Also known as: National Cohesion and Integration Commission
National Cohesion and Integration Commission — institution monitoring hate speech and ethnic incitement ahead of the 2027 election, led by newly sworn Chairperson Kepha Omae.
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… Without consequences for the political actors behind these acts, the cycle will persist.Constitutional bodies such as the IEBC and NCIC also have a critical role. …
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Audio By VocalizeThe National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has condemned what it termed as “hateful utterances” allegedly made by Bare Sahara Ahmed from Garissa County, amid growing concerns over the use of inflammatory political rhetoric in the country. …
NCIC condemns hate speech as DCI arrests a politicianThe National Cohesion and Integration Commission says it will monitor political leaders and periodically release lists of those engaging in hate speech and divisive rhetoric. NCIC chairperson Kepha Omae warned that the law will be applied regardless of political affiliation.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission says it will monitor political leaders and periodically release lists of those engaging in hate speech and divisive rhetoric. NCIC chairperson Kepha Omae warned that the law will be applied regardless of political affiliation.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Public Service Principal Secretary Dr. Jane Kere Imbunya has completed her first 100 days in office, implementing reforms to improve service delivery and accountability. Key achievements include stabilizing the government payroll system (averting approximately Sh6.2 billion in wastage), securing Sh1.5 billion in scholarships for public servants through international partnerships, and establishing AI laboratories and training modules at the Kenya School of Government.
28 June 2026 · The Standard →
Church leaders, including Anglican Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit and the National Council of Churches of Kenya, are expressing alarm at growing violent disruptions in churches and demanding the government arrest perpetrators, warning the trend could lead to widespread violence ahead of next year's General Election.
17 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers has called for enhanced protection for teachers in Nyandarua amid threats targeting non-local staff during the Ol Kalou by-election campaign. According to KUPPET, 61 teachers have requested transfers due to fears for their safety, and the union has urged police and other bodies to hold politicians accountable for hate speech.
17 June 2026 · The Standard →
An inquiry absolved Bumula MP Jack Wamboka of allegations of seeking financial inducement from former NCIC officials, but the Committee of Powers and Privileges recommended that the House bar him from appointment to or leadership of committees with mandates covering cohesion, governance, and audit matters.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
Luanda MP Dick Maungu was elected unopposed as chairperson of the National Assembly's Public Investments Committee on Education and Governance, replacing Bumula MP Jack Wamboka who was suspended over allegations of misconduct by the NCIC.
5 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations arrested David Onyango Elgon (MC Adek Tatu) in Mombasa for posting inflammatory content on Facebook that went viral and threatened public order. The suspect is in custody awaiting arraignment in court next week.
30 May 2026 · The Standard →
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission, following the swearing-in of its fully constituted leadership, has warned political leaders and social media users against hate speech and ethnic incitement, stating it will take action against violators and that online incitement carries the same legal consequences as offline incitement.
25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara accused President William Ruto and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar of fanning ethnic animosity ahead of the 2027 election, warning it could reignite ethnic violence. Kihara argued that Kikuyu community rejection of Ruto stems from broken election promises, not tribalism, and criticized the government and National Cohesion and Integration Commission for failing to address hate speech.
25 May 2026 · The Standard →
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has warned of increasing cases of hate speech, inflammatory political rhetoric, ethnic profiling, and disruptions of political meetings, saying these threaten Kenya's democratic stability and may constitute legal violations. The Commission stressed that while the Constitution guarantees freedom of expression, it does not extend to hate speech, ethnic incitement, or advocacy of hatred.
25 May 2026 · The Standard →
Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara accused President William Ruto and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar of fuelling ethnic hostility ahead of the 2027 General Election, claiming they are pushing an anti-Kikuyu narrative that threatens national cohesion. Kihara defended Mt Kenya region voters' right to hold the president accountable for unfulfilled 2022 campaign pledges.
24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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, urging restraint and warning that freedom of expression should not undermine national unity. He is also appealing to Parliament to fast-track the enactment of the proposed NCIC Act 2026 to strengthen the commission's mandate.
20 May 2026 · Capital News →
The newly appointed commissioners of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission, led by Dr Kepha Nyamweya, were sworn in on Wednesday and committed to addressing hate speech, ethnic profiling and political intolerance ahead of the 2027 General Election.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →
Members of the National Assembly's National Administration and Internal Security Committee have questioned the National Cohesion and Integration Commission's ability to address hate speech, expressing doubt about its effectiveness while the NCIC has appealed for increased funding ahead of next year's election, citing rising political tensions and social media hate speech as major threats.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Parliamentarians are calling for the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to be granted prosecutorial powers ahead of the 2027 General Election to address political indiscipline and enforce stricter curbs on hate speech.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's National Assembly has approved eight nominees for the National Cohesion and Integration Commission, including Dr. Kepha Omae as Chairperson and seven other members. The nominees will be formally appointed by the President and sworn into office following parliamentary vetting.
30 April 2026 · Capital News →
The National Liberal Party has called for escalating violence in Mwingi and along the Mwingi–Garissa Highway to be declared a national emergency, citing a pattern of retaliatory attacks that have killed at least 14 people in 30 days and warning of risk of inter-community conflict.
29 April 2026 · Capital News →
The National Liberal Party has called for a declaration of national emergency over escalating violence along the Mwingi–Garissa Highway, citing fresh attacks in Ukasi where a child was reportedly killed and recent deadly raids in Kwa Kamari village where seven people were shot and hacked to death by bandits, warning of risk of inter-communal conflict.
29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bare Sahara Ahmed was arraigned at Kahawa Law Courts on Monday and remanded in custody for 10 days as the Directorate of Criminal Investigations probes allegations of hate speech and ethnic incitement linked to a viral video. The court authorized forensic analysis of digital evidence, including call data records and financial transactions, and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission condemned the utterances attributed to Ahmed, stating that freedom of expression does not extend to hate speech or incitement to violence.
28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has condemned hateful utterances allegedly made by Bare Sahara Ahmed of Garissa County, saying the remarks amounted to hate speech and threatened national cohesion. NCIC noted that while the Constitution guarantees freedom of expression, it does not extend to hate speech or incitement to violence, and the aspirant has been arrested in collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
27 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece warns that political violence perpetrated by hired goons has become commonplace as the 2027 election approaches, citing the assault on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi and disruptions of opposition rallies, and argues that if allowed to persist, Kenya risks sliding back into the 2007/08 post-election violence.
27 April 2026 · The Standard →
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has condemned "hateful utterances" allegedly made by Bare Sahara Ahmed from Garissa County, whose viral video remarks were deemed likely to incite division. The aspiring legislator was arrested by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations following a review of the footage.
27 April 2026 · The Standard →