Also known as: National Cohesion and Integration Commission
NCIC — constitutional commission investigating hate speech and incitement allegations against political figures, warning of rising political violence as threat to Kenya's peace and security.
… Kihara further faulted leaders from the Mt Kenya region serving in government for what she described as silence in the face of hate speech, and claimed the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) lacked capacity due to an insufficient number of commissioners. …
NAIROBI, Kenya May 20 – Newly sworn-in National Cohesion and Integration Commission Chairman Kepha Omae has called on political leaders and citizens to reject divisive rhetoric ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
… on Kepha Nyamweya Omae, during vetting by the National Assembly Committee on Cohesion and Equal Opportunities at Mini Chambers, County Hall in Nairobi, on April 25, 2026. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] The newly appointed commissioners of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission …
Audio By VocalizeNarok West MP Gabriel Tongoyo. [George Sayagie, Standard] Members of the National Assembly have questioned the National Cohesion and Integration Commission’s (NCIC) ability to address hate speech in the country ahead of next year’s General Election. …
Bishop Kepha Nyamweya Omae, nominee for NCIC Chairperson during vetting by the National Assembly Committee on Cohesion and Equal Opportunities at Mini Chambers, County Hall in Nairobi, on April 25, 2026. …
NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 30 – The National Assembly has approved the nomination of eight individuals to serve as members of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC). …
… To de-escalate tensions, the NLP is proposing a ceasefire summit within 48 hours, bringing together elders, clergy, and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission under heavy security in Mwingi. …
… To de-escalate tensions, NLP proposed a ceasefire dialogue within 48 hours, bringing together community elders, religious leaders, and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) under tight security in Mwingi. …
NCIC condemns hate speech remarks attributed to Garissa aspirant Bare Sahara Ahmed By Citizen Reporter April 27, 2026 05:41 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Bare Sahara Ahmed was arrested in connection with …
The Law Society of Kenya has ordered a review of remarks by Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia and Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma to determine whether their public utterances constitute professional misconduct. The Ethics and Disciplinary Liaison Sub-Committee will review publicly available records within 14 days and may file formal complaints before the Advocates Disciplinary Tribunal if evidence supports the charges.
The Law Society of Kenya has ordered a review of remarks by Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia and Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma to determine whether their public utterances constitute professional misconduct. The Ethics and Disciplinary Liaison Sub-Committee will review publicly available records within 14 days and may file formal complaints before the Advocates Disciplinary Tribunal if evidence supports the charges.
Human rights organization VOCAL Africa has written to the International Criminal Court's Office of the Prosecutor seeking close observation of Kenya's deteriorating political and human rights situation ahead of the 2027 General Election, citing organized gang use at political gatherings, inflammatory rhetoric, attacks on journalists and protesters, and institutional failure as potential triggers for widespread violations.
The Law Society of Kenya has ordered a review of public remarks attributed to Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia and Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma to establish whether they amount to professional misconduct. LSK warned that lawyers do not shed their professional obligations when they take up political office.
Vocal Africa has written to the ICC's Office of the Prosecutor, warning that Kenya's political, security and human rights spheres are deteriorating ahead of the 2027 General Election, citing rising ethnic tensions, political incitement, goon mobilisation, and alleged police involvement in violence.
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has summoned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to appear on August 27 over various utterances made at public forums, warning that failure to appear could result in arrest warrants and criminal proceedings. The summons follows NCIC's July 28 disclosure that Gachagua was under investigation for alleged hate speech and incitement alongside other political figures.
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has summoned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to appear before it over alleged utterances under investigation for possible violations relating to hate speech and incitement. The investigations relate to various utterances allegedly made by Gachagua on different dates and at public forums, including an alleged utterance made on February 23, 2026, at Gusii Stadium in Kisii County.
Homa Bay Town MP George Kaluma has challenged a summons from the National Cohesion and Integration Commission, disputing the transcription and translation of remarks attributed to him and requesting the correct version before responding. The NCIC summoned him over remarks allegedly made on August 15 in which he warned against use of the phrase "one-term" in Homa Bay and threatened action against hotels hosting individuals associated with that political camp.
Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has asked the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to reschedule his appearance over alleged remarks made at a political gathering, disputing the transcription and translation of the statements attributed to him and citing unavoidable State duties on the scheduled date.
Homa Bay Town MP George Kaluma has dismissed claims that his remarks fuelled violence during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay on August 16, saying residents were "provoked" and his remarks were taken out of context. Kaluma said he received a letter from the National Cohesion and Integration Commission and instructed his lawyers to respond, arguing some remarks were incorrectly transcribed or translated.
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has summoned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Busia governor Paul Otuoma to appear for questioning over utterances under investigation for possible violations relating to hate speech and incitement. The summons cites alleged statements made by Gachagua at various public forums, including remarks in Kisii County on February 23, 2026, and statements during a Meru tour in late July 2026.
Siaya Governor James Orengo condemned attacks on journalists from Royal Media Services, KTN, K24, and other outlets covering the Linda Mwananchi political tour in Homa Bay on Sunday, calling the violence, equipment theft, and intimidation a direct threat to media freedom. The attacks occurred during violence that left one person dead and 46 others injured.
Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma is under scrutiny after declaring the phrase "one-term" prohibited in the county and warning of consequences for those using it. In an undated video, he also warned hotels against hosting one-term supporters and threatened to deploy youth groups to inspect establishments, saying he has funded fuel for their transport.
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Homa Bay town MP Peter Kaluma over utterances made in Luo ahead of the Linda Mwananchi rally on August 16, 2026, which the commission says were likely to cause tension. The MP is required to appear on August 18; the aftermath of the rally saw the killing of two people including a police officer.
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has warned that rising political intolerance and violence in Homa Bay County could plunge Kenya into lawlessness, condemning the unrest as a threat to peace, security and democratic participation. The commission stated it has begun summoning political actors it considers responsible for the violence.
Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina has accused security and cohesion agencies of applying the law selectively and demanded the arrest and prosecution of Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma over inflammatory political remarks circulated on social media that she says could inflame tensions.
Amnesty International Kenya has condemned violence linked to political activities in Homa Bay, including attacks on journalists, property destruction, and roadblocks, and raised concerns that police and security agencies failed to take timely action to prevent violence and protect those affected.
The Interior Principal Secretary has assured the Linda Mwananchi movement of adequate security during its planned Homa Bay tour, stating that politicians have a democratic right to visit any part of the country as long as they observe the law. The assurance comes amid concerns by Linda Mwananchi leaders over alleged intimidation from ODM rivals in Homa Bay.
Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale is facing growing resistance from political leaders in the North Eastern region who accuse him of interfering in local political affairs. The NIS Director has cautioned politicians against using divisive community-based language and labels in their politics.
Security analyst Erick Okeyo has cautioned that the government must help Kenya heal from the 2007-08 post-election violence and restore public confidence ahead of 2027 elections, warning that current political rhetoric resembles language used before the violence that killed more than 1,000 people. Okeyo said Kenya had not fully healed because justice had not been served, citing killings and disappearances of witnesses in ICC-linked cases, and criticised the Kenya Kwanza administration for failing to act against politicians whose remarks could fuel violence.
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission and partner organizations are working to build lasting peace in Kakuma through dialogue and addressing structural drivers of tension—including competition over resources, unemployment, and weak conflict mechanisms—rather than only responding to violence after it occurs.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and MPs have cautioned against rising ethnic profiling and inflammatory political rhetoric, warning that divisive utterances could undermine national cohesion ahead of the 2027 General Election. The Speaker urged politicians to lower political temperatures, saying Kenya's diversity should be a source of strength rather than division.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called on the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to restore public confidence and maintain an active role in promoting national unity throughout electoral cycles, not just during elections. He emphasized that lasting cohesion requires sustained civic education to change attitudes and mindsets, and urged the commission to work with the Ministry of Education to instill values of unity among young people.
Members of Parliament have raised concerns over increasing cases of ethnic profiling and inflammatory political rhetoric, warning that divisive statements by political leaders could erode national unity and jeopardise peaceful preparations for the 2027 General Election. Lawmakers from both sides made a bipartisan appeal for leaders to refrain from hate speech and for enforcement agencies to apply existing laws against incitement.
Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe has warned that lawmakers could defect to the opposition if Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia is not released, defending Kaguchia as a duly elected representative entitled to the same treatment as any other member of parliament.
Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia said his overnight detention by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations would not derail his political activities, after he was arrested over remarks allegedly made during a political rally in Nyeri County. His legal team said they had not been formally informed of the specific offences he was alleged to have committed, and authorities had not publicly disclosed the charges he was expected to face.