impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and alleged that Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot was an "accounting officer" in the process. Junet provided no evidence to support the claims, and no official investigation has substantiated such allegations.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 23 July

  1. Kenya Kwanza leaders urge Kalonzo to join Ruto's government

    Kenya Kwanza leaders, including President Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet, have urged Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to leave the opposition and join the government, claiming the opposition coalition intends to sideline him from running for president in the next election.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 17 July

  1. Makueni leaders join UDA after State House development meeting

    President Ruto hosted grassroots leaders from Makueni County at State House and updated them on development projects including KSh15 billion for affordable housing, KSh2.7 billion for roads, and KSh10.6 billion for the Thwake Dam. The delegation, led by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, subsequently joined the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).

    17 July 2026 · Capital News

  2. Makueni leaders join UDA during State House development meeting

    President William Ruto hosted grassroots leaders from Makueni County at State House and updated them on government investments in the county, including KSh15 billion for affordable housing, KSh2.7 billion for roads, and KSh10.6 billion for the Thwake Dam. The delegation, led by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, subsequently joined the United Democratic Alliance.

    17 July 2026 · Capital News

  3. President Ruto unveils Ksh.30B development projects in Makueni

    President Ruto met with grassroots leaders from Makueni County and announced Ksh.30 billion in development projects, including Ksh.15 billion for affordable housing, markets, and student hostels, plus Ksh.2.7 billion for roads this financial year.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. President Ruto unveils Ksh.30B development projects in Makueni County

    President Ruto told a Makueni County delegation at State House that the Government is investing Ksh.15 billion in affordable housing, modern markets, and student hostels, plus Ksh.2.7 billion in roads this financial year, while pledging no region will be left behind in the country's transformation.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 12 July

  1. President Ruto pledges Thwake Dam completion by April 2027

    President Ruto criticised opposition leaders for opposing his development projects and announced that Ksh 10.6 billion has been earmarked for the Thwake Dam, with completion targeted for April 2027.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 21 June

  1. Kenya Kwanza leaders condemn opposition's planned June 25 protests

    A section of Kenya Kwanza leaders, including President Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet, has criticized the opposition over planned protests slated for June 25, urging Kenyans to prioritize peace, unity, and development instead of political confrontations.

    21 June 2026 · Capital News

Saturday 20 June

  1. Kenya Kwanza leaders condemn June 25 Gen Z anniversary protests

    Kenya Kwanza leaders have condemned planned Gen Z anniversary demonstrations slated for June 25, urging Kenyans to reject the protests and support the government's development agenda instead. More than 17 leaders made these calls during a women's empowerment programme in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, while also urging security agencies to maintain law and order during the planned demonstrations.

    20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ruto allies defend presidential foreign trips as investment strategy

    Government officials including National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and presidential aide Farouk Kibet have defended President Ruto's frequent international engagements as critical to attracting investment, creating jobs, and strengthening Kenya's economy, dismissing opposition criticism of the trips.

    20 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 5 June

  1. Parliament mediates Sh420B vs Sh454.7B county revenue deadlock

    A mediation committee has begun deliberations to resolve a dispute between the National Assembly and Senate over the Division of Revenue Bill, 2026, with the Assembly backing Kshs 420 billion in county allocations and the Senate proposing Kshs 454.7 billion, citing counties' obligations for salary advisories and counterpart funding.

    5 June 2026 · Capital News

  2. Mediation committee works to resolve revenue allocation disagreement

    A Mediation Committee co-chaired by MPs and a senator has begun deliberations to break a deadlock between the National Assembly and Senate over the Division of Revenue Bill, 2026. The two houses differ on the county allocation: the Assembly approved 420 billion shillings while the Senate amended it to 454.7 billion shillings, citing county governments' financial obligations.

    5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 25 May

  1. Parliamentary committee proposes Sh33.4B for IEBC election readiness

    Kenya's Justice and Legal Affairs Committee has proposed a Sh33.4 billion allocation to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to address funding gaps ahead of the 2027 General Election, with funds designated for ballot papers, KIEMS kits, voter registration, transport, civic education, and poll officials.

    25 May 2026 · Capital News

Saturday 23 May

  1. Gachagua tells court accuser Mutuse lacked impeachment evidence

    Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua told the High Court that the Attorney General and Senate sought to avoid reopening October 17, 2024 events to prevent judges from finding his accuser, Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, had no evidence against him. Gachagua's lawyer argued that scrutiny of the Hansard would show Mutuse relied on unsubstantiated claims for the impeachment motion.

    23 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 22 May

  1. Petitioners present final arguments in Gachagua impeachment case

    Petitioners challenging the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua presented final submissions before a High Court bench. Key disputes centered on medical testimony from a cardiologist, including questions about patient identification records and allegations he helped shield Gachagua from Senate proceedings.

    22 May 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 14 May

  1. National Assembly lawyers defend Gachagua impeachment as lawful

    Lawyers for the National Assembly have told the court that the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was conducted lawfully and in full compliance with constitutional requirements, arguing that impeachment proceedings are inherently political and that Gachagua was given sufficient opportunity to respond to accusations.

    14 May 2026 · Capital News

Wednesday 13 May

  1. National Assembly lawyers defend Gachagua impeachment fairness

    Lawyers representing the National Assembly and petitioners in the impeachment case against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have dismissed his claims of being denied a fair hearing, arguing that impeachment proceedings are political in nature and guided by constitutional and parliamentary processes. The Speaker's lawyers also defended the conduct of the proceedings, rejecting allegations of bias.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Parliament defends Gachagua impeachment process before court

    Parliament's lawyer told a three-judge bench that the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in October 2024 was conducted within constitutional timelines and involved extensive public participation, with some 223,000 Kenyans submitting views. Gachagua is challenging the National Assembly and Senate resolutions that upheld his removal from office.

    13 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 7 May

  1. Gachagua impeachment challenge resumes in High Court

    A three-judge High Court bench has resumed hearing a case challenging the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. His legal team argues that the National Assembly failed to conduct meaningful public participation before approving the impeachment motion, with lawyers contesting that the motion lacked sufficient detail for citizens to make informed submissions and questioning whether the claimed 30,000 public submissions within two days was realistic.

    7 May 2026 · The Standard

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